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I'm looking for a good to high quality made in the USA bag. After doing a bit of research I've come across a few companies that offer bags in $85-$200 range. Would love if anyone had feedback on any of these bags/cocompanies
Voodoo Tactical
Sandpiper of California
SpecOps Brand
Patriot Outfitters
main purpose of the bag would be for emergency preparedness or bug out.
Thanks for the feedback
If it helps, have a Voodoo Tactical range bag for my wife. Awesome bag, very well made. I wish they made the identical bag in a larger size.
Kifaru
Tactical Tailor
Mystery Ranch
I use a surplus CFP-90 in woodland camo. Some call it a "Ranger" pack. Two packs in one as a smaller patrol pack piggybacks on the larger pack. Just make sure you buy a genuine US mil surplus pack. Check inside for a tag that has a NSN (national stock number). The genuine only come in woodland that I have ever seen. This is the only US issued pack that can actually contain the modular sleeping system.
Review here:
http://www.campingsurvivalgearreview...90-field-pack/
You might also check out www.originalsoegear.com . Seems to be pretty durable so far and I'll admit not being very gentle with gear bags.
Badger
Lifetime warranty, and awesome stuff... https://www.goruck.com/Gear
I mostly stick with my old Army gear.Hasn't failed me yet..
You can find them fairly cheap at any surplus store and most definitly made in the good ole U.S.A.!!
I thought Sandpiper was made in China. Spec Ops us good stuff, made in USA. Check the clearance section of their website for some good deals.
If your budget is limited to $200, I'd look at Spec Ops. Kifaru and Mystery Ranch are great, but expensive.
I've been looking at selling my current pack and picking up an ILBE.Quote:
Originally Posted by zteknik
+1 for the ilbe, I have used mine on my last two camping trips, with the assault pack attached I haul all my clothes and gear including tent, pad and bag for a 3 day trip with plenty of room to spare.Quote:
Originally Posted by blacklabel
+1 on this. I have the GR1 and fantastic doesn't begin to describe it.Quote:
Originally Posted by drift_g35
The GR1 from GoRuck is definitely attractive in both style and price.
It'd be nice if some of these companies would make a line that didn't look like the user just walked off the set of Zero Dark Thirty II. Must every square inch of a bag be covered with webbing to make it usable?!
Lol, quoted for truth.Quote:
Originally Posted by hatidua
I tend to agree. Another reason I'm leaning towards GoRuckQuote:
Originally Posted by hatidua
I think the Voodoo bags are nicely made at a bit less expensive price. I have a couple of them. One of this forum's industry partners, Rapid Fire Bunker, carries a nice selection of Voodoo bags.
I think you'd be surprised at how quickly shit gear falls apart in real world use. Range trips, car camping, day hikes and trips to the zoo are one thing. Is it going to last in the long run with heavy loads in abusive environments? If day range trips and car camping are your standard then by all means purchase accordingly.
Packs I have personally used or teammates have used and would recommend: kifaru, mystery ranch, London Bridge, Ares Gear, Kelty, Eagle industries, ats. Goruck and tactical tailor.
Picked up a Voodoo about 4-5 years ago and the zipper on the internal storage pouch failed after about a years worth of minimal usage. Not happy since they only have a one year warranty.
I like Eberlestock
Me too. I have the G4 Operator and it is phenomenal, albeit heavy (9.5# empty if I recal) and out of the OP's original price range.Quote:
Originally Posted by dwalker460
I also have a Sandpiper pack (the "Bugout" I think). It's been really good but I haven't used it for anything much beyond 2-3 day travel trips. I've taken it truck camping a few times as well but it never got abused on those trips. I've had it for about 2 years now and haven't had any problems with it. It's comfortable and packs well. The waist belt is useless to me (I'm a skinny bestard) so it's always tucked away.
I also had a Condor 3-day assault pack for awhile. It was nice but I thought the interior was a little cheap and for whatever reason, would always make my back hurt after an hour or so (pack weight usually hovered around 30#).
I'm actually thinking about replacing the sandpiper with the exact same bag but in a different color. For the price, I think it's GTG, but I can't find any labeling in it on whether it's USA made or not. If I didn't go that route, I'd likely just get a Camelbak Motherlode or Linchpin and call it a day.
With all that said however, the Eberlestock would be my first choice for a BOB. I think it would really depend on your load-out though. Carrying 20 lbs of gear vs 50 lbs makes a huge difference in pack selection.