The CPL24 by a country mile, one of my all-time favorite bags. I have it in the X42 OD Green high vis orange interior. Although the 24L size is just too big for me to use as an EDC bag, it is still one of the very few bags that I will never sell or trade off. For me, this year's EDC winner is the 840D CPL16.
I agree. I have had one for years and it’s solid and practical and works for almost everything. I personally don’t want a collection of bags…seems like something women would be into, like collecting purses. I just want one or 2 to cover every use and then use them for years.
JB, I’m not criticizing your collection. I understand that you are reviewing them to help us buy the right one. I would love to know what you would choose if you had to get rid of every bag you own and just keep one bag!
Damn thought youd sneak the GR Bullet 18 in there, Im leaning lol. Thats said wish GR would use vx42! I have some alpaka accessories quality is excellent. I know you dont luv aer look but CPP in ultra is solid in this size. Great vid as usual!
I have the standard non-Pro Metro Backpack and love it. It can be tight fitting everything in, but the constraints can be helpful in preventing you from taking too much bulk with you. I can snuggly fit my Yeti 24 oz bottle in it's internal water bottle pocket, which I assume is the same size as the one in the Pro.
@@johncutler5071 They always say smaller numbers to be on the safe side because laptops are different. Small bezels. 16:10; 3:2 ratio laptops etc. Many differences. But very often you can get bigger laptops into the backpack
There are so many packs that on paper seem really great, and have so many little nuances and compartments and whatnot. But at the end of the day, it's still just a dyneema GR1 21L that I always go back to.
I want to love this bag. I have tons of HUB ecosystem stuff for work badges, keys, pouches, etc. But how does the bag drape when the main compartment is not full? For example, if you weren’t carrying the CAP2s? It looks the the VX42 is quite stiff and the bag would remain bulky.
Thanks for reviewing the metro pro ! How do you find the comfort and overall usability comepared to cpl 16? Sorry to ask this but could you also do a side by side comparison of the cpl16 vs metro pro?
The Alpaka dimensions seem way off - it's noticeably shorter than the CPL yet they are both supposed to be 18 inches tall? Also not convinced it can take 24l. Maybe it's the org layout of the bag? And the opening of the main compartment looks awkward. It has some great features that I'd like to see on other EDC bags but for me, it ranks last out of the other packs you had here!
yeah I noticed the obvious height difference while editing and filming. Wasn't ready for the big difference. As for the volume...I think it's a situation where technically it might hold that much volume when tested but in actuality when you put bottles and bigger items in there it's way less.
You lost me at under-padded straps. In 19 to 21 liter category with robust, comfy straps, rides high, second, outer pocket for computer, no hard bottom to dig in my back, top pocket, some org, What say you? Any brand....don't let this figure into decision, but was bummed my 1K Cordura GR1, didn't product my computer in a NYC downpour...
The Alpaka Metro Pro looks nice but is way too big for me for EDC. I wish they did the regular Metro in X-Pac. As it stands neither one is suitable for me. Either too big or an ugly material. What a shame.
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The CPL24 by a country mile, one of my all-time favorite bags. I have it in the X42 OD Green high vis orange interior. Although the 24L size is just too big for me to use as an EDC bag, it is still one of the very few bags that I will never sell or trade off. For me, this year's EDC winner is the 840D CPL16.
I can't argue with the CPLs awesomeness. I too will be holding on to both sizes.
Cpl24 is ..... Acceptable, kinda, maybe, if ive had my coffee and in a good mood. The 16 is just terrible.
It is a good looking bag saw another person used it for a Disney day and had great use and praise.
Nice!
Have you ever done a review on a recycled firefighter 24hr pack? I have had one for years and looking to get another one soon! Great simple bag!
I’ve handled a few…nice bags!
I agree. I have had one for years and it’s solid and practical and works for almost everything. I personally don’t want a collection of bags…seems like something women would be into, like collecting purses. I just want one or 2 to cover every use and then use them for years.
JB, I’m not criticizing your collection. I understand that you are reviewing them to help us buy the right one. I would love to know what you would choose if you had to get rid of every bag you own and just keep one bag!
@ that’s a great question and worth a whole video discussion. But the short answer is GR1
@@JBOutside1 thanks for the reply. Can’t argue with that choice
Damn thought youd sneak the GR Bullet 18 in there, Im leaning lol. Thats said wish GR would use vx42! I have some alpaka accessories quality is excellent. I know you dont luv aer look but CPP in ultra is solid in this size. Great vid as usual!
Thanks!
Damn that evergoods in ecopack is sick! Now its sold out this may be your fault lol. Awesome channel!
bring back the mirror version! mirror cpl 16L in waxed canvas would be so dope
That would be!
I have the standard non-Pro Metro Backpack and love it. It can be tight fitting everything in, but the constraints can be helpful in preventing you from taking too much bulk with you. I can snuggly fit my Yeti 24 oz bottle in it's internal water bottle pocket, which I assume is the same size as the one in the Pro.
Nice!
Does it fit a 15" Macbook Air?
@@smallego8068 they say 14” laptop, so presumably not.
@@johncutler5071 They always say smaller numbers to be on the safe side because laptops are different. Small bezels. 16:10; 3:2 ratio laptops etc. Many differences.
But very often you can get bigger laptops into the backpack
@ yes
There are so many packs that on paper seem really great, and have so many little nuances and compartments and whatnot. But at the end of the day, it's still just a dyneema GR1 21L that I always go back to.
And a solid choice that is!
I want to love this bag. I have tons of HUB ecosystem stuff for work badges, keys, pouches, etc. But how does the bag drape when the main compartment is not full? For example, if you weren’t carrying the CAP2s? It looks the the VX42 is quite stiff and the bag would remain bulky.
VX42 is a little more stiff but not terrible
Thanks for reviewing the metro pro ! How do you find the comfort and overall usability comepared to cpl 16?
Sorry to ask this but could you also do a side by side comparison of the cpl16 vs metro pro?
Both comfy to wear for sure...more padding on the CPLs so edge to them there. No plans to do a direct comparison but it might happen!
@ thanks man ! Looking forward to that !
Have you reviewed the Alpaka Elements Pro? Comparison to Metro Pro?
That would be a good one!
How about goruck double compartment? Is it out of the conversation for best edc bag?
Absolutely. This isn't a round-up of the best...merely a question of is the Metro the best?
The Alpaka dimensions seem way off - it's noticeably shorter than the CPL yet they are both supposed to be 18 inches tall? Also not convinced it can take 24l. Maybe it's the org layout of the bag? And the opening of the main compartment looks awkward. It has some great features that I'd like to see on other EDC bags but for me, it ranks last out of the other packs you had here!
Why does it have to alpaka dimensions what about evergoods is off there dimension??
@ Because I own the CPL and it measures 18 inches tall.
@@Golaso99 perfect thanks for the confirmation. Very strange indeed
yeah I noticed the obvious height difference while editing and filming. Wasn't ready for the big difference. As for the volume...I think it's a situation where technically it might hold that much volume when tested but in actuality when you put bottles and bigger items in there it's way less.
I know people lie about height but do bags lie too? they are all 18 inch tall but why the alpaca bag looks much smaller.
totally agree
You lost me at under-padded straps. In 19 to 21 liter category with robust, comfy straps, rides high, second, outer pocket for computer, no hard bottom to dig in my back, top pocket, some org, What say you? Any brand....don't let this figure into decision, but was bummed my 1K Cordura GR1, didn't product my computer in a NYC downpour...
bummer
The Alpaka Metro Pro looks nice but is way too big for me for EDC. I wish they did the regular Metro in X-Pac. As it stands neither one is suitable for me. Either too big or an ugly material. What a shame.
Too bad. Lots of good features! Maybe they’ll do more xpac