{"product_id":"damaged-usgi-alice-pack-frame-with-waistbelt-only","title":"DAMAGED USGI ALICE Pack Frame with Waistbelt Only","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine USGI ALICE Pack Frame with Waistbelt ONLY DAMAGED - All-Purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for an authentic U.S. Government Issue (USGI) \u003cstrong\u003eALICE Pack Frame and Waistbelt Assembly ONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e. The ALICE (All-Purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment) system was the mainstay load-carrying platform for the U.S. Military for decades, known for its rugged durability and ability to handle heavy loads. This component is the classic external aluminum frame, which is essential for transferring the weight of the ALICE Medium or Large pack (sold separately) directly to the user's hips, significantly improving comfort and stability over long distances. This is a crucial component for replacing damaged parts or building a custom pack system.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design Elements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine USGI Issue:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic military-grade frame, typically constructed from high-strength, lightweight aluminum alloy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e External frame design, providing stand-off from the user's back for improved ventilation and rigid support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaistbelt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes the standard ALICE waist belt, which is heavily padded and features a quick-release buckle to properly secure the frame and distribute weight to the hips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to interface directly with both the USGI ALICE Medium Rucksack and the ALICE Large Rucksack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to withstand extreme field conditions, maintaining structural integrity under heavy military loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor (Typical):\u003c\/strong\u003e Frame is typically raw aluminum or painted olive drab\/black; waistbelt is usually Olive Drab (OD Green).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eUsed by our Troops in Damaged Condition, Frame is bent where the waist belt connects, has no connected straps, strap connection points at the top of frame are gone, frame is dirty and duct taped, waistbelt is dirty, tension strap for frame\/waistbelt is missing, has buckles, no shoulder straps, Overall Damaged Condition.\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Homeland Surplus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53817162301745,"sku":"E-631","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/0971\/4225\/files\/69df80eed5f8bf11874af202.png?v=1776962456","url":"https:\/\/homelandsurplus.com\/products\/damaged-usgi-alice-pack-frame-with-waistbelt-only","provider":"Homeland Surplus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}