I own this pack and have made multiple global trips with it. The importance of the side stash for the hip belt for me is that it enables an excellent way to package the bag for being checked baggage on an airplane. I have old backpacking packs I traveled with and would always fight with tucking the hip belt away before flying. This pack totally removed that issue for me. I reverse the shoulder straps around and secure them with the cinch straps and it allows it to travel like a normal duffel bag. Perfect for me.
Absolutely Great Information Lloyd! Thank You VERY Much For Sharing That! It's been quite some time since I've traveled abroad. Never even thought of these aspects of the pack. Thanks For Sharing This!
Awesome job that has become the standard for your videos. Strac looking pack, but mystery ranch gear usually is. Wanted to say thanks for the kick in the butt from last video, I had bought one or two little items from amazon because they were non critical items and overlooked the country of origin because of the price point. Never again, and again thanks for that. Still looking forward to running into ya one day in the field. Take care and keep praying sir...God bless
Thank you Nathan. I was falling in the same trap, saving money on non critical items. The events of the past year has really heightened my adamancy. I have also discovered not everyone lists country of manufacture on their websites. When in doubt, ask! I will continue to use the items I already have until I can replace them with a similar item manufactured by a favored country. We will have to try to plan something this summer. Thank you for your kind words and support brother! God bless!
@@boonedockery7220 recent events were a stark reminder of the things my father always preached and folks always called him paranoid. Thanks pops! Also would like to offer a morale patch one day..lol
Had to drag out my backpacks out of the closet and check them over after watching your video. They aren't used for hiking anymore but I can use them while fishing. More ways to carry gear to fish with and maybe make a meal while the cork bobbles.
This pack looks great. I think I will get it. However now the coyote brown version is 550$ and the multicam is 600$ even. The prices with inflation is crazy. I just bought two kifaru packs and one frame cuz the bags and frames sell separately and it cost me 2,100 roughly for them and for the set ups. The lids alone r 141$ per lid for each pack. I did get coyote brown and multicam for my two packs. But things r just getting too expensive. There r a few more bags to get like the komodo and some eberlestock vapor packs I want but I just have to call it quits soon from buying so many packs I have 20 some now. I'm a huge outdoors guy. I love gear so much especially packs. But everything is so spendy now. Thank you for ur videos they cheer me up. I have a hard life and health issues and I'm not down just need to escape into videos here and there. God bless ya bro. May God bring u more gear as long as its multicam!!!!!
I appreciate you comment Brother! Prices are going crazy these days. I have been very blessed by finding great deals on most of the gear I've acquired. I've been going through some very series stuff over the past several months, making it difficult or impossible for me to do much of anything with the channel. I'm hitting the woods this weekend so I should have a video up for you next week. Blessings be upon you Brother!
@@boonedockery7220 hey sir I just read your reply it took me a minute to get caught up with replies. If there is any specific prayer u need please tell me. I'd love to pray for u. I hope ur ok or gonna be ok. It sounds like u have like u said serious stuff going on . If u want prayer let me know. I like to ask first or ask for specific topics of prayer. God bless u brother.
Fine pack! I would rather not have the inside pockets: the ones in my packs had a tendency to snag stuff as I was loading up. BUT they did help with verticle separation of whatever I was carrying on the sides inside. Now to check out the 'Follow Me' patch. I'm guessing it has a lot to do with having a moral compass.
First of all, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. Thank you for commenting! I have used the Komodo quite a lot over the years and for a medium pack/72 hour pack, it has performed very well and it's construction is incredible. Mystery Ranch packs are expensive, however, they are a life long investment. I will be long dead before this pack fails it's next owner! Have a great day! Cheers!
I apologize for the extremely late reply! I would have to say that hip pads can only help. I have several MR packs and all of them are very comfortable! Like anything, if it works, stick with it! I don't own a Coulee but it looks like an outstanding design. I hope you have a great day!
I prefer it to a three day pack. If you don't need all the space it compresses beautifully! If you need it, you've got it. The price is high, I have to be honest. However, I believe (especially at my age) it's a lifetime investment. My grand kids will be able to use my packs when they are in there teens well into adulthood if they choose. For me, it's the perfect summer pack.
I ordered both and am returning the 3 DAP. The Komodo is such a good size, perfect medium between ruck and assault pack. The 3 DAP is way smaller than I thought it’d be.
@@Blackordercollectables Craig, I have often wondered what exactly the manufacturers feel should go into a 3-day pack. Three days in the wilderness is a lot of stuff for the average Joe. Military? They have specialized equipment and provisions based on a minimalistic load. I personally feel the Komodo, is a 3-day pack. That being said, It's a 3-day pack for warm weather.
@@boonedockery7220 I agree, but… I am military and live very minimalistic when out in the wilderness so I think this could be a 4-5 day pack easily. Unless, like you said, it’s a cold weather scenario. Then it’s be about a 3 day pick for me.
Those are Mystery Ranch Load Cells. I love them! I use them nearly every time I hit the woods! They seam expensive when you see the price, however they are made every bit as hard core as any pack Mystery Ranch manufactures. I've been using mine for more than 8 years now and they still look like new. Here is a link. www.mysteryranch.com/nice-load-cell
DANG! Years ago I bought one of Mystery Ranches largest pack (The Wolf Pack) in Multicam For $750 just the main compartment had a larger capacity than the Komodo. As a matter of fact I can put the fully loaded Komodo inside the main compartment. There just ain't enough pack there to justify buying it at $650. I completely understand why it's that expensive, but with what we are facing in the near future, we have to make our 65cents (aka $1.00) go as far as we can.
Agreed Completely James! I only received mine due to the kindness of a friend that let me purchase it less than half price. Even at that, I had to make payments. "IF" someone were to want to save up for one of these packs, it would (in my humble opinion) be worth the price. Between the quality and warrantee it would last most people the rest of their lives.
@@boonedockery7220 yes and Amazon has an Alice pack for 64.00!!! more my price range lol and Esty has Alice with frame for $72.85 USD Made of water-repellent 420 denier military nylon duck. External three large quick opening cargo pockets & three small. 1 inside radio compartment with cinch buckle. 1 Velcro® closing pocket in the pack's top flap. External attachment points for extra gear / pouches. Internal straps to shorten pack if total volume not necessary. Measures 22" x 20" x 19". 65L in. capacity. Capacity 25 to 35 kg load. Main Pack Comes in Olive Drab. Straps Olive Weight 2.75 Kg Made in the United States
@@badhat3051 I've seen several new takes on the ALICE pack. Quite a few people have seen the simple brilliance of design of the frame and the pack. Just a few modifications.... Presto! New Pack! Ready for patrolling. I'm going to revisit my rucksack roots!
@@boonedockery7220 I started out with an M1945 ruck back in 1953 kept it till 1969 bought a pack and frame from Walmart for 25.00 kept it till 1980 and bought my Ailce with frame wore out the bag and rebuilt the bag in 1990 me and the rebuilt are still crusein but now that have hit 76 not so much crusein... lol told the wife I was going camping were to she said Back yard I said, and pitched up in the back yard brewed up a cupa had a meal tucked in and slept like a log... lol
@@badhat3051 I am so glad you shared this reply for multiple reasons! First of all I immediately did a quick search for the M1945. I also searched the Korean era under pack and learned this combo was used heavily in Vietnam prior to the introduction of its replacement. I LOVE researching this stuff! I unfortunately don't know when to stop.... While doing another search for a different video project, I found a contemporary design that looks like a large version of the M1945. It has M.O.L.L.E. webbing added to the exterior and utilized the A.L.I.C.E. frame. After reading this I think I might have to pick one up. I love the idea of drawing from the successes of past designs to create common sense products for the future. ALSO,,,,, I LOVED you sharing the Back Yard Camp Out with me!!!!!! That Made My NIGHT!!!! Thanks so much for your replies, I really appreciate them!!!
Fantastic information. Just chatted with a Marine a few weeks ago that said his unit got to test out some Mystery Ranch Packs and they loved them!
LUCKY!!!!!!!!😉😀👍
I own this pack and have made multiple global trips with it. The importance of the side stash for the hip belt for me is that it enables an excellent way to package the bag for being checked baggage on an airplane. I have old backpacking packs I traveled with and would always fight with tucking the hip belt away before flying. This pack totally removed that issue for me. I reverse the shoulder straps around and secure them with the cinch straps and it allows it to travel like a normal duffel bag. Perfect for me.
Absolutely Great Information Lloyd! Thank You VERY Much For Sharing That! It's been quite some time since I've traveled abroad. Never even thought of these aspects of the pack. Thanks For Sharing This!
EXCELLENT reviews! You answer so many questions and do us all a great service!
THANK YOU!
Thank you very much Mike! I really appreciate that!
Awesome job that has become the standard for your videos. Strac looking pack, but mystery ranch gear usually is. Wanted to say thanks for the kick in the butt from last video, I had bought one or two little items from amazon because they were non critical items and overlooked the country of origin because of the price point. Never again, and again thanks for that. Still looking forward to running into ya one day in the field. Take care and keep praying sir...God bless
Thank you Nathan. I was falling in the same trap, saving money on non critical items. The events of the past year has really heightened my adamancy. I have also discovered not everyone lists country of manufacture on their websites. When in doubt, ask! I will continue to use the items I already have until I can replace them with a similar item manufactured by a favored country.
We will have to try to plan something this summer. Thank you for your kind words and support brother! God bless!
@@boonedockery7220 recent events were a stark reminder of the things my father always preached and folks always called him paranoid. Thanks pops! Also would like to offer a morale patch one day..lol
Had to drag out my backpacks out of the closet and check them over after watching your video. They aren't used for hiking anymore but I can use them while fishing. More ways to carry gear to fish with and maybe make a meal while the cork bobbles.
You can always find a use for a good backpack!😉😀👍
ah. just got a komodo dragon. thank you for the review it helps a lot!
I really like mine! I think it's a great Mid-sized pack! I'm thankful you found the video helpful!
Those rubberized reusable twist ties you see at home improvement stores is fantastic at holding the handles of large water bottles
Great Tip My Friend! I'll be picking some up and permanently adding them to my Komodo Kit! Thank You!
This pack looks great. I think I will get it. However now the coyote brown version is 550$ and the multicam is 600$ even. The prices with inflation is crazy. I just bought two kifaru packs and one frame cuz the bags and frames sell separately and it cost me 2,100 roughly for them and for the set ups. The lids alone r 141$ per lid for each pack. I did get coyote brown and multicam for my two packs. But things r just getting too expensive. There r a few more bags to get like the komodo and some eberlestock vapor packs I want but I just have to call it quits soon from buying so many packs I have 20 some now. I'm a huge outdoors guy. I love gear so much especially packs. But everything is so spendy now. Thank you for ur videos they cheer me up. I have a hard life and health issues and I'm not down just need to escape into videos here and there. God bless ya bro. May God bring u more gear as long as its multicam!!!!!
I appreciate you comment Brother! Prices are going crazy these days. I have been very blessed by finding great deals on most of the gear I've acquired. I've been going through some very series stuff over the past several months, making it difficult or impossible for me to do much of anything with the channel. I'm hitting the woods this weekend so I should have a video up for you next week. Blessings be upon you Brother!
@@boonedockery7220 hey sir I just read your reply it took me a minute to get caught up with replies. If there is any specific prayer u need please tell me. I'd love to pray for u. I hope ur ok or gonna be ok. It sounds like u have like u said serious stuff going on . If u want prayer let me know. I like to ask first or ask for specific topics of prayer. God bless u brother.
Fine pack! I would rather not have the inside pockets: the ones in my packs had a tendency to snag stuff as I was loading up. BUT they did help with verticle separation of whatever I was carrying on the sides inside. Now to check out the 'Follow Me' patch. I'm guessing it has a lot to do with having a moral compass.
Oh If I could Afford To Have My Dream Pack Custom Made for Me!!!!😉
Would you like one of the "Follow Me" patches? I'd be happy to send you one.
@@boonedockery7220 Sounds fine: to me @ 350 Portico Way, Charlottesville, VA 22911 Apt. 310
Thank you for the awesome video!
Great and informative video as always brother John !! Thank you for the info!! God bless brother 🙂❤🙏👍👍✝️🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂
Thanks and God Bless You Brother jay!
This is my go to assault pack.
You are a wise individual!😉😀👍
@@boonedockery7220 lol I’m obsessed with these bags. I just bought the BlackJack80. The bags the army issues nowadays don’t really cut it.
Great video. Very informative. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day.
Thank you very much! I hope you have a great day as well!
Nice informative video mate. thumbs up and subscribe!
First of all, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. Thank you for commenting! I have used the Komodo quite a lot over the years and for a medium pack/72 hour pack, it has performed very well and it's construction is incredible. Mystery Ranch packs are expensive, however, they are a life long investment. I will be long dead before this pack fails it's next owner! Have a great day! Cheers!
Another great video!
Thank You!
Great video as always Mr T! Hope youre doing well.
Thank you Dakota. I am and i hope you are as well!
@@boonedockery7220 Thats great to hear! I am good as well, have been very busy!
Great channel 👍
Thank You VERY MUCH Sgt. G! Which Branch Of The Military Did You Serve? Or is it Law Enforcement? Regardless, Thank You For Your Service! God Bless!
Id like to see how hip belts help or if they are just a extra pad. I've refuse to give up my MR coulee40 because it's so darn comfortable.
I apologize for the extremely late reply!
I would have to say that hip pads can only help. I have several MR packs and all of them are very comfortable! Like anything, if it works, stick with it! I don't own a Coulee but it looks like an outstanding design. I hope you have a great day!
Is this bag ok for carry-on in airlines?
I would say if it falls in the dimensions guidelines, yes. there are two smaller models of this pack that would probably be better as a carry-on.
Good video
Thank you very much Dakota!
I’m conflicted with this bag vs the 3 day assault pack.
I prefer it to a three day pack. If you don't need all the space it compresses beautifully! If you need it, you've got it. The price is high, I have to be honest. However, I believe (especially at my age) it's a lifetime investment. My grand kids will be able to use my packs when they are in there teens well into adulthood if they choose. For me, it's the perfect summer pack.
I ordered both and am returning the 3 DAP. The Komodo is such a good size, perfect medium between ruck and assault pack. The 3 DAP is way smaller than I thought it’d be.
@@Blackordercollectables Craig, I have often wondered what exactly the manufacturers feel should go into a 3-day pack. Three days in the wilderness is a lot of stuff for the average Joe. Military? They have specialized equipment and provisions based on a minimalistic load. I personally feel the Komodo, is a 3-day pack. That being said, It's a 3-day pack for warm weather.
@@boonedockery7220 I agree, but… I am military and live very minimalistic when out in the wilderness so I think this could be a 4-5 day pack easily. Unless, like you said, it’s a cold weather scenario. Then it’s be about a 3 day pick for me.
What are those bags you used to carry your gear inside the pack? Thanks!
Those are Mystery Ranch Load Cells. I love them! I use them nearly every time I hit the woods! They seam expensive when you see the price, however they are made every bit as hard core as any pack Mystery Ranch manufactures. I've been using mine for more than 8 years now and they still look like new. Here is a link.
www.mysteryranch.com/nice-load-cell
It’s $650 for camo now. Thanks, Biden.
DANG! Years ago I bought one of Mystery Ranches largest pack (The Wolf Pack) in Multicam For $750 just the main compartment had a larger capacity than the Komodo. As a matter of fact I can put the fully loaded Komodo inside the main compartment. There just ain't enough pack there to justify buying it at $650. I completely understand why it's that expensive, but with what we are facing in the near future, we have to make our 65cents (aka $1.00) go as far as we can.
Too many can't afford this. Good idea bad timing
Agreed Completely James! I only received mine due to the kindness of a friend that let me purchase it less than half price. Even at that, I had to make payments. "IF" someone were to want to save up for one of these packs, it would (in my humble opinion) be worth the price. Between the quality and warrantee it would last most people the rest of their lives.
Sorry but I guess i'm a cheap skate but 400.00 bucks US is just completely ridiculous
Mystery Ranch has one called the Blackjack 100. In Multicam, it's $999.00!!!!!!!!😳😳😳
@@boonedockery7220 yes and Amazon has an Alice pack for 64.00!!! more my price range lol and Esty has Alice with frame for $72.85 USD
Made of water-repellent 420 denier military nylon duck.
External three large quick opening cargo pockets & three small.
1 inside radio compartment with cinch buckle.
1 Velcro® closing pocket in the pack's top flap.
External attachment points for extra gear / pouches.
Internal straps to shorten pack if total volume not necessary.
Measures 22" x 20" x 19".
65L in. capacity.
Capacity 25 to 35 kg load.
Main Pack Comes in Olive Drab.
Straps Olive
Weight 2.75 Kg
Made in the United States
@@badhat3051 I've seen several new takes on the ALICE pack. Quite a few people have seen the simple brilliance of design of the frame and the pack. Just a few modifications.... Presto! New Pack! Ready for patrolling. I'm going to revisit my rucksack roots!
@@boonedockery7220 I started out with an M1945 ruck back in 1953 kept it till 1969 bought a pack and frame from Walmart for 25.00 kept it till 1980 and bought my Ailce with frame wore out the bag and rebuilt the bag in 1990 me and the rebuilt are still crusein but now that have hit 76 not so much crusein... lol told the wife I was going camping were to she said Back yard I said, and pitched up in the back yard brewed up a cupa had a meal tucked in and slept like a log... lol
@@badhat3051 I am so glad you shared this reply for multiple reasons! First of all I immediately did a quick search for the M1945. I also searched the Korean era under pack and learned this combo was used heavily in Vietnam prior to the introduction of its replacement. I LOVE researching this stuff! I unfortunately don't know when to stop.... While doing another search for a different video project, I found a contemporary design that looks like a large version of the M1945. It has M.O.L.L.E. webbing added to the exterior and utilized the A.L.I.C.E. frame. After reading this I think I might have to pick one up. I love the idea of drawing from the successes of past designs to create common sense products for the future. ALSO,,,,, I LOVED you sharing the Back Yard Camp Out with me!!!!!! That Made My NIGHT!!!! Thanks so much for your replies, I really appreciate them!!!