I wonder if I could easily use a seam ripper/cut out and remove the plate carrier from this… It would make a perfect cheaper GR2 for travel since I never use the laptop compartment, and want the bag to have side handles.
Thanks for the breakdown I had the 25L Rucker 4.0 in my cart, but it sold out unfortunately. Came across this and think it may actually be a better fit for my use case. Wanting to add the ruck plates to my extended hikes, so having the extra space in the front for gear and food is perfect. Size-wise I'm 6'6"/265 so the 39L might finally look like I'm wearing a proper sized pack 😂
Great vid. I had my first ruck today with my 33L long range. Fits perfect on my frame (6'4" 260lbs). It will also be a great travel back for the plane. Plenty of organization pockets inside. I did move the sternum strap up one row and it is tight getting that thing off and on. Definitely recommend using a multitool for a grip
Use a hip belt? I'm 6'5", and have a 2.0 Rucker for events... Im too tall to attach a hip belt, and have it be useful... Will this make it better for me? Will it fit?!?!
@@jasonmallas739 I know the opinions as to a hip belt but for me it is more comfortable for me to carry the weight on my shoulders rather than move any of it to my hips. I do use the hip pad but like you I’m 6’4” and it cinches around my belly so I use it more for stabilizing when I’m shuffling
I just got the Rucker Long Range in 33 L. I love it. I use it as my EDC bag and toss my ruck plates in to train. I occasionally put my I pad (in a case) in the ruck plate pocket but that’s rare. To me not having the laptop compartment isn’t a deal breaker. I ordered my bag before the website was changed so GoRuck is supposed to send a hip belt but they’re back ordered til may or June. I’m not sure how often I’ll use it. Great video.
@@billlapsley8184 Thanks for the feedback. I need something to bring in and out of NYC as well as business travel on the train for 3-4 day trips. It is just my first ruck and I want to do all of it with this first one lol. Ruck + EDC + Travel. I know I'll have to compromise somewhere.
@@JBOutside1 I just bought the 33L coyote. GORUCK needs to send you a commission. I wouldn’t have even known about this bag without your video. Massive price difference from GR2, which this seems to model without the laptop pocket. 👍🏻🎒
My wife got me the 26L GR2 for Father’s Day. Thank you for your videos in helping me make the decision. I’m thinking that if I get into the events maybe this would be a good option for me in 33L to have more capacity for travel when need but also be able to ruck at high weights. 🤔
Glad they helped! The 26L is very nice for a lot of things. The 33L Rucker definitely is a great way to do double duty and have a travel option too. The medium sized GR2 is my favorite
@@JBOutside1 Update, I've had the LR 33L for about a month 20+ miles of ruckign with a 45# Plate. Multiple trips to NYC, I found cause of my job I actually need the extra space. Super happy about it. Still need a smaller bag. As I've told you before, the Bullet Rucker 15L is in my future cause I need that 45# plate but makes me wonder if I want more weight I could always add a sandbag.
@@JBOutside1 Do you think it's that big of a deal having the weight higher on your back? Cause maybe my next bag should just be a GR1 🤔, These are my thoughts going between a Rucker or those compact ones that are on sale... That's why I thought the Bullet Rucker would be good for EDC also.
@@damonluvisi I like having the weight high on my back. For your second bag I would ask how you will use it most. Weighted? Get a Rucker. Unweighted for EDC or travel? Get a bullet ruck or GR1,,
Just saw that the Rucker Long Range is on sale right now. You can't remove the plate holders so it might not be great for my Asia travel instead of a GR2 34L? If you could choose a bag for EDC around town? Rucker Long Range vs the Bullet Rucker Double Compartment Nylon? Both are on sale, about the same price. I do not Ruck.
Thanks for the review. I have both sizes coming to see how it fits, me being 6 foot 245lbs. I am doing selection in October in Florida. Also doing 2 challenge events back to back to prep in September so this ruck will be my training tool.
NICE!! Yeah I think one of those will be perfect. Depends on your torso height and whether or not the 39L is too tall for everything. My bet is the 33L will be the winner. Let me know!
I got the 33L and had my first ruck this morning with it. I'm 6'4" and 260. Fit perfectly. The hip belt will be a nice and welcome addition. I did confirm with them that they will be automatically sent to those who purchased like within the first day or two once they get them back in stock in a few months.
Great review. I was just about to buy the 25L but this video has me second guessing if I should look into the long range. Appreciate this channel. Also if I may ask, what is your intro song its cool? Thx
Am I crazy for considering one of these for one bag travel? I don’t need it for rucking but could be good to have in case I want to carry two plates and my 20l doesn’t cut it. Thoughts?
Just got mine (one of the last as now sold out) Interestingly no side D Rings - just the top one so I guessed they never worked out what to use them for!
Do you think the 39L is too large for you? I'm 5'8" and i'm trying to decide if it's worth getting the 39L because that's the only one still available in gray and coyote.
Real head scratcher. Every study on the subject basically comes to the same conclusion, you shouldn't ruck with more than 50 pounds. After that point the negatives out weight the already marginal health benefits over a proper workout plan. At 75lbs you are actively destroying your spine and joint health. Especially if running.
I'm looking at getting my first Rucker. I'm roughly 5.9, so looking at size suggestions, it seems like I'm right on the line for the 20l vs 25l. Then I saw this video and wondered if a 33L or a 39L would be a good fit. I'm looking at mostly using it to ruck in my area, but also have it double as a hiking backpack on family trips, which the extra room would be nice to carry water bottles, snacks, binoculars, etc for the kids (and still be able to have 20/30 lbs on the hikes. Any advice on going with the Long range vs original? And which dimensions for my height? Or would I be better off ordering two, trying them out with my torso and returning one?
Buy two maybe. For what you said I think the LR 33L might be a winner. I’m 5’9” too and I lean toward 20L for events but can make a 25L work in training.
Either one probably. When you're comparing those two it will be more about the lumbar pad in your back. But you're tall enough that neither will ride low and cause problems.
I'm 6'5", and have a 2.0 Rucker for events... Im too tall to attach a hip belt, and have it be useful... Will this make it better for me? Any other tall GRTs out there use this as a solution?
So I own a 20L Rucker and a GR1 26L - looking for a travel bag so thinking of this long range rucker. Right now I'm used to the single large pocket of GR1. What do you use the front compartment built in field pocket etc in the long range rucker/gr2 for? Would it fit sandals or something like that ? Thanks!
I’ve done several GR2 pack-out videos and I typically put a tech pouch or two in there. The LR Ruckers are a great option to increase your volume and retain the same feel on your back.
My backpack broke and I read a wire cutter article. I travel for work a lot and truck around two laptops and an iPad Pro 12. I also pack other items to cut down on luggage. I want something durable. Do you think this would be right for me?
Maybe. But it wouldn’t be my first choice. For multiple laptops and iPads the GR2 would work better. For multiple tech there’s also other options that would work great too, like the Able Carry Max.
@@JBOutside1 hahahaha I legit rewatched the video and even paused it and asked my gf “hey what color is this bag?” 😂 Too funny, thank you though I felt insane
Hi Eric, I’ve done a video comparing the pack out of the two larger sizes. Look for the “34L vs 40L” video. The Long Range Ruckers are identical except for the plate pocket and lack of laptop compartment
ANYBODY else find the goruck wording on non black colour LRR an eyesore ? The best looking one is the black one cuz it doesn have the goruck wording on top of the MOLLE. and its sold out now lol
Great video, JB! Very interesting backpack, but for me too big for rucking. I‘m happy with my Rucker 3.0 for fitness, the GR1 for office and daily and GR2/3 for travelling. Cheers from Switzerland :)
I wonder if I could easily use a seam ripper/cut out and remove the plate carrier from this… It would make a perfect cheaper GR2 for travel since I never use the laptop compartment, and want the bag to have side handles.
I don't think that could be "easily" done but I suppose you could.
Thanks for the breakdown
I had the 25L Rucker 4.0 in my cart, but it sold out unfortunately. Came across this and think it may actually be a better fit for my use case. Wanting to add the ruck plates to my extended hikes, so having the extra space in the front for gear and food is perfect.
Size-wise I'm 6'6"/265 so the 39L might finally look like I'm wearing a proper sized pack 😂
Glad I could help and glad they're finally making the bigger size!
Thanks JB!
No problem Eric! The 20L version of this video will hopefully come out tonight...UPS willing...
Great vid. I had my first ruck today with my 33L long range. Fits perfect on my frame (6'4" 260lbs). It will also be a great travel back for the plane. Plenty of organization pockets inside. I did move the sternum strap up one row and it is tight getting that thing off and on. Definitely recommend using a multitool for a grip
Yep, that would help. I have a video on the sternum strap install process. I think the 33L is a the sweet spot for sure.
Use a hip belt? I'm 6'5", and have a 2.0 Rucker for events... Im too tall to attach a hip belt, and have it be useful... Will this make it better for me? Will it fit?!?!
@@jasonmallas739 I know the opinions as to a hip belt but for me it is more comfortable for me to carry the weight on my shoulders rather than move any of it to my hips. I do use the hip pad but like you I’m 6’4” and it cinches around my belly so I use it more for stabilizing when I’m shuffling
I just got the Rucker Long Range in 33 L. I love it. I use it as my EDC bag and toss my ruck plates in to train. I occasionally put my I pad (in a case) in the ruck plate pocket but that’s rare. To me not having the laptop compartment isn’t a deal breaker. I ordered my bag before the website was changed so GoRuck is supposed to send a hip belt but they’re back ordered til may or June. I’m not sure how often I’ll use it. Great video.
Awesome Bill! Not sure either but it will be good to have for sure. For long rucks it's a great option to relieve some stress on the shoulders.
Hi @Bill Lapsley, how tall are you does the 33L seem large as an EDC for someone 5' 7"
@@damonluvisi I’m 6’3. It may be a little large for EDC if you’re 5’7 IMO.
@@billlapsley8184 Thanks for the feedback.
I need something to bring in and out of NYC as well as business travel on the train for 3-4 day trips. It is just my first ruck and I want to do all of it with this first one lol. Ruck + EDC + Travel.
I know I'll have to compromise somewhere.
Excellent review JB. With a hip belt this may be the bag I need to do it all - training & carrying radio gear.
I think the 33L would be the sweet spot personally. This one is B-I-G
@@JBOutside1 I just bought the 33L coyote. GORUCK needs to send you a commission. I wouldn’t have even known about this bag without your video. Massive price difference from GR2, which this seems to model without the laptop pocket. 👍🏻🎒
Thanks for these helpful reviews. This ruck is also on my wishlist.
Quite an awesome list you have!
My wife got me the 26L GR2 for Father’s Day. Thank you for your videos in helping me make the decision. I’m thinking that if I get into the events maybe this would be a good option for me in 33L to have more capacity for travel when need but also be able to ruck at high weights. 🤔
Glad they helped! The 26L is very nice for a lot of things. The 33L Rucker definitely is a great way to do double duty and have a travel option too. The medium sized GR2 is my favorite
@@JBOutside1 Update, I've had the LR 33L for about a month 20+ miles of ruckign with a 45# Plate. Multiple trips to NYC, I found cause of my job I actually need the extra space. Super happy about it.
Still need a smaller bag. As I've told you before, the Bullet Rucker 15L is in my future cause I need that 45# plate but makes me wonder if I want more weight I could always add a sandbag.
@@damonluvisi haha, you can ALWAYS add a sandbag! 😁 But seriously, the GORUCK 10lb sandbag is perfect for add a little something.
@@JBOutside1 Do you think it's that big of a deal having the weight higher on your back? Cause maybe my next bag should just be a GR1 🤔,
These are my thoughts going between a Rucker or those compact ones that are on sale... That's why I thought the Bullet Rucker would be good for EDC also.
@@damonluvisi I like having the weight high on my back. For your second bag I would ask how you will use it most. Weighted? Get a Rucker. Unweighted for EDC or travel? Get a bullet ruck or GR1,,
Just saw that the Rucker Long Range is on sale right now. You can't remove the plate holders so it might not be great for my Asia travel instead of a GR2 34L?
If you could choose a bag for EDC around town?
Rucker Long Range vs the Bullet Rucker Double Compartment Nylon?
Both are on sale, about the same price. I do not Ruck.
These are drastically different in purpose and size. 16L vs 39L
Thanks for the review. I have both sizes coming to see how it fits, me being 6 foot 245lbs. I am doing selection in October in Florida. Also doing 2 challenge events back to back to prep in September so this ruck will be my training tool.
NICE!! Yeah I think one of those will be perfect. Depends on your torso height and whether or not the 39L is too tall for everything. My bet is the 33L will be the winner. Let me know!
I got the 33L and had my first ruck this morning with it. I'm 6'4" and 260. Fit perfectly. The hip belt will be a nice and welcome addition. I did confirm with them that they will be automatically sent to those who purchased like within the first day or two once they get them back in stock in a few months.
Did you find the padded underside of the shoulder straps very stiff and uncomfortable? If so, did it improve after "breaking in" the bag?
I didn’t notice anything. The padding will loosen up a bit after some rucking but not a ton.
Great review. I was just about to buy the
25L but this video has me second guessing if I should look into the long range. Appreciate this channel. Also if I may ask, what is your intro song its cool? Thx
Glad I could help...here's the song link: open.spotify.com/track/6cEX99CcRm50TUTfDm7fRY?si=59c65af6a98a477d
Am I crazy for considering one of these for one bag travel? I don’t need it for rucking but could be good to have in case I want to carry two plates and my 20l doesn’t cut it. Thoughts?
Not crazy. It's a great option to do a lot of things.
Just got mine (one of the last as now sold out) Interestingly no side D Rings - just the top one so I guessed they never worked out what to use them for!
Yeah, the latest ones didn't have them for some reason
👍🏻 thanks for all the videos and reviews-super helpful and informative
Do you think the 39L is too large for you? I'm 5'8" and i'm trying to decide if it's worth getting the 39L because that's the only one still available in gray and coyote.
I’m 5’9” and carry a 40L GR2 just fine. Same size. I wouldn’t ruck an event with it though.
@@JBOutside1 yeah same. But just looking to use it as a carry and loudout pack.
Is this 39l carry-on compliant??
Same as a GR2, yes.
Real head scratcher. Every study on the subject basically comes to the same conclusion, you shouldn't ruck with more than 50 pounds. After that point the negatives out weight the already marginal health benefits over a proper workout plan. At 75lbs you are actively destroying your spine and joint health. Especially if running.
I agree. I don’t advocate rucking with more than the 45 lb plate. I do interval training with sandbags above that but not sustained rucking
I'm looking at getting my first Rucker. I'm roughly 5.9, so looking at size suggestions, it seems like I'm right on the line for the 20l vs 25l. Then I saw this video and wondered if a 33L or a 39L would be a good fit. I'm looking at mostly using it to ruck in my area, but also have it double as a hiking backpack on family trips, which the extra room would be nice to carry water bottles, snacks, binoculars, etc for the kids (and still be able to have 20/30 lbs on the hikes. Any advice on going with the Long range vs original? And which dimensions for my height? Or would I be better off ordering two, trying them out with my torso and returning one?
Buy two maybe. For what you said I think the LR 33L might be a winner. I’m 5’9” too and I lean toward 20L for events but can make a 25L work in training.
Great video! I'm debating between the 33L and 39L. I'm 6'5" 255 lbs, 22.5" torso....which size do you think would fit me best?
Either one probably. When you're comparing those two it will be more about the lumbar pad in your back. But you're tall enough that neither will ride low and cause problems.
@JBOutside1 thanks!
I'm 6'5", and have a 2.0 Rucker for events... Im too tall to attach a hip belt, and have it be useful... Will this make it better for me? Any other tall GRTs out there use this as a solution?
Depends on what size your 2.0 is. But the 39L is taller so probably.
I’m 6’5” as well and the 25L Rucker 2.0 with hip belt works for me. I have a 40L GR2 and it’s the same story - works well for tall people.
So I own a 20L Rucker and a GR1 26L - looking for a travel bag so thinking of this long range rucker. Right now I'm used to the single large pocket of GR1. What do you use the front compartment built in field pocket etc in the long range rucker/gr2 for? Would it fit sandals or something like that ? Thanks!
I’ve done several GR2 pack-out videos and I typically put a tech pouch or two in there. The LR Ruckers are a great option to increase your volume and retain the same feel on your back.
@@JBOutside1 Thanks!!
My backpack broke and I read a wire cutter article. I travel for work a lot and truck around two laptops and an iPad Pro 12. I also pack other items to cut down on luggage. I want something durable. Do you think this would be right for me?
Maybe. But it wouldn’t be my first choice. For multiple laptops and iPads the GR2 would work better. For multiple tech there’s also other options that would work great too, like the Able Carry Max.
Hello, i’m
planning to buy the Rucker long range 33L. Just to make sure, would the 30 pound long plate fit in it? Thanks!
Yes it does!
@@JBOutside1 Thank you so much!!
Hey thank you, what color is that GR2? It almost looks blue, very cool
It's black.
@@JBOutside1
Wait what? For the GR2 you showed as a comparison? I swear it’s some kind of blue haha
@@kozmo7 haha! Sorry, I misread this....it IS blue! Navy Blue they offered at some point.
@@JBOutside1 hahahaha I legit rewatched the video and even paused it and asked my gf “hey what color is this bag?” 😂
Too funny, thank you though I felt insane
Surprised you didn’t do the intro rucking with the 75lbs (or were you? 😜)!
I did it all with 75lb...💪🏼 😜
Does it have the d ring and the opening for a water bladder?
Yes
How tall are you? Does it swing?
5'9"...sure does
@@JBOutside1 think it would make a good daily rucker or is it too large? I'm debating on getting it vs the normal 4.0.
Thank you for the video by the way
If the size of this bag fits you for rucking then absolutely. It's just a little too tall for me
Do you foresee the long range making a comeback? Thank you.
Not sure actually...which is a shame. Such a great bag
Could you do a pack out of the 39L vs the GR2 34L or 40L?
Hi Eric, I’ve done a video comparing the pack out of the two larger sizes. Look for the “34L vs 40L” video. The Long Range Ruckers are identical except for the plate pocket and lack of laptop compartment
ANYBODY else find the goruck wording on non black colour LRR an eyesore ? The best looking one is the black one cuz it doesn have the goruck wording on top of the MOLLE. and its sold out now lol
🙋🏼♂️
I do not think they label this as a 4.0 just the Long Range.
👍🏻
Is the 33L the same set up as this one?
yes
Awesome, thank you. I’m stuck between the 33 long and the Rucker 4.0
BOILER UP!
👊🏻
Great video, JB! Very interesting backpack, but for me too big for rucking. I‘m happy with my Rucker 3.0 for fitness, the GR1 for office and daily and GR2/3 for travelling. Cheers from Switzerland :)
I tend to agree! A little too big for me.
@@JBOutside1 For us lengthy guys it is just the ticket. 6'4" 260lbs and my 33L long range fits perfectly
@@dironahlquist8159 Nice! And for the record I agree completely.
If you want to add more than 75 pounds of weight to this bag then you are probably insane.
Truth