GORUCK GR1 26L Review (This pack is INSANE!)
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- Опубликовано: 31 май 2024
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00:00 - Intro
00:28 - Gist of the Pack
03:49 - Front of the Pack
07:14 - Middle of the Pack
10:42 - Back of the Pack
14:07 - Pros and Cons
15:07 - Alternatives
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Another iconic rucksack canvass bag with Molle attachments for ultimate customization?!
If this is the aesthetic and vibe you're looking for in a pack, then maybe the Goruck GR1 26 pack is for you!
This pack has a rugged aesthetic as its exterior fabric is made with Army Duck Waxed Canvas. It has a diagonal front pocket for easy access, a clamshell-style opening to the main compartment, and a very durable laptop pocket at the back.
This backpack has a decent amount of organization and beefy shoulder straps for ultimate comfort. And if you are a patch person, you'll definitely love that you'll be able to customize and attach your chosen patch to it.
To learn more about our honest thoughts about the Goruck GR1 26L, watch our video for an in-depth review!
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Get the Goruck GR1 26L if…
✅ You are looking for a pack that is built to last. This pack has incredible construction and sewing!
✅ You need a pack that has the ultimate protection for your laptop.
✅ You think you'll love its awesome shoulder straps.
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DO NOT get the Goruck GR1 26L if…
❌ You love this pack but it's too big for an EDC. Below's another alternative... 👇🏼
🎒 Goruck GR1 21L
✍🏼 Get this pack if you are digging the vibe of Goruck bags. It's got the same rugged awesomeness and comfort, just less capacity.
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❌ You are in love with the tactical aesthetic but you want a cheaper alternative. Check below for another great option… 👇🏼
🎒 King Kong Core Backpack
✍🏼 This pack from King Kong is a great option if you are looking for a cheaper pack with the same aesthetic and capacity. It's got two size options: 25-liter and the 30-liter!
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❌ You want another pack option that is more built for gym-goers and athletes. This is another recommended option for you… 👇🏼
🎒 Built For Athletes Backpack
✍🏼 As the name suggests, yes, this is indeed made for athletes and gymgoers specifically. Although everyone can use it, this pack is very suitable for people with an active lifestyle as its features are more leaning into that.
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Specs/Features/Summary
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• Capacity: 26 liters
• Color: black, slate, dark oak, and many more
• Fits most 16" laptops
• 10.10 oz Army Duck Waxed Canvas
• Martexin Wax finish, process proven on waxed canvas backpacks for over 170 years
• Woodland Camo Back Panel: 210D Black Cordura
• Small hidden zipper pocket underneath the handle
• 2"x3" Patch panel on the front with removable leather patch included
• YKK zippers with silent, glove-friendly zipper pulls constructed from parachute 550 cord
• Bombproof Laptop Compartment
• Multiple Pockets: 3 internal pockets: 1 large elastic pocket, 1 large mesh zippered pocket, and 1 small go-to pocket
• MOLLE Attachments: 3 rows of internal MOLLE webbing
• External Slant Pocket: 1 external slant pocket for quick access to keys snacks, and other small items
• Perfect Travel Size: TSA Compliant
• Scars Lifetime Guarantee
• Overbuilt in the USA
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2:12 yep, that’s me rockin’ 28L Aer Travel Pack 3 small, big and strong enough for 8kg load 🤭✌️
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I'm not sure I'd call the lack of bottle holders a con, when you specifically got the version without molle straps. The standard GR1 lets you attach or remove them (or other pouches) as needed, which I greatly prefer over integrated bottle holders (which inevitably get damaged, particularly at the drawstrings). 90% of the time, I go without - but when I need them, I really need them, and it only takes a few minutes to secure them to the sides. I think $400 is way too much if you're only using it as a travel backpack - but if you ruck every day and want a single, multipurpose pack, the GR1 is perfect. The rigid, padded laptop pocket lets you carry a steel plate flush against your back without any discomfort, and those chonky shoulder straps are specifically designed to let you carry large amounts of weight for long periods of time. I train daily with 40 lbs., and can't imagine doing that with any other backpack. It's a rucking pack first and foremost.
im just pointing out potential cons for people who are watching the video, and after responding to 5,000+ comments on this channel, I know that the hydro-homies are very... passionate about their water bottle holders lol
The reason you're one of the best at this is because you test most of your bags in real situations packed up!!!!
Thanks Mark! Gotta wear it in the wild to REALLY know the bag
I prefer carrying water bottles inside the bag for that sleeker look. When it's rainy season here, I use the holder only for carrying umbrellas
I’m a fan of that as well
I like the heritage, but probably would only go with the smaller 21L just because of the weight. I also like the top pocket they put on heritages and some other fabric models. I don’t really love the laptop compartment on these, but I guess they are secure, just seems fussy with access if you are going to use a laptop day in and day out. GoRuck just seems more like an extreme outdoor fitness lifestyle brand that pursues sort of premium pricing based on that image, like Filson etc. You gotta love the look, but the warranty is part of the experience/proposition.
warranty is crucial at that price point
Not a deal breaker, but I do wish this had a water bottle holder. Can you do a review of the Boundary Supply Universal Bottle Pocket? That seems like a good option for this and the Evergoods CPL24!
ill try!
Totally with you on the patches. Don't even like the little empty loop spaces on my Cap1 and Cap2. One question about the straps on this, which you really seem to love. These look like they have the same structure of straps on other GoRuck packs that had some serious problems with durability. The problem seemed to be that the stitching was only attached to the top of the fabric on the straps. I.e., it didn't go all the way through the strap itself, as you see on other GoRuck packs and most other packs in general. So what's holding all that weight onto your back? Just a single piece of fabric. I'm sure it's high quality waxed canvas, but that seems like too much to ask of any fabric, even if the attachments are stitched onto it really well. Thoughts?
I no longer have the pack as it was lent to me for this review, so I can't give it a detailed inspection, but all I know is that in my experience GORUCK bags have been very well reviewed for their durability - especially the shoulder straps. But definitely something I'll keep an eye out on in the forums and the next GORUCK pack I review (3 more heading my way soon)
What are you talking about? Their straps have the same design they’ve had for over a decade.
@@James-zy4nc You sound angry. Just look at the straps on a regular GR1 and a heritage GR1. On the regular one, the webbing runs down the entirety of the strap and is stitched/tacked down the entirety of the strap. On the heritage, it's only stitched at the top and the bottom of the strap, with no webbing. Also, at least for a while or at least on some models--and perhaps on these--the stitching simply went through the top layer of fabric on the "top" of the straps, not not all the way through the entire depth of the strap. There are whole threads about the straps ripping/tearing off on the heritage packs. I don't own either, just sharing what I've seen/heard/read. I actually think the black heritage models are gorgeous, but that doesn't mean they're as durable as the regular ones.
For that price it should have a sternum strap and dangle stoppers. Water bottle holder or trolley pass through aren’t really needed for rucking, but first two items would be useful.
agreed
Check out the 5.11 Rush 12/24 2.0 as a much less expensive alternative with the same military vibe and features
Will do!
I have the heritage 21L olive. Sold it to fund another backpack, and miss it ever since. I’m eyeing the slate one, but it’s not available for now. Agreed, its price is meh and wax canvas in our humid environment, I don’t know man.
if you like it you like it, can't argue with that
the best bag reviewer of all time
that means so much to our whole team, thank you!
What about your thouts on the trakke bannoche backpack ? :)
My thoughts are I really want to review it! Looks great but haven’t experience one yet - hopefully soon
Looking forward to it
I use a GR1 26L which is big enough to carry all I need but I’m missing a water bottle and some more internal organisation….
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Would you review the norite urth backpack in the future? Also if you can provide me with an affiliate link I would gladly buy it though you!
cool bag! we don't have an affiliate program with them but I appreciate the thought
No sternum strap, bottle pocket, trolley sleeve or dangle stoppers for $400? Nope
Agreed
also no luggage strap 😢
Their brand is making the most money with the least effort so it checks out.
Least effort? You’ve clearly never had your hands on one of these.
@@oidokunLeast effort in thr sense that they are very basic bags, featuer wise. I’m sure they’re very well made and premium feeling, but no place to put a water bottle on a 26L bag is nuts. It’s clearly meant for travel or hiking being 26L, so not having a spot for a bottle is wild. And by the same rationale, being packed out fiully, a 26L bag NEEDS a sternum strap and luggage passthru.
Man. I love me some GORUCK but they are in timeout for me. After spending, let’s just say well into the 4 digits, every purchase had either a missing patch, damaged patch, or a “clearly used” returned item that I purchased as new. Other companies I would have dropped forever but I may come back to GORUCK, eventually.
Damn that’s rough. If it makes you feel any better I haven’t gotten any similar comments on the channel, so your probably just cursed ;)
@@Nomads.Nation ☠️ haha really hoping because I like their packs very much. Also good opportunity to diversify into other brands. I hear their is a new pack from a new pack maker about to hit the streets ahem ahem 🔥🔥🔥
@@daredevil2300 oh yea? sounds like a cool bag 😉🔥
Cool, but dying to see how you got a week's worth of clothing in that cube 😳😊 AND, with all that internal molle, there's not ONE hook on the straps to hook a last-minute item via caribiner: I use that constantly for an umbrella, my bottle or a small WAWA bag with stuff I didn't have room for in the bag or wasn't going to open the bag for at that moment.
good call haha, with all those external lash points you think they'd sneak one on the shoulder strap 😝
@@Nomads.Nation love ya always taking the time to read and respond to comments!! Still wanna see that cube stuffing 😉
@@mkphilly ha "one week" is both incorrect and correct. Incorrect because it's really only 3-4 days worth of clothes. But correct because that's exactly what I would bring for a week of travel, with a laundry day on day 3.
@Nomads.Nation yeah, at your age I could travel that light ....sigh
The 26l is perfect for my every day. I’m tall, my wife is tall and we have a 3 year old. Carrying all that 26 all day!
When it’s just me, 21 L works fine and is much more compact
makes sense, you go a whole tribe to pack for!
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What do I do with all these bottles!?
One of the great mysteries of the universe
For me I'll be buying a Fyro all day over this. I'm a one bagger and $400usd is just too much. I do like the King Kong
Yep, I’m holding out for the Fyro too
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I don’t get the whole patch thing. Reminds me of like dressing up your backpack in 3rd grade. 🤷🏻♂️To each their own!
could not have said it better myself
Which color is this?
Discontinued I believe
Few months ago I asked about a GORUCK reviews and here we are in the second one (BTW - would love a review for the Bullet 16L Laptop as well), my next question is.. what about Tom Bihn reviews 🧐
I’d love to do some TB reviews, just gotta get my hands on a few of their bags. Send me one!
Besides the crazy price and all of the missing features, quite heavy for truly minimal organization. Pretty much the opposite for what I would want.
I respect their game, but completely agree. Not a bag I'd use
4:21 Alright Aaron, just hear me out. I totally get you aren’t into patches, but you’re saying you wouldn’t even want to cover up that velcro square with… I don’t know.. something? Like… I know you have other interests outside of back packs. Why not release a Nomads Nation patch and stick that on there? Or Some other interest you have? Isn’t it better than the alterntive of NOT putting something there?
Ha yes I'd rather take a patch than that square patch of hair, but I wouldn't do either if I had the choice. I think to me patches just look very adolescent - like something a first grader would do. Just my take and how they make me feel though, I'm glad all you patch peeps can keep on patchin' 💪
I thought Goruck had moved some of their production to Vietnam and only some things were made in the US? Realistically it doesn't matter to me, as I don't care for the military-ish aesthetic.
some yes and some no as far as I'm aware, but good point, I should have looked up where this specific bag was made
No water bottle holder is an automatic “I will never buy this.” Otherwise I like it a lot.
hydro homies in the house
I think the thing that kind of makes me uneasy about this review is the misinformation about the style of the bag itself.
This is the Heritage edition, which is why it comes in a waxed canvas and doesn’t have the Molle strips on the front. Speaking of the Molle strips, GoRuck offers a water bottle holder on their regular GR1.
Another difference is the price. The non-heritage edition of this bag is $345 USD and not the $425 USD this bag is.
I typically enjoy your reviews, but these distinctions matter.
thanks for your concerns! While I don't use the term 'Heritage' to describe the bag (my bad) I clearly explain from 1:00 - 2:00 that this is a limited edition / different waxed canvas version that differs from the original version. Pretty clear 💪
Four. Hundred.....Perfect for the ultra rich or GORUCK fanboy crowd.
Hard pass.
On the H2O holder front; I carry a giant 2 liter super sucker which wouldnt fit if there were holders so....🤷♂️ No biggie.
Im still stuck in the $400 and no dangle wrangles! 😅
#StopTheDangle
Absolutely. Hate the dangle.
#stopthedangle
Not for me… I’m waiting for Fyro !
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Not a fan of the waxed canvas look
It’s a bit more controversial for sure
Way too expensive for me, way too over engineered for my needs.
Perfect if you want to go Rucking.
I bet most 'men' that buy them have never rucked... or served...
The company is simply selling an aesthetic.
yea its a lifestyle brand at this point, I'd say most of their customers probably don't ruck