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MAXPEDITION - Typhoon Backpack

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Created: Saturday, 14 May 2011 20:53

Based on the old Typhoon Gearslinger, which was based on a single strap design, it appears the design has been resurrected in backpack (2 strap) form. Since this size class is fairly taken care of by the Sitka and Noatak I can understand the concept to make it more like a traditional backpack to offer more small backpack options to Maxpedition's line. I suppose the Pygmy Falcon-II is the only other design that comes close currently.

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5.11 RUSH MOAB 10

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Created: Monday, 09 May 2011 16:52

If looking for something a little bigger than MOAB 6, mister MOAB 10 is the larger size of the 5.11 MOAB (Mobile Operation Attachment Bag) series. The overall layout is kinda like a backpack and a tactical log bag like the S.O. TECH Go Bag blended together. For those familiar with the Kodiak, the MOAB 10 size is overall similar, but with less depth offering a holding size between the Sitka and Kodiak. Being a single strap design, emphasis is put on ease for grab and go capability and being able to access while still worn. Attention to detail has been placed on the several parts of the pack including the main strap and inner front compartment dividers to offer enhanced ambidextrous usage.

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MAXPEDITION - Compact Range Bag

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Created: Friday, 06 May 2011 22:30

Maxpedition went a more specialized route on this pack design where hence the name the intent is to be a pistol range bag. The foundation is a shoulder bag setup with a cube-ish shape. A removable shoulder strap is included as seen on many Max packs, with their usual modular pad as well. Carry handles are up top as you might have expected which will get plenty of use. Since this type of bag has the possibility to get very heavy with ammo, it would have been nice to have the handle webbing go all the way around under the pack for added durability.

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5.11 RUSH MOAB 6

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Created: Thursday, 05 May 2011 22:02

Earlier this year 5.11 expanded their tactical pack line with the MOAB (Mobile Operation Attachment Bag) series, with the #6 here being the lil guy of the bunch. Since worn on the back, my first impression was the cube-ish shape was a little odd. I soon got over that by considering it like a shoulder bag that just happens to be best worn on one's back. The size certainly lends itself better as a GO-Bag as it can be stored easier in places such as under vehicle seats. Being an imported product, it won't have the same feel as US goods, but I think a good balance is made between quality and price. Most importantly it is made up to par to be used dependably in a tactical environment.

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Maxpedition Jumbo KISS

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Created: Tuesday, 01 March 2011 01:23

Maxpedition has had great success with the Jumbo series and thus continued to offer new variants to cater to more specific users. This semi new (heh my fault for being slow) KISS variant is specifically made to meet a lower price point by stripping down some features, yet while still keeping all the main capabilities that makes the Jumbo great. Don't worry the same great materials are used so there is no loss of structural quality.

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Hazard4 Plan-B modular sling pack

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Created: Tuesday, 28 September 2010 00:00

Originally seeing this bag back at shotshow, I finally got around to getting one for myself to beat up on. The general shape certainly brings memories of the S.O. TECH Go Bag, yet there are substantial changes that make the Plan-B unique and not just some half-assed copy. Before I go off into comparisons, let's go over pack concept. The main idea of having a pack in this tall and slim shape is to optimize it for stowing in vehicles. Rather than two straps, a single thick strap is used to enhance the grab and go capability. Although the Plan-B can hold a diverse array of items, it is still a specialty pack and won't be able to hold things like laptops or other wide items that many people may take for granted fitting in most backpacks.

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Maxpedition Noatak Gearslinger

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Created: Monday, 09 August 2010 20:27

Based on the Sitka, Maxpedition came out with this lil' guy to compliment the latest Gearslinger design format. The Noatak is the smallest so far and had me curious at first since the Sitka wasn't exactly huge. Don't worry I'll still go over the details, but the summary is the Noatak is pretty much a smaller Sitka without the upper front pocket. So you might be like me thinking, well what is the point?...Who needs a smaller Sitka? I can always find crap to fit in about any bag, but I found my answers in older Maxpedition designs.

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Maxpedition MPB XXL

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Created: Saturday, 15 May 2010 21:14

Overall DIMS: Approx 22" L x 12" W x 13" H

Maxpedition keeps the options coming with this new big boy MPB variant, the XXL. As you may have guessed from the name, it is a fairly large pack, similar to what some may expect out of a patrol bag. The layout is similar to the orignal MPB with an overall upsize to allow larger items such as 17" laptops to fit.

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Tactics SOG Industries - Jack Bag Gen2

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Created: Monday, 15 March 2010 21:33

http://www.tacticssog.com

DIMS: Approx 17" L x 13" H x 6" D

There are lots of messenger bags these days so it is always interesting to see how each place approaches the design concept. The Jack Bag Gen2, perhaps would be classified as medium sized, and has some tactical capabilities. Not sure if it was meant to be discreet looking... It doesn't scream military, however the exterior is not plain enough for covert use. For starters there is a big embroidered logo that says TACTICS with a target based symbol and then the PALS webbing on the side is not the lowest key. That aside, the bag has some good design features.

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Maxpedition Larkspur and Gleneagle Messenger Bags

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Created: Friday, 13 November 2009 02:46

Messenger bags have been around for a while and have certainly gained popularity for the past decade due to their simple yet diverse carry capability design. Teaming up with EGL (Extreme Gear Labs), Maxpedition now offers some unique variants to cater to the tactical and hard use markets. Currently 2 models are available; the Larkspur and the Gleneagle. Although the Larkspur is labeled as small I think most would consider it a beefy medium and the Gleneagle is labeled Large which it certainly is. Since both bags feature all the same core design features I have put them together for a dual review.

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MAXPEDITION - Gear Bag series (Jerobam, Methuselah, Balthazar)

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Created: Monday, 09 November 2009 01:20

This 3 bag series came about with the concept of simple general purpose shoulder bags. Quality is of course the usual high standards expected from Maxpedition, however pricing is more affordable by keeping extra pockets and compartments minimal. The three sizes covers a good spread of filling user needs so there is pretty much something for everyone. Whether it be holding tactical gear, electronics, paperwork, or whatever, this gear bag series is quite adaptable.

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Maxpedition Duffel Load Out Series: Baron, Imperial, Sovreign

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Created: Monday, 19 October 2009 19:10

SPECS:
Baron - 22” L x 10” W x 9” H, approx. 1500 cu. in. (PALS 3 rows, 6 channels)
Imperial - 28” L x 13” W x 12” H, approx. 3500 cu. in. (PALS 3 rows, 8 channels)
Sovreign - 32” L x 15” W x 14” H, approx. 5000 cu. in. (PALS 3 rows, 10 channels)

Been a hard user and looking for something that is closer to a heavy duty sack rather than being overly fancy with pockets? Look no further than the Maxpedition Duffel Load Out Series.

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