[Eeyore]

Well it wouldn't hurt to post t in the gear section but whatever. A hydration carrier is much superior to water bottles, but remember thats just the outside bag you will need a bladder. Watter bladders go for about $15-$30. I use a pair of CF issue botts that I got a few years ago at a surplus. But I suggest getting the best quality boots you feel comfortable with. As for comms I have tham but hate them. Why? Because almost no one knows how to use them properly or doesn't bother. Comms do open up another aspect of the game but to be honest they are not 100% neccessary.