The next level of modularity! A Quicklook at Black Ember V4 Backpack
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- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- You might already know that I’m a huge advocate of using some kind of modular system for packing, but this is taking modularity to the next level.
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HOW I REVIEW:
As you might know from my „How I make a buying decision“ video: Rather than just looking at the pros, I like to evaluate the cons or flaws of an item and then evaluate if I can live with them. That is why in my video reviews I concentrate more on the cons of an item rather than going over all the features. Therefore everything shown is just a fraction of all the points that go into the verdict and score of an item.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A QUICKLOOK AND A REVIEW:
A Quicklook usually covers pre-production units or items that I only used for a short period of time. While Reviews cover final items that I have reviewed intensively.
LINKS:
For all my videos I decided not to include links for the products. Everyone is living in different countries and therefore has to deal with different shipping and customs fees. That is why I would advice everyone just to Google the product within their country to find the best deals.
For instance: I live in Germany, It wouldn’t make sense to give you a German link while you might be living in USA or Asia. I hope that is understandable.
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However here is the gear that I use to create videos:
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This bag looks pretty awesome, but unfortunately the weight of it really put me off. However, that sweater you're wearing looks awesome! I love the collar on it 👌
It's a great bag especially for photographers, videographers or guys like us who carry lots of equipment. Having the option to transform an equipment bag into something else totally makes up for the weight imho. But at first that weight put me off as well.
the sweater is a Nike SB sweater ;-)
Hey Bo, just following up to say thanks again for putting me in touch with Black Ember about this bag! I've since been using it a lot and don't find the weight to be as big an issue as I thought I would! I've also just posted my feature of it too ✌️
+Joe Allam awesome. Really happy that you could use it. Keep up the good work. Cheers, mate
I have their Gen 03 TL pack and I love it. It's good to finally see one of their bags reviewed.
+Taylor Ramirez hey, Taylor. Yeah their bags are awesome. I'm happy that I was finally able to check one out.
These new tech bags are great. Sadly, in their effort to create things that are durable they in turn make things heavy, cumbersome, and over engineered. To me, the perfect urban backpack should be flexible enough to carry a variety of items, lightweight, and durable. I use my backpack because I need to stay mobile and house my belongings. The last thing I want is something heavy.
+thepkeezy agreed. It is a fine balance between weight and durability. But to be fair, this bag is highly modular, so the weight will be determined by the modules you attach to it. The heavy weight mentioned in this video is with all the modules included
True, but it all still strikes me as over engineered. I come from a backpacking and outdoor background so I'm use to things being extremely well made and amazingly lightweight--and that stuff is for hard and rugged use. I don't think enough credit is given to consumers on how well we take care of our possessions. Maybe it's an outdoor company that needs to step up and make a "tech bag". I'd love to see what Patagonia and Osprey would have in mind if they ever decided to do something in that category. The modules are great, but why so robust? Most of the people who consider getting this type of bag are adults and aren't running around being wreck less crazy kids and carrying heavy loads. It wins completely in the aesthetics category but falls short of many other equally important factors.
+thepkeezy agreed. I'd love to see Patagonia do a tech bag.
In regards to being "robust", this is considered a tech or photo bag. Lenses or Harddrives are fragile equipment. And while you might be careful, there are instances when people around you are not and bump into your bag. Therefore a robust or well padded cube is more than welcomed
I've always thought that BE stuff was cool looking but just a bit fussy looking with the accessories on the outside. This bag however looks awesome but the weight had my jaw on the floor! I have and consider the 40l Goruck GR2 a heavy bag at almost 5 pounds alone (their packing cubes are also heavy). So much so I usually pass over it for air travel. Funny enough even owning the Red Oxx Air Boss, Tom Bihn Aeronaut 45 and Tri-Star my go to back is almost always the Topo Designs Travel Pack! There isn't much buzz around this pack when discussing top carry on bags but for me this just hits the right notes on capacity, weight and access.
If the BE V4's production model weight is reduced I would love to add this one to the arsenal as I too love the modularity and look!
Thanks for all your reviews - I always look forward to watching them!
+Jonas Hanna thanks, Jonas. Yeah, the weight is a downside, but the features make up for it Imho. The GoRuck gr2 is on my list as well.
This bag has almost everything you need and customizing possibilities :) BUT the happy, needs attention dog was still my highlight here; good that he got finally it's actor role ;)
+Iron Backpacker Haha, don't tell happy that. She is already such a diva. If she actually gets a fanbase on RUclips she would get even more arrogant 😂
I challenge you!! to make a video about the best backpack in your opinion under $100
+Lunafy Haha. Good idea. Currently I think Eastpak would be the best bet in that regard.
I love my DaKine Apollo
+Ryan Trevors thanks Ryan. Looks good
I vote for burton annex, denim colorway, or my timbuk2 (on sale)
Nice preview, Bo! I've BE's Gen 03 Citadel and I absolutely love it! Looks like they're back in the game with this v4 Travel Backpack (like the Aer's one). In terms of mods, it seems they go back with the old Gen 02 mag-lock for connecting those pouches, rather than the Gen 03 dual clasp design :(
THank you very much. I haven't used the dual clasp system yet. Matter of fact: This is the first Black EMber Bag that I had the chance to try. How is the dual clasp system different? Is it as fast to use as well?
Great video! I like how you now include the description of how you review on the description section and that the video was a bit longer.
+Carlos X Espinosa thank you very much, Carlos. There was lots to talk about this bag, which is why the video is longer than my other videos. But future videos might not be that long. It always depends on the item that I review 😉
love these bag reviews you do--keep up the great work!
+kghfcjktcghgctkgttcgk thank you very much. ✌ 😀
Another great video Bo! I think this bag is way too advanced for me. When will you do peak design back pack review? I am loving it at the moment
+Sergey Kornev thanks, Sergey. I still haven't had a chance to get the peak design. But hopefully I can get it soon
All i can say about this multifunctional backpack is WOW since it is extremely versatile for travelling, add to this the fact it is a carry-on and design is pretty flat but still it looks great. It kinda reminded me of Aer Travel BP, idk why. Thnx for the review, video quality is perfect and unbiased thoughts thoroughly leads to the decision - to buy it or not.
P.S. Have you ever tried Standart's carry-on backpack? I've recently found it in official store for 179$. Looks good.
+oOcitizenOo thank you very much. The bag reminds me of the aer as well. Probably because of the shape and material, but they are quite different indeed. The bag is not yet available to the public, therefore there probably will be a couple of small changes. And it will be interesting to see the prices. But for a photographer or videographer this will be the perfect bag Imho. I have a couple of photography bags that I just can't use outside of photography, but this bag is great as it's so transformable.
I haven't seen the standart yet. I will Google it. 😉
here is the link, in case you didn't have time)
www.standardluggage.com/products/carry-on-backpack-travel-bag
+oOcitizenOo thanks for the link. Looks like an interesting bag
Awesome video as always! Have you seen their other bags? I would like to know your opinion on their outside magnet pouches.
Personally I prefer the Molle because I think it feels more like part of the bag, but in this backpack I really like it for the fast attach and detach
+Erik Valenzuela thanks, Eric. And thanks for always watching my videos.
I have seen their other bags as well and I was really wanting to review one of their bags for a very long time.
I totally agree with you on having pouches on the outside being "not a part of the bag", but for me it is the same with molle. I don't like attaching molle pouches outside of the bag, which was also one reason why I bought the GoRuck with it's internal molle.
But The maglock system inside this bag is awesome. Being able to switch cubes on the fly is great especially for a photographer or videographer
yeah me too, i defenetly don't like having small pouches on the outside, but the one from heimplanet, the big one with 4 rig, i think it's pretty good, it kinda seems like one of those mission workshop's add-ons.
+Erik Valenzuela that is true. With a correctly attached molle pouch it is not that bad, but I still wouldn't attach one outside if I can help it 😉
Very thorough review 👍
+Chia Lynn Kwa thank you very much 😉 ✌️
Best Reviewer I've EVER seen! Thank you! Subscribed!
Thank you very much. That means a lot.
Your product reviews mean a lot to me! I've always been fascinated by all things bags and packs! Your highly professional, articulate, concise reviews are many miles above the "pro" reviews I've read and watched! Your pacing is just perfect as well as your detail/pros/cons! I hope you will continue doing these reviews for many years to come as I've just discovered your yt channel! Keep up the Great work!
You're awesome. Thanks for the kind words!
Thanks for doing all the HARD WORK for our benefit! I REALLY APPRECIATE IT! (^__^ )
we need more of Happy!
+Wei Kiat Haha, I will try to get Happy more in front of the camera 😉
You should make a backpack! You have the knowledge of many backpack flaws and pro's! So I can imagine how great backpack you would make!
+W34RD07 one day I might. I would love to have a "Bo Ismono edition" of an existing bag as well. 😂 maybe as soon as I reach 100k. But that's still a couple of years in the future
I have always felt like attaching packing cubs inside the bag is some what redundant. I understand if you aren't filling the back and are only carrying a camera it's great since it holds it in place. However I mainly use my bag for travel and I have an Aer travel pack I find typically the cubes don't move at all if you are actually filling the bag up and I would rather save a little weight
+ahastar1141 totally agree with you when it comes down to "just clothing". But with equipment that is slightly heavier it is great to have everything stay in place and not moving to the bottom. My Goruck is a great example. I put my charger and mouse in a field pouch that is attached inside the top of the main compartment. Having it stay in place helps a lot with organization and comfort of the bag.
But in my aer travel pack with just clothing I just drop my cubes inside.
Cheers.
Bo!! How did I miss this video ? This might be my new DJ backpack! I can hold MacBook, my Beats, GoPro and cables and etc. nice review brother !
+DJ BigDave for that equipment it is definitely a great bag. Especially with all the cubes. But I'm not sure if you can fit a controller. I have the native instruments s4. That one doesn't fit obviously
Hey Bo, I am using the vestax 300 and I plan on building a custom case for it and the EFX controller. I am consider the bag for macbook, headphones, cables, HD and etc
That's a good idea! Let me know if you have any further questions regarding the bag
Well done review.
Thank you very much, Yvette 😉✌️
Great video! I really like to see one on the new Incase Icon lite.
+Jan Karlsson thank you very much, Jan. I'd love to test an incase bag. I haven't had a chance yet. But hopefully this year
Would you consider doing a review of Moleskine's new ID Collection 15-inch backpack? I'm really curious about it, but there's literally no reviews of it online quite yet. It looks well-organized and decently made, and is under $200, which is nice.
Moleskine ventures into making backpacks? I didn't know that. I will google it. Would be interesting to see how they approach a bag.
Great review, as always 👍!
+Euan Lake thanks, Euan ✌️😊
Very awesome review Bo ! I love your style ! What do you think about the new Maxpedition Riftcore ? It's look a very strong backpack !
+Pietro Giusti thank you very much, Pietro. The Maxpedition looks pretty good. Maxpedition in general has some high quality stuff. Maybe I can check out the Riftcore in the future
Hey Bo I was wondering if you will be able to review the Northface base camp duffel, IV always been curious about them seem to be quite popular. And great video BTW.
+tobycoolio hey Tobi.
Check my "favorite bags 1.0" video. The base duffel is one of my favorite bags. There is not much to say about those bags, because they are so solid and simplistic at the same time. Can't go wrong with them. Go for it 😉
Hi Bo, thank you for another excellent video! I have been watching your videos for a while and am enjoying them a lot :). Great work!
One question about the hip belt of this backpack, as I noticed it´s only attached to the backpack with hooks but does not run behind the back padding: For a fully loaded backpack, did you feel that this construction transfers the weight from your shoulders to the hips very well? Or is it only useful to keep the backpack from bouncing around when you´re on the move?
+Fabian Stein thank you very much, Fabian. And thank you for watching my videos.
To answer your very valid question. To be honest I never or rarely use hip belts. I found the bag quite comfortable to wear fully loaded without the hip belt. But I would assume that it will secure the bag on your back and take of a little of the load, but probably not as efficient like a hip belt that goes around completely.
They seem to not be pushing this product on their website anymore. The only way to get to the product page is with a Google search, and it's out of stock.
Bo, gread video as always. I'm a big backpack lover, I just discovered Slotra backpacks literary seconds ago. Seems like a great value for money, have a look
Thanks, Viktor. Haha, That is great to know that you are a bag enthusiast as well!
Thanks for the Slotra backpack. I will google it tomorrow and take a look.
Hey,
Ich bin durch Zufall auf deinen Kanal gestoßen. Deine Videos sind einfach spitze und dann kommst du auch noch aus Deutschland ;). Ich bin seit langem auf der Suche nach solch einem Rucksack. Ich finde die Idee, ein Inlay für die Arbeit und zB. einen für private Zwecke zu nutzen einfach spitze! Weist du eventuell, ob es einen solchen Rucksack auch billiger gibt?
Hi Christph!
Danke sehr. Also ich weiß leider nicht von einer ähnlichen und günstigeren Version. Aber schau Dir mal mein "How to pack modular" video von mir an. Ich arbeite viel mit Packing Cubes und tausche die quasi in meinem normalen Rucksack für jede Gelegenheit einfach aus.
hey bo, can you look at the samsonite avant slim backpack? it looks like a great compact backpack for school with some smart compartments. thanks.
+Charles Gregory hey Charles. The Samsonite looks very interesting. Samsonite in general makes some good bags. Would love to test it out one day
Have you by any chance reviewed the Nomatic bag?
If not, I would love to see one
+A Little Antidote I haven't had a chance to. Just by looking at it I find it a little complicated, but I would still love to review one in the future
damn ! looks really really nice !
+Pierre Beaudoin it sure does, Pierre. 😉
pls continue with carry on pack review
Hi Bo,
Would you recommend this bag for daily carry? I do carry lots of gear and I do see the benefit of modularity. I've been thinking on getting this bag but wanted your opinion.
Thanks
+Pablo Howland it kinda depends on your size and the amount of stuff you want to pack. For me personally it is too big for everyday carry as I am only 170cm tall. It is a quite bulky pack as soon as you fit all the cubes inside. Therefore it looks huge on my back as soon as it is fully loaded
Can you do a review on the Black Ember Citadel?
Yes, I'm working on it 😉 ✌️
Unless those packing cubes are included, it seems wasteful to have the maglock system in there. And that weight is crazy! 33L and it weighs almost double that of the 40L GoRuck GR2?? Are there more specs anywhere? It doesn't seem to be on their website.
+Co Co the bag is still in development. I'm not sure at what time they will release it to the public. But until then there obviously will be a couple of changes
Good to know Bo. Thanks!
+Co Co you're very welcome. You are also correct on the weight, but for a photographer the versatility will probably be worth having the extra weight of the bag
Any chance you can get your hands on the black ember citadel? At a glance it looks like everything I ever wanted from a bag
Yes, I have a pre production unit of the citadel but I am waiting for the final version to do my review
Hi Bo - can I ask if this backpack has made it into your everyday carry or favorites?
+Abhishek Das hey Abhishek. It's not one of my Everyday Carry. It's a great bag, but I rarely travel with lots of photography equipment. Of course I could use it empty without the cases but for carry on travel I use the aer travel pack at the moment.
That said, this is a great bag that I can highly recommend
great rrview. nice backpack system. do the magnets seem strong enough to you to trip metal detectors?
+kidbach thanks. That is a very good question. Honestly I would doubt that you should have problems at the x-ray at the airport, but I have no idea about metal detectors. Where are metal detectors besides the airport?
Bo Ismono in the USA they would be in local, county, state, federal buildings as well as private companies that have trademarked and proprietary trade secrets on site.
+kidbach ah ok. That makes sense. Well I think that they might trip the metal detectors, but I'm not sure at all. Sorry
Any more affordable backpacks for review in the future?
+Kur4kun unfortunately not any time soon, because I still have a bunch of other bags and items waiting to be reviewed.
Cute puppy dog. 🐕 Great video. 🌐
+Kelly Crowley thanks, Kelly. 😊
How much does it cost? I am unable to find it on their website...
+Benoît de Galzain hey Benoit.
It is still in development. This is a pre production unit. But as far as I know they will announce it officially in a couple of days. And then they will also announce the price.
Hey Bo, how much did this set-up weigh after you detached the laptop sleeve and waist belt?
That is a good question. I'm currently traveling so I can't weigh it, but I would guess about a kilo less
Ok. Thanks for the response. Is the bag deep enough to fit 2 #4 compression cubes on top of each other in the main compartment? So basically in travel mode you could fit 4 #4 compression cubes inside.
+Jonas Hanna that depends on how full the cubes are. But I would recommend not to use four cubes inside in the way you are describing. But way do you want to stack four cubes over each other?
hey bo, How many marks out of ten will you give to this V4 backpack?
+Tommy Tang hey Tommy.
I would say 8 out of ten 😉
Hi Bo, maybe you can review a pacsafe bag. Thanks!
+Neil Regalado hey Neil.
You are in luck. Just yesterday a pacsafe carry on bag arrived at my door 😉 it might take a while to review though, because I have to review some other bags first. But let me know if you have any questions beforehand
That's great! I've been a pacsafe guy for 5 years now. Well, I live in SE Asia so it's quite a load of my mind when I wear it. Thanks so much and I love your channel!
+Neil Regalado I totally know what you mean. I visit Indonesia quite regularly. And while I feel quite streetsmart, it is quite the ease of mind to be able to either lock the bag securely in the hotel or knowing, that a pickpocket can't easily slice through the bottom of the bag.
+Neil Regalado and thank you very much for your support
Although many pacsafe bags are equipped with locks, I still carry with me a bike chain and a tsa lock for added protection. I did feel stupid going around Japan in it though.
Ps. What happened to your survival series? I am really interested because I just finished my Red Cross training and would like to equip myself with stuff to make me alive. Hehe. Don't forget paracord + Firestarter in your kit if you continue!
How big the laptop can able to fit in the laptop sleeve??
+Kenny Lee my 15" MacBook pro retina fits great. I don't have a bigger laptop to test any further though.
Where can I get this? It is not on their website..
+Leroy Pwnagism hey Leroy.
It is still in development . This is a pre production unit . But as far as I know they will announce it officially in a couple of days . And then they will also announce the price and you can see more info on their website
Thank you for your prompt reply sir! I see! Can't wait!
+Leroy Pwnagism you're very welcome. Let me know if you have any more questions 😉 ✌️
Do all of the inside cube come when you bye it
+Lawson Gibson vlogs that is a good question, Lawson. Unfortunately I don't have an answer right now. As this is a pre production unit and it hasn't been officially announced yet, the details of prices, sets etc. Are unknown to me at the moment.
Bo Ismono thank you
+Lawson Gibson vlogs you're very welcome 😉 ✌
any all--in-one solution for macbookpro cable charger, camera batteries, cables, sd, etc pouch?
+Carlos Yap you mean like a MacBook charger with some extra USB ports?
macbook pro safemag cable (charger), my camera batteries, extra cables, etc.. to place all my cables batteries in one mini bag inside my bag pack or roller
+Carlos Yap oh so just a small bag. Check out goruck s field pockets. They are quite expensive though. There is a tech case from Amazon basic as well.
Hey bo when will your next survival video will come
+Vansh aggarwal hey Vansh. I'm still learning. And the weather in particular is very cold and rainy right now. As soon as the weather gets better I want to do some survival videos outside
Anyone know where I can buy this backpack?
+Matheus Vidal hey Matheus. It hasn't been officially announced yet. As far as I know they will announce it in a couple of days or weeks. And then it will be available on their website.
Ok
suggest me a backpack which can carry a file case , laptop, 2 days of cloths
That's a lot of bags but it seems like you want a business tech travel bag. Probably the incase icon.
+Karthik Shetty hey Karthik,
I would suggest he aer travel pack. That is a great carry on bag. But depending on your height it might not be a good everyday carry. Check out my review on that bag
+Dynamic Duo that's a good suggestion. I recommend the aer because Karthik asked for more carry on bags in another comment
thank you very much @dynamic duo , incase icon seems to be a good choice just to break down my requirements as bo mentioned i am also looking for a carry on pack.. i am sailor working in offshore industry i have join ships around the world and have to carry all my certificate and laptop which i carry on my back pack and also carry on bag+ luggage bag which is easy to move around airport and can carry cloths, speaker, toiletries, shoes for a 60 days contract ,, you suggestions appreciated.
+Karthik Shetty considering that information I would recommend a 30l backpack like the aer travel pack.
Anyone have one of these bags for sale?
Send me an email to RUclips@ismono.com 😉
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believe me go to greenroom136 website they have good handmade bags
+acaphoto greenroom is definitely on my list. I hope I can review one soon
Very cool, utilitarian backpack. But it's so ugly!
+Lemmings but it is so versatile and better looking than most photography backpacks Imho 😉
This backpack just seems like too much. Would not buy.
+timtamothy21 is a lot, but for a photographer or videographer it is awesome. I have so many photography bags that I can only use for gear. This bag at least can be transformed for any purpose.