you couldn't have found a more spot on pack! amazing stuff and it was like you were reading my mind on personal adjustments & touches. you Ben just can't stop feeding me gear gold
Hi Ben, thank you for showing us this nice pack from Spec Ops. Had been their supporter years back till recently they had stop sending purchase to Singapore. Was force to change to Direct Action and feel that their stuff are not too bad as well. Merry Christmas and Happy New year to you and your family!!
Good review. Thx. A suggestion. It looks like the sternum straps are too high. They can be removed and set lower. They tend to be set too high from the factory but it’s easy to reposition.
Thanks for the review. I have one of these bags on order and now just have to wait for it to arrive in Australia. I have a few of there other products and they are all very good quality. Merry Christmas and a Good New Year. Take care Anthony
I was told by SOB that they should have a frame sheet (similar to the one for their T.H.E. pack) available in the near future. As of Dec 17, 2015, they were "in the planning stage." I assume the frame should be no more than $35. The frame system available for its bigger brother (plastic sheet with two full lengths aluminum stays) makes a world of difference. So for $100, the EDC is one hell of a USA (Texas!) made pack, like its big bro. ~$135, with a frame, it cannot be beat by ANY other manufacturer in regards to quality:price. Cheers. Great review!
On second thought; it's not just a great quality bag "for the price." The quality is AT LEAST on par with the best tactical pack makers out there. I have a couple GORUCKS too. Different design style, obviously, but GORUCKS cost almost 3x as much and WILL NOT out last the SOB packs. I'm just hoping SOB never realizes this and jacks their prices up, haha...They also have a great bird/shell bag system for you bird hunters out there - only $60, from their hunting company Texas Hunt Co. Alright, I'm done.
Been thinking about getting a pouch for edc so it can fit in my college bag. I looked at a few like Condor, but not sure which one. Also, keep in mind of it being budget friendly. As someone that doesn't have a lot of money to spend on everything.
I've got one that a friend had for about 15 years , then gave it to me and I've got 3 and it is still going strong. Just more proof of by once don't cry later.
Nice pack, I bought it a week ago… Do you have problems with molle pouches on this bag or do they fit ? I have one molle bottle holder which don’t fit on the side 🤷🏻♂️
You could always buy those $50 organizers like I did on my the pack, expensive but nice. I got the tan and black one,helps a lot. Pricey though. I hope you and your lady have a nice Christmas. Spec ops really does make some good shit. I still have one of those wallets and it's holding up great.
how do u compare this pack with the dragon egg? another good pack is the mil spec boss beaver for edc or get home. they have awesome urban color. black scout survival did a great review on it.
Would it be possible to dx my pack with the old acu print for a coyote color? I have to wear my new OCP and I can't with the old digiprint. Please advise!
Going to Afghanistan for a year in 1 month from now for contracting . Do you recommend this pack or the UAP . Only for all my needs, clothes and stuff that does not include my gear / weapon and other stuff . Just all personal stuff . Which would you recommend
I've been needing a new pack. I bought a Fox Tactical bag, and it hasn't been working out... I'm gonna kick myself in the butt for not jumping on this deal.. but I can't buy one right now. Hopefully they're gonna have another sale when I can actually afford it. Thanks for the video Ben! Take care and Merry Christmas!
Not sure, but it felt like the T.H.E. pack was "on sale" for years. If the sale ends, join their mailing list and wait a few months. They'll have more sales. Especially around Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day, etc. Heck, you can probably call them and ask how long the sale will last and when it might be on sale again after that. Their customer service is pretty good.
Ben, Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you and your family, from me and my Little Gang of Kitties, Sir Magnus (7 1/2 yr old Smokey Tabby), Mr. Spock (22 month old medium hair B&W Tuxedo) , Sulu (22 month old B&W Tuxedo/Siamese mix) & Little Samantha Carter (16 weeks Medium hair Orange Tabby)
Living survival! Great video man I always look forward to your reviews. Definitely my favorite channel to watch! Can you do custom viewer request videos?
Good overview of the pack. Thanks for showing yourself wearing the pack, something most RUclips reviews omit or ignore. For reference, how tall/big are you? That would help me determine how this pack would fit me. Cheers.
Nice review! Very well made pack, I have the ALICE Recon from them, quality is top notch. The only thing I wish both these packs had is the ability to lower the sternum chest straps. I noticed in both your videos the straps ride too high and cannot be lowered. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
+Living Survival Windering if you can take them off and relocate them a little lower. Because they ride so high I can't get the proper shoulder pad adjustment. I guess I was born with one of those weird shaped bodies.
+Living Survival Just had a brain fart, I was able to relocate the straps lower and now it it's much better than before. (This is on my ALICE Recon pack, not the one in this vid). At 0:42 of your video, I noticed loops at the end of the shoulder straps about an inch above your fingers. You can take those plastic clips right off the strapping and lower them beneath the loops. You can also lower the sternum straps on the ALICE Recon pack, it's not clips though. Give it a shot and see if it's any better for your frame.
Great job, as usual. Speaking of jackets, that one you have on in this video is sharp. Might be better looking than the SJ-3. Who makes it? Might have to go on my "after Christmas" list. 😏
nice video, I subbed :) I love survival, I might do some vids of my own, and I think yours are great for me to learn from, and maybe get some ideas about what looks like a great place to film, outside :D
Are you serious with that WHITE cap? *Major survival/wilderness/camping sin.* I hope Dump Box paid you well to sell your survival SOUL and commit the ultimate wilderness transgression.
It is awesome. I carry this as my motorcycle backpack. Adventure class! It will go on many hikes from the campsite
you couldn't have found a more spot on pack! amazing stuff and it was like you were reading my mind on personal adjustments & touches. you Ben just can't stop feeding me gear gold
+Casey Biggs thanks Casey, have a great holiday.
I've been using the original THE Pack assault pack for 15 years and it's still going strong. I'm sure this is just as great of a product
+The Immortal thanks for the comment.
It seems to have a very strong chemical smell. Any advice?
going on 20 years for mine. I say going on, because I've had it so long, I can't keep track. Ditto for my T.H.E. wallet and S.O.B. no issues at all.
Hi Ben, thank you for showing us this nice pack from Spec Ops. Had been their supporter years back till recently they had stop sending purchase to Singapore.
Was force to change to Direct Action and feel that their stuff are not too bad as well.
Merry Christmas and Happy New year to you and your family!!
+William Lye you as well.
Good review. Thx. A suggestion. It looks like the sternum straps are too high. They can be removed and set lower. They tend to be set too high from the factory but it’s easy to reposition.
Thanks for the review. I have one of these bags on order and now just have to wait for it to arrive in Australia. I have a few of there other products and they are all very good quality.
Merry Christmas and a Good New Year.
Take care
Anthony
+antman29able you will enjoy it. thanks for the comment.
+Living Survival
I am sure it will be a good pack.
As soon as I get it, I will be looking to do a review and comparison to the T.H.E pack.
Great review! No questions on the product after watching like the rest.
I loved your count down to Christmas videos keep doing good videos
Great looking pack. Nice review. Thanks fo sharing. Shooooots!!!!
+H.I.S Survival thx
Another great pack, Ben. Merry Christmas to you and greetings from Pittsburgh. Laura
+Lellobeetle thanks Laura.
I was told by SOB that they should have a frame sheet (similar to the one for their T.H.E. pack) available in the near future. As of Dec 17, 2015, they were "in the planning stage." I assume the frame should be no more than $35. The frame system available for its bigger brother (plastic sheet with two full lengths aluminum stays) makes a world of difference. So for $100, the EDC is one hell of a USA (Texas!) made pack, like its big bro. ~$135, with a frame, it cannot be beat by ANY other manufacturer in regards to quality:price. Cheers. Great review!
On second thought; it's not just a great quality bag "for the price." The quality is AT LEAST on par with the best tactical pack makers out there. I have a couple GORUCKS too. Different design style, obviously, but GORUCKS cost almost 3x as much and WILL NOT out last the SOB packs. I'm just hoping SOB never realizes this and jacks their prices up, haha...They also have a great bird/shell bag system for you bird hunters out there - only $60, from their hunting company Texas Hunt Co. Alright, I'm done.
+John Hayes thanks for the input.
Been thinking about getting a pouch for edc so it can fit in my college bag. I looked at a few like Condor, but not sure which one. Also, keep in mind of it being budget friendly. As someone that doesn't have a lot of money to spend on everything.
I've got one that a friend had for about 15 years , then gave it to me and I've got 3 and it is still going strong. Just more proof of by once don't cry later.
Nice pack, I bought it a week ago… Do you have problems with molle pouches on this bag or do they fit ? I have one molle bottle holder which don’t fit on the side 🤷🏻♂️
Nice review Ben,looks a good strong pack,i like the light interior too. Thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas from England. Atb Darren.
+Darren Roberts thanks Darren, have a good holiday.
Merry Christmas from Indiana . Have a good one buddy .Nice pack .
+Howie Z Merry Christmas too :)
You actually already answered man! Just keep making great videos man!
You could always buy those $50 organizers like I did on my the pack, expensive but nice. I got the tan and black one,helps a lot. Pricey though. I hope you and your lady have a nice Christmas. Spec ops really does make some good shit. I still have one of those wallets and it's holding up great.
+Paul DiDonato they have sales on all those organizers. I might pick one up for sure. you have a good holiday as well.
how do u compare this pack with the dragon egg? another good pack is the mil spec boss beaver for edc or get home. they have awesome urban color. black scout survival did a great review on it.
I like this pack, nice review oh and merry Christmas living survival
+Knife Reviews thanks you as well.
good bag but for what i see only have basic 1000d cordura..not water resistent teflon coat etc...and the back not good ventilation
Water resistance is a must where I live(rain, rain, rain). I'll keep looking!
nice review looks like a very capable pack for an overnighter thanks for sharing Merry Christmas
+Amra Survival thanks for taking look.
Looks like a great pack for a get home bag. Merry Christmas my friend!
Great review Ben. I just got mine in the mail and will do a review soon.
+Skills2Survive nice.
Lookslike a nice pack. Would make an awesome day pack Happy holidays atb John
+Turtle Bushcraft i just got the sabra gear solo pack as well and that one is another great pack. this one fits really well though.
I will have to look that one up I hadent herd of that one
Frohe Weihnachten und ein gesundes neues Jahr.Gruß Falko
When is the next episode of "Unliving Survival" coming out?
+CircaSriYak in a few weeks.
Would it be possible to dx my pack with the old acu print for a coyote color? I have to wear my new OCP and I can't with the old digiprint. Please advise!
I like Spec Ops brand. Good quality gear. Although I'd find it hard to replace my Direct Action Dragon Egg for an EDC pack.
+Rhi McKeon yeah, keep the dragon egg for sure!!!
I'm looking at this and the Direct Action Ghost. Which would you recommend if you had to choose between the two? Thanks.
the ghost.
Living Survival I ended up getting both. They're both excellent packs but the ghost is more appropriate as a day to day
Going to Afghanistan for a year in 1 month from now for contracting . Do you recommend this pack or the UAP . Only for all my needs, clothes and stuff that does not include my gear / weapon and other stuff . Just all personal stuff . Which would you recommend
I’m thinking the UAP because I’d rather pack more than less just in case of course
Emailed you back brother.
I've been needing a new pack. I bought a Fox Tactical bag, and it hasn't been working out... I'm gonna kick myself in the butt for not jumping on this deal.. but I can't buy one right now. Hopefully they're gonna have another sale when I can actually afford it. Thanks for the video Ben! Take care and Merry Christmas!
+Brennan Jones merry christmas to you as well.
Not sure, but it felt like the T.H.E. pack was "on sale" for years. If the sale ends, join their mailing list and wait a few months. They'll have more sales. Especially around Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day, etc. Heck, you can probably call them and ask how long the sale will last and when it might be on sale again after that. Their customer service is pretty good.
John Hayes Thanks for the info. I'll keep my eyes open
Ben, Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you and your family, from me and my Little Gang of Kitties, Sir Magnus (7 1/2 yr old Smokey Tabby), Mr. Spock (22 month old medium hair B&W Tuxedo) , Sulu (22 month old B&W Tuxedo/Siamese mix) & Little Samantha Carter (16 weeks Medium hair Orange Tabby)
+Kristyanna Virgona thank you very much and happy holidays to all of you as well.
Living survival! Great video man I always look forward to your reviews. Definitely my favorite channel to watch! Can you do custom viewer request videos?
+ben byerly Sure, I can do my best. What would you like to see?
Very nice bagpack.
Merry Xmas! :)
+Denis (FuwaForestFilms) you as well
Good overview of the pack. Thanks for showing yourself wearing the pack, something most RUclips reviews omit or ignore. For reference, how tall/big are you? That would help me determine how this pack would fit me.
Cheers.
+Ramus Sumar 5'10" 200lbs.
lol I have 2 of LA Police pack and I think great I might have to try one of those packs out if you think there that much better.
+Tony Wise thanks for watching Tony.
Mine will be here soon!
+Kal El Nice!
I would love to meet you one day will you be in nj soon
Nice review! Very well made pack, I have the ALICE Recon from them, quality is top notch. The only thing I wish both these packs had is the ability to lower the sternum chest straps. I noticed in both your videos the straps ride too high and cannot be lowered. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
+snakemonkey555 I agree, why the heck do they ride them so high. I might actually take them all the way off this pack.
+Living Survival Windering if you can take them off and relocate them a little lower. Because they ride so high I can't get the proper shoulder pad adjustment. I guess I was born with one of those weird shaped bodies.
+Living Survival Just had a brain fart, I was able to relocate the straps lower and now it it's much better than before. (This is on my ALICE Recon pack, not the one in this vid). At 0:42 of your video, I noticed loops at the end of the shoulder straps about an inch above your fingers. You can take those plastic clips right off the strapping and lower them beneath the loops. You can also lower the sternum straps on the ALICE Recon pack, it's not clips though. Give it a shot and see if it's any better for your frame.
+snakemonkey555 yep thanks!
Merry Christmas buddy
+edward houlton you 2!
great looking pack and nice size. Not have a admin pouch is kinda a downer.
+Real life EDC they make an admin insert that is pretty cool.
Oh I will have to check that out for sure.
Hey man I like that jacket a lot what's the name brand and style?
+doug sawyer condor.
Great job, as usual. Speaking of jackets, that one you have on in this video is sharp. Might be better looking than the SJ-3. Who makes it? Might have to go on my "after Christmas" list. 😏
+Greg Joram condor ... i have a review on it.
Nice little day pack bro
+DpKxREVO thanks brother.
That looks like a really good pack.
+Jeff Buzzard well made for sure.
Love the disclaimer, even on my small channel I get harassed the safety nuts.
+Nomad-76 just want to make sure i'm doing the right thing, thanks.
What color are you reviewing?
nice video, I subbed :) I love survival, I might do some vids of my own, and I think yours are great for me to learn from, and maybe get some ideas about what looks like a great place to film, outside :D
+CrazzayPanda thanks..let me know if you need some suggestions or help along the way :)
Living Survival thank you for replying! And I definitely will, thank you :D
Great review. Thanks and Subbed.
+K. Howe thanks bro, appreciate it
Might be gloomy in Michigan,but its pissed down in Edinburgh,Scotland for past month :-( Merry Christmas Mate :-)
+Russ B LOL, thanks, Merry Christmas to you as well.
Sweet pack
+Zach Firmstone thx Zach.
Very GQ pack I could wear that everyday.
+PREPFORIT yeah, looks good...feels good.
I like the is pack I think I'm going to buy it👍🏽
+Bad$Badger DO IT!
I just found this in my step dads closet didn’t even have to pay
a bit like the 5.11 rush 24
+Jon Ngwisha not really. 5.11 doesn't impress me much.
Living Survival really why I thought they were good quality why would u pick this over the 5:11 rush 24 ?
That pack is almost identical to the $29.00 LA Police gear pack. Just curious are you a troll or a yooper?
+Tony Wise Must be a troll. Much higher quality than the LA Police gear china pack.
Hey living survival my name is Bennett
+Bennett Derrico i see you.
just found my new day pack
+ronald carmichael jr great option.
+Living Survival I got mine 3 weeks I love it ,going to get a 2nd one for my truck bag
ronald carmichael jr Nice!
Are you serious with that WHITE cap? *Major survival/wilderness/camping sin.* I hope Dump Box paid you well to sell your survival SOUL and commit the ultimate wilderness transgression.
+Paracord Artistry i will bet i have done more camping, wilderness and survival than anyone in a white cap. so if you think its a sin think again.