Quick update...

Jeroen, over at the EDCForums, told me that Flashaholics have apparently taken delivery recently of a lot of Maxpedition kit.

Since I just ordered a Jumbo at a UK store (Flashaholics, if you're curious) when I read your post, I thought it best to check with them concerning availability. According to them, they have no problem at all getting supplies, and they just took delivery of a large shipment of Maxp stuff.

I know you're not planning on getting Maxpedition stuff, so consider this an FYI for other people who may be following this thread :).

Jeroen

So, if you're not bothered by what's been alleged, by all means, nip over there; they carry a few bits and pieces of that gear there.