I got my MULE at an REI garage sale for $40. I bought new tips and bleach cleaned it. It is a tad bulky. But there are times when I was glad I had the space. Rain gear, couple bottles of Lager, cigars. I always pack a good medical box. Not bandaids. 4X4 squares with tape, sterile wash and eye wash. It doesn't happen often, but when someone face plants or power slides its not pretty. That's the stuff I prepare for.