Great review! I bought this pack about a month ago as my travel/work backpack. I travel a lot and work in a professional environment and am frequently around 'executive' types and this allows me to fly under the radar without standing out, yet be prepared and have what I need or may need. It is well laid out with lots of storage and yes, my laptop is well protected with padding running all the way down and underneath. Quality built, light, cool and comfortable. My fellow 'tactically minded' buddies thought it was just a regular backpack and had no idea it was 5.11 or somehow tactical in nature until I dug in and showed them. Great Pack!
Too funny! I was NEVER aware that you had two channels Sootch! During the intro, I was like WOW THIS GUY LOOKS LIKE SOOTCH and then you started talking and I cracked up! Nice! I've come across this channel before years ago. I was looking for a covert bag and your video was the first to show up
I have been using this bag every day for the last six months and love it. I carry it almost all the time through my daily travels and it has been very resilient. I ended up fitting a level III soft ballistic panel into the hydration compartment. It only added about a pound to the pack but it can then be used as an impromptu shield if SHTF happens.
This has got to be on the list for best bags you have reviewed in my book. I love how 5.11 added the option for MOLLE attachment points. And the price is great as well! Great review!!
I was excited about the Condor Elite Frontier bag you reviewed, and now I just saw this. As a student, an outdoors enthusiast, and a militia member, this is the perfect bag that would fit my outdoors, urban, and combat uses all in one bag! Wonderful review!
I have the Asphalt/Black color combo. I use it for my everyday work bag. I love this thing. Going to add a 5.11 small insert panel to keep my pouches from all settling to the bottom. Be patient and you can find these on amazon for $103 and change. The 5.11 tag is very small and very hard to see unless close up.
Excellent review Sootch. I own this pack and it is my favorite edc bag. I would just like to add that the secret compartment for your pistol is easy to miss if you don't know to look for it.
They have a 2.0 version now with tuck-away logo. For yours, you could replace that ID panel with a blaze orange panel when hiking during hunting season or reflective panel when hiking in a group at night. CCW part can also house bear spray when hiking. The 2.0 has a outside laptop sleeve that could could also put fold up shelter material in.
I am a pack addict. This is by far my favorite. It has a well thought out design and practical bells and whistles. Its also one of the most durable and comfortable packs I own. I have some videos drawing and firing a concealed pistol from this pack, too.
+Spartan 04 when it rains, no. I did learn though with the main compartment I moved the zippers all the way the bottom and it won't have that small gap.
We have been talking about bags alot. My husband says I'm a crack head for all the videos I've watched 😂 but in reality this is way more suited to what we would likely need. Another great and we'll timed video! Thanks!
No really you don't. There is no context on a screen. It was definitely a joke and not malicious at all. I wouldn't even put it on here if it was. And we wouldn't have been married eight years otherwise either.
There are folks like me that totally get what you are saying. I feel very sad for those couples that can't joke around. Some people are just way too serious...
I've had this bag for 4 years. Amazing pack. Everyday carry. And I do mean every day. My bag has held up so well. You missed one pocket on the review though.
I like this pack, Going Gear has 3 color options, but you will see all 7 at 5.11 tactical including the one I am looking to get, mantis green/dark oak.
I've used that pack every day going on 3yrs now and it's a awesome bag. Carried 2 hand guns and tons of crap in it daily. Only wear has been the foam and covering has worn off on that top carry handle cuz I use it to hang it on a hook next to me every day which it actually has a tough strap under the padding so really its lost no function
I've been using this pack for day hiking about 3 years now. Nice fitting pack with lots of room. Great as a 24 hour bag or mid size BOB. I enjoy all your videos Sootch, keep em coming! How can I get a Sootch patch?
great review - cleaning? can you throw it in the washer? of course hang dry for sure but I have been known to put some packs in the dryer without problems
We live in Central Florida, near the "55+" retirement communities. LOTS of "gray men" around here. Don't think any could carry a heavy backpack, though !
Nice video and bag but the bag it didn't work for me. I carried a Beretta Cheetah, 3 mags, a WAS slick carrier with 3A soft panels and the standard Flashlight (5.11 TMT A2), Multi Tool (Gerber MP600) and Folder (Gerber Rex Applegate) Combat Folder. A few items in the admin pouch and a jacket. Went back to my 5.11 Rush 12 and sold the COVRT18.
The 5.11 marketing can be kinda funny at times..but all that aside, it's a good pack. I've been using one pretty much daily for close to 3yrs now, and its held up great. If I uploaded a pic you'd think its new.. So if anyone is on fence about it, get one, you'll love it.
Hey Sootch, I got a 5.11 rush backpack, great backpack I love it, but the zipper configuration on the compartment for the hydration pack just confuses me. The zippers leave everything open except for where they are, when they are top dead center, and you have to have both down on one side to have the pouch completely open. Why is that? The only thing I could think of is if you wanted to partially open it without having the top open, to vent it for the condensation that builds up around an item with cold liquid in it. Not a problem in anyway, just odd.
What color 5.11 Covert 18 pack would you choose for urban/city “grey man” scenario for GoB/BoB. 60mile distance from work to home. Black, Black/Grey, Ice, Earth Tone. ? Really enjoy all your videos... extremely informative.. THANK YOU !! Mitch
Thumbs up !! What kind of gear you got in there ? Is your gear bagcolored organized ? Reallly like the concealed Molly attachments @ 4:30 What is the Max carrying weight (? lbs ?) for this great bag ?? Can it handle 30-40 lbs of gear, without the material given way ??
I have the 5.11 rush 12 in the color black but I feel the molle all over it screams "tactical" so I like this covert18 bag because it's more discreet. However the green and tan colored covert18 still looks "tactical" to me because of the military inspired colors. I do prefer the green and tan colors for the wilderness but it doesn't blend in as well as the black one does in urban environments. The black color bag would be unsuitable for the wilderness because black does not camouflage well in the woods and the black bag gets hot in the sun . My dilemma is I want one bag that can be used for both urban and wilderness survival but I don't know if I should get the green and tan or the black color. Maybe I'm just thinking too hard Lol
nice bag and video now I know what that compartment is behind shoulder straps is I have S,O.G mission back pack water bladder there same 511 pocket but on my have on board belt hider can hide the belt if don't want to use it thumb up
Hey, I thought MAXPEDITION GEAR is your thing. Why are you doing a review on 511 TACTICAL BACKPACKS, 1: is a RUSH 12 and 2: CORVT 18? Besides that....good review on all of them👍👍👍
nice video, sootch. I just don't care for the way the pack gets low farter out and can make a person lean forward. anytime I have used a pack like that my shoulders and back get tired.
Great review as always mate. I've been looking to replace my 5.11 Rush12 for some time now, and this has been most helpful If you don't mind me asking though, that's an awesome watch you are wearing, what is it? :)
Wow. Im sure you have been doing reviews for minute. But not every one can afford 5.11 gear. Would it be possible for you to do reviews on other brand name products? But I will say I do enjoy your videos you sure do make it look easy .
If your mission is to be a covert "grey man" then you should avoid using 5.11 or any other merchandise from the tactical gear manufacturers. By the same token I always get a chuckle from those wearing tactical clothing who believe they're operating in a covert, discreet manner in public. Aside from that, great review.
***** I might just be blind but I didn't see 5.11's logo on the pack. I agree that nothing with their logo should be used as a "gray man" option, but the only thing I can see is a little tab with "5.11" on it, which you can easily cut off because it's basically like one of those tags they used to put in t-shirts.
Grey Wolf The logo is present on the front on this pack. Even with the logo tab removed, those "in the know" will still identify it as being associated with military, law enforcement or a potentially armed civilian.
***** yup. I bought this bag in 2012 and I'm not sure if "those in the know" spotted me. One can never know who "they" are but I knew I had a 5.11 bag and so I always felt eyes on me. It was probably more psychological but it still made me feel less "grey". Especially while I was traveling I was damn sure TSA knew what bag I was carrying.....
Yu know this whole grey man thing is kinda dumb since the bad guys would be looking for anyone with supplies. Having a back pack would be dumb no matter what. And incase of martial law. Anyone with a bag would be searched depending on conditions. So lets be honest with ourselves.
***** exactly, I feel the same way when i see someone wearing one of those survival bracelets and have a knife clipped to their pocket, 99% of the time they are carrying you can spot them a mile away
The moment you say it was 500D I was turned off it right away... really, 500D is not strong enough to last. I think I will get the 1000D packs they have instead. Thanks
Sootch, you do the best pack and bag reviews around (not to mention great gun reviews) but calling out pack reviews and overviews especially here because you actually pack it with gear and show how the bag can be loaded out and used. Thats goes a LONG, LONG way to making a review more impactful and informative and enjoyable to watch. Too many RUclipsrs seem like they get a demo back from a vendor and just do a table top with it empty and say... "you can put this in here or this in this pouch and this in that pocket" while never practically demonstrating the bag at all. And then that's the end of their video which is a waste of time. You actually do it, you show the loadout to demonstrate visually what one can do with the bag and you show yourself wearing it and walking around and hiking and etc. That's really more than any other channel does to the degree that you do it and it's why I always watch all your bag reviews whether I'm actually interested in the bag going in or not. So I want to say thank you for taking the time and effort to make this type of content that is actually informative and useful and entertaining.
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Great review! I bought this pack about a month ago as my travel/work backpack. I travel a lot and work in a professional environment and am frequently around 'executive' types and this allows me to fly under the radar without standing out, yet be prepared and have what I need or may need. It is well laid out with lots of storage and yes, my laptop is well protected with padding running all the way down and underneath. Quality built, light, cool and comfortable. My fellow 'tactically minded' buddies thought it was just a regular backpack and had no idea it was 5.11 or somehow tactical in nature until I dug in and showed them. Great Pack!
My Favorite Bag I own...and I own many. I've been at this for over 30 years if you a newbie, and want a Great Bag consider this one.
Too funny! I was NEVER aware that you had two channels Sootch! During the intro, I was like WOW THIS GUY LOOKS LIKE SOOTCH and then you started talking and I cracked up! Nice! I've come across this channel before years ago. I was looking for a covert bag and your video was the first to show up
I have been using this bag every day for the last six months and love it. I carry it almost all the time through my daily travels and it has been very resilient. I ended up fitting a level III soft ballistic panel into the hydration compartment. It only added about a pound to the pack but it can then be used as an impromptu shield if SHTF happens.
This has got to be on the list for best bags you have reviewed in my book. I love how 5.11 added the option for MOLLE attachment points. And the price is great as well! Great review!!
I was excited about the Condor Elite Frontier bag you reviewed, and now I just saw this. As a student, an outdoors enthusiast, and a militia member, this is the perfect bag that would fit my outdoors, urban, and combat uses all in one bag! Wonderful review!
I have the Asphalt/Black color combo. I use it for my everyday work bag. I love this thing. Going to add a 5.11 small insert panel to keep my pouches from all settling to the bottom. Be patient and you can find these on amazon for $103 and change. The 5.11 tag is very small and very hard to see unless close up.
Excellent review Sootch. I own this pack and it is my favorite edc bag. I would just like to add that the secret compartment for your pistol is easy to miss if you don't know to look for it.
I love this pack.. had it for 3 years and still holding up strong..
They have a 2.0 version now with tuck-away logo. For yours, you could replace that ID panel with a blaze orange panel when hiking during hunting season or reflective panel when hiking in a group at night. CCW part can also house bear spray when hiking. The 2.0 has a outside laptop sleeve that could could also put fold up shelter material in.
Been using this pack for the office daily for the past almost 2 years. Traveled to Russia for 2 months for my job And it was perfect for edc.
I am a pack addict. This is by far my favorite. It has a well thought out design and practical bells and whistles. Its also one of the most durable and comfortable packs I own. I have some videos drawing and firing a concealed pistol from this pack, too.
I LOVE THE INTRO SONG
THE BASSLINE. EVERY TIME THE BASS HITS A NOTE, SAY "SOOTCH"
SOOTCH SOOTCH SOOTCH SOOTCH SOOTCH SOOTCH SOOTCH SOOTCH
clamum Lol! That's funny. Thanks Brother
LOL. Rock on sootch!
Sootch thanks to your review I am now the proud owner of my own 5.11 Covrt 18 backpack.
Lol I didn’t know you had two RUclips channels! In the beginning I was like “wow, this guy looks a lot like Sootch. Wait a minute, it is Sootch”. 😂
I've had this bag for a while. I just finished configuring it as a "get-home-bag" that stays in my truck. My truck is my "bug-out-bag"!
I have to say I really enjoyed this video. It felt very old school/original sootch00.
Just went out and bought this pack today because I saw it on this video last night and liked it
Great way to prepare and check to see what you have and what you need.
Great video.
I've had this bag for almost 5 years. I love it, It's my Get Home Bag.
If it rains does your gear get wet?
+Spartan 04 when it rains, no. I did learn though with the main compartment I moved the zippers all the way the bottom and it won't have that small gap.
Ok thanks dude might get this bag Sootch didn't drop water on it like he usually does
We have been talking about bags alot. My husband says I'm a crack head for all the videos I've watched 😂 but in reality this is way more suited to what we would likely need. Another great and we'll timed video! Thanks!
Piper Vucelick The more you know the better the choice. This bag is really comfortable as well. Thanks
Well you don't know anything about my relationship or that he's joking around. Calm down.
No really you don't. There is no context on a screen. It was definitely a joke and not malicious at all. I wouldn't even put it on here if it was. And we wouldn't have been married eight years otherwise either.
There are folks like me that totally get what you are saying. I feel very sad for those couples that can't joke around. Some people are just way too serious...
Mark White I'm glad someone can recognize a sense of humor, it seems that is more rare than common sense any more.
I've had this bag for 4 years. Amazing pack. Everyday carry. And I do mean every day. My bag has held up so well. You missed one pocket on the review though.
LOL wild beaver!
My dad has this backpack, he uses it for his EDC.
Is your dad bag still holding up? I'm looking to get one
Your intros....lol seriously 12/10 acting hahah
I like his reviews 🤭🤞
If you put everything inside a pack, it will be too heavy??? better to spread the load, particularly the water?
I like this pack, Going Gear has 3 color options, but you will see all 7 at 5.11 tactical including the one I am looking to get, mantis green/dark oak.
Another good review thanks. I like the design of that bag. Keep the reviews coming.
Great grey man bag!!! Love the acdc remix in the intro lol
I've used that pack every day going on 3yrs now and it's a awesome bag. Carried 2 hand guns and tons of crap in it daily. Only wear has been the foam and covering has worn off on that top carry handle cuz I use it to hang it on a hook next to me every day which it actually has a tough strap under the padding so really its lost no function
I've been using this pack for day hiking about 3 years now. Nice fitting pack with lots of room. Great as a 24 hour bag or mid size BOB. I enjoy all your videos Sootch, keep em coming! How can I get a Sootch patch?
Yes great intro Sootch!
As always, GREAT review... Love seeing the "edited out" parts at the end : D
great review - cleaning? can you throw it in the washer? of course hang dry for sure but I have been known to put some packs in the dryer without problems
Just starting to build a system, thanks Sootch!
bro you can't go "grey man" rockin out to ac/dc ! you will start a party!
We live in Central Florida, near the "55+" retirement communities.
LOTS of "gray men" around here.
Don't think any could carry a heavy backpack, though !
Wish you did more 5.11 gear like the tactec plate carrier
i have this its perfect i use it for everything camping school work all of it and it works great
I really like the padded laptop sleeve. Love the review!
My friend has one of these. Great pack.
Nice video and bag but the bag it didn't work for me. I carried a Beretta Cheetah, 3 mags, a WAS slick carrier with 3A soft panels and the standard Flashlight (5.11 TMT A2), Multi Tool (Gerber MP600) and Folder (Gerber Rex Applegate) Combat Folder. A few items in the admin pouch and a jacket. Went back to my 5.11 Rush 12 and sold the COVRT18.
I already place my order and I can't wait for it 🤪
Sootch I have a suggestion try LA Police Gears back pack I just got mine a couple of weeks ago. 29.00 and the back pack is equal to a 200.00 pack.
wow. I finally subbed to your second channel. love your vids man.
The 5.11 marketing can be kinda funny at times..but all that aside, it's a good pack. I've been using one pretty much daily for close to 3yrs now, and its held up great. If I uploaded a pic you'd think its new.. So if anyone is on fence about it, get one, you'll love it.
The covert boxpack looks pretty sweet too!
Great review!
Hey Sootch, I got a 5.11 rush backpack, great backpack I love it, but the zipper configuration on the compartment for the hydration pack just confuses me. The zippers leave everything open except for where they are, when they are top dead center, and you have to have both down on one side to have the pouch completely open. Why is that? The only thing I could think of is if you wanted to partially open it without having the top open, to vent it for the condensation that builds up around an item with cold liquid in it. Not a problem in anyway, just odd.
What color 5.11 Covert 18 pack would you choose for urban/city “grey man” scenario for GoB/BoB. 60mile distance from work to home.
Black, Black/Grey, Ice, Earth Tone. ?
Really enjoy all your videos... extremely informative.. THANK YOU !!
Mitch
Thumbs up !!
What kind of gear you got in there ? Is your gear bagcolored organized ?
Reallly like the concealed Molly attachments @ 4:30
What is the Max carrying weight (? lbs ?) for this great bag ??
Can it handle 30-40 lbs of gear, without the material given way ??
I love the intros
great review, thanks for your time and effort
Exactly what I need. Privacy is important. Thank you.
You have an awesome backyard
Fantastic Review, I have been looking for a good blend in bag, This may be the ticket, Thanks.
Don love your videos man and the bloopers make me laugh like hell.
Nice review, thank you for sharing with us.
Great review,something to look into.
I have the 5.11 rush 12 in the color black but I feel the molle all over it screams "tactical" so I like this covert18 bag because it's more discreet. However the green and tan colored covert18 still looks "tactical" to me because of the military inspired colors. I do prefer the green and tan colors for the wilderness but it doesn't blend in as well as the black one does in urban environments. The black color bag would be unsuitable for the wilderness because black does not camouflage well in the woods and the black bag gets hot in the sun . My dilemma is I want one bag that can be used for both urban and wilderness survival but I don't know if I should get the green and tan or the black color. Maybe I'm just thinking too hard Lol
Covert is a good thing
SoulSurvivorX2, Especially where there are wild beavers and live wood peckers!
nice bag and video now I know what that compartment is behind shoulder straps is I have S,O.G mission back pack water bladder there same 511 pocket but on my have on board belt hider can hide the belt if don't want to use it thumb up
My Get Home Bag in Ice color...great bag!!!
the grab handle got cut out in mine. was uncomfortable. only real design flaw with it..
Great looking pack, and review! Thumbs up!! :-)
Hey, I thought MAXPEDITION GEAR is your thing.
Why are you doing a review on 511 TACTICAL BACKPACKS, 1: is a RUSH 12 and 2: CORVT 18?
Besides that....good review on all of them👍👍👍
nice video, sootch. I just don't care for the way the pack gets low farter out and can make a person lean forward. anytime I have used a pack like that my shoulders and back get tired.
Great review as always mate. I've been looking to replace my 5.11 Rush12 for some time now, and this has been most helpful
If you don't mind me asking though, that's an awesome watch you are wearing, what is it? :)
What do you think *****, is this a good Get Home Bag option? Would it replace an osprey pack for you?
SensiblePrepper 2 questions. Can this hold a ruger 10/22 takedown, and do you think in your opinion this could make a good "bug out" bag??
great backpack i really like your videos you make great ones
Is this suitable for bushcraft so I can carry a large DD Tarp.
What watch are you wearing? Nice pack and thanks for the review.
hey sootch love you watch ...what is it ?
Wow. Im sure you have been doing reviews for minute. But not every one can afford 5.11 gear. Would it be possible for you to do reviews on other brand name products? But I will say I do enjoy your videos you sure do make it look easy .
If your mission is to be a covert "grey man" then you should avoid using 5.11 or any other merchandise from the tactical gear manufacturers. By the same token I always get a chuckle from those wearing tactical clothing who believe they're operating in a covert, discreet manner in public. Aside from that, great review.
***** I might just be blind but I didn't see 5.11's logo on the pack. I agree that nothing with their logo should be used as a "gray man" option, but the only thing I can see is a little tab with "5.11" on it, which you can easily cut off because it's basically like one of those tags they used to put in t-shirts.
Grey Wolf The logo is present on the front on this pack. Even with the logo tab removed, those "in the know" will still identify it as being associated with military, law enforcement or a potentially armed civilian.
***** yup. I bought this bag in 2012 and I'm not sure if "those in the know" spotted me. One can never know who "they" are but I knew I had a 5.11 bag and so I always felt eyes on me. It was probably more psychological but it still made me feel less "grey". Especially while I was traveling I was damn sure TSA knew what bag I was carrying.....
Yu know this whole grey man thing is kinda dumb since the bad guys would be looking for anyone with supplies. Having a back pack would be dumb no matter what. And incase of martial law. Anyone with a bag would be searched depending on conditions. So lets be honest with ourselves.
***** exactly, I feel the same way when i see someone wearing one of those survival bracelets and have a knife clipped to their pocket, 99% of the time they are carrying you can spot them a mile away
great vid man
Is there a compartment for me rum
If there ain't one, we'll definitely make space, no questions about it!
Will you ever review Vanquest products?
Note get the MOLLE Pouches 4 the inside of the Bottom Front Pocket of the Pack 1st in order 2 better organize it!
also please use that grimmylocky right
Hey what's your boots called, like your videos keep it op.
will you be doing a review of the 5.11 havoc 30 backback?
Do you like your berkey water bottle?
I like this bag, I like to have it in large size.
Where could I find the compatable packs for the shoulder straps? I cant find anything
The company says this has a flex cuff channel. Darned if I can find it. Help? Thanks.
The moment you say it was 500D I was turned off it right away... really, 500D is not strong enough to last. I think I will get the 1000D packs they have instead. Thanks
This packs is made in 1050d
nice video, where did you get that moral patch made at?
what's in that littel green battel that you always have?
Hi mate, what color is the bag in the vid (in terms of the going gear website) atb, logan
Check out the 5.11 bag with Maxpedition accessories., lol.
How does this compare to the 511 rush 12 that you reviewed? (size, weight, durability)
Covrt18 or covrt boxpack which is your favorite
Great rewiev :) thank you and god bless you
Nice!👍 God Bless America 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
any durability issues, especially with the handle?
i noticed when he was walking the bag was bouncing off his back. Ian so happy i didn't buy it!
No waste straps no buy!
What video are you watching?? You mean WAIST straps?
Nice music.
will it hold a Ruger 10/22 Takedown rifle?
Dan Pearo I want to know the same thing. But looking at it, and the dimensions, I'm pretty sure it will.
great pack
Sootch, you do the best pack and bag reviews around (not to mention great gun reviews) but calling out pack reviews and overviews especially here because you actually pack it with gear and show how the bag can be loaded out and used. Thats goes a LONG, LONG way to making a review more impactful and informative and enjoyable to watch.
Too many RUclipsrs seem like they get a demo back from a vendor and just do a table top with it empty and say... "you can put this in here or this in this pouch and this in that pocket" while never practically demonstrating the bag at all. And then that's the end of their video which is a waste of time.
You actually do it, you show the loadout to demonstrate visually what one can do with the bag and you show yourself wearing it and walking around and hiking and etc. That's really more than any other channel does to the degree that you do it and it's why I always watch all your bag reviews whether I'm actually interested in the bag going in or not.
So I want to say thank you for taking the time and effort to make this type of content that is actually informative and useful and entertaining.