16:05 My friend, you and I are mixed-handed! You might already know that, but I ALSO used to always say I was 'kind of left-handed' or that I wasn't actually ambidexterous before I learned about cross-dominance!
That's me completely. I do most things right handed, however things like bags and slings I carry left handed. I kick a rugby ball right footed, however I ride a skateboard/surfboard goofy with my right foot forward. I do a wee bit of boxing sparring and I have a southpaw stance, however my right hand is my strongest... but definitely don't consider myself as ambidextrous. I just thought it was a result of being dropped too many times as a baby 😆 Growing up in the 80s that was perfectly fine for parents to do
I bought one in earth green secondhand, just arrived today. It does literally look brand new, not even the slightest loose strings anywhere. I took around the city going into buildings, for lunch, on the train, into the pub. For a 30l, whcih I never had before (always been a compact pack guy), it is very comfy albeit big on my 5'8" frame. But i think just a matter of getting used to it. Then this video popped up and boy am I glad I got this one. The candidates were 1. This 2. Aer travel pack 3 small 3. Incase Via travel pack 4. Black ember forge expandable 5. Haimplanet transit travel pack
Hi Norman. Thanks for commenting. You're list is a great list for sure. There's some amazing backpacks there. I 100% agree with everything above. Able Carry have worked some witchcraft on this pack. Have a great weekend
Ha ha ha... Love it when the actual product lives up to the hype. Its so satisfying 😂 I'm keeping my fingers crossed for more travelling with work next year too
Scott, I couldn't agree more. I'm a huge fan of military style bags as they have grab handles everywhere, however have an office safe pack like this, with grab handles all over for travelling is a God send. The Max is a clear winner on my bag top 10. Hope you're well fella, thanks for commenting
@@MoorlanderEDC For those who throw their bag into the front passenger seat, you want to grab it from whatever angle it's at. Bags with an extra handle are so easy to grab and drag. Not a huge deal, but one of those little things that you really appreciate in day to day use.
100% agree. Also really useful for overhead luggage too on planes. Everybody always seems to be in a mad rush to get off, and your bags moved and you can't grab it. So much easier with packs like this
Hi, for a couple of months i haven't be able to decide between Able Carry Max or GR1 26L, since the main compartment in this one is supposed to be 25L, in your real experience with both bags how does it feel the capacity? The amount of stuff it holds is similar enough or the Able Carry Max fits way less stuff? Sorry if my english is rubbish, is not my first language. Even if you're not able to answer my question I'll let you know that i've seen a lot of bags reviews and yours are one of the most useful/clear overall and that's helpful enough. Thank you, hope you keep doing good.
Hi Alejandro. I think the Max feels like it holds more. The Max way more organisation over the GR1. I guess it depends how you're using it. Box bags are great for travelling and EDC, however there's way more options on how to use the Max in day to day life. The main compartment may be 25ltrs however the laptop isn't in there, and other items can be store elsewhere so you're using other areas to help move your items around. The organisation can be used more intelligently, if that makes sense Also, your English is brilliant and something you should be proud of. The only way I'd be able to speak your first tongue would be with Google Translate. Thanks for watching my friend. I'd love to hear which pack you eventually go for
Thanks for sharing your passion...I found about that bag too late but it fits most of my criteria at first sight...but having bought so many other bags from various company at all prices at that dont feel as complete (some i have not tested in the field yet) , i think this Able Carry Max would have been a very good investment...THis bag seems like the complete package... I chose a different approach with a EDC in my larger travel bag.
HI Joe. The Max has very quickly cemented its place as a very well respected bag. I'd love to hear which other pack you went for. I'm a massive bag nerd and love hearing about packs others have opted for. Hope you're having a great weekend
@@MoorlanderEDC Well, i kinda was hoping you would say that :) Most happy to share. i found some stuff discounted online the Cabinzero miltary 44L (navy blue) for 63 euros both 28L and 36L were sadly out of stock at the time, it has very good straps and a lot of space since there is no divider...it is mostly one giant compartiment. I think the 28L can be enough for most people i have the Tropicfeel Cruiser backpack which is foldable for everyday carry and the sling bag Venturesafe X from Pacsafe which i really like. (it even fits my foldable backpack and my 12.4 samsung tablet) My last backpack is the Hedgren Keyed HMID07 which i have yet to take on a short trip 3 to 5 Days since it s only a 20L at most :/ but it has a clamshell design...and looks cool if i can fit everything i need (i found it in a shop around 75€) this is the one i am the most eager to travel with.... My other backpack are less travell oriented. and more business (Tumi alpha bravo backpack) I have bought the Venture safe X24 (which is supposed to be a 24 L but it feels like a 15L bag and this thing is huge/heavy and makes me sweat easily.... i am not sold on this one despite security features and it has a very peculiar look (which i like but not happy with the small capacity) I forgot...At Decathlon in France, i bought a FORCLAZ protective cover that serves both as a rain cover and protective cover that can be keylocked if you have to put your bag in the cargo airplane for instance.
Great video and overview as normal. Been looking for something like this so perfect timing. Often travel for 1 or 2 nights on business looks just right. Thanks again.
Amazing, thank you so much for this video. We always see bag reviews etc which are all great but 2 weeks of use doesnt justify spending this much on a bag (alot of things can go wrong after say a 3-6 months of use compared to the 2 weeks) But yeah the extensive use reviews are the most helpful. How tall are you if you dont mind me asking just so that i can get an idea for size comparison with myself
Thanks PP. I think if I had more time I'd do more follow up content. You're spot on with the 3 to 6 months bit. It's great to let's bags wearing in and really know every inch of them. When possible I try and test packs out for 6 to 8 weeks before I make content. I'm 5'10" by the way 🤟
Never heard of this bag before and it looks absolutely class. Shame it gets shipped from the US though as i also previously looked at the Vertx Gamut 2.0 but the shipping fees along with whatever tax fees they fancy adding on is normally extortionate. We need more UK firms like Tactree to start stocking this as they do 5.11 and Viktos etc. Great review again though mate, much appreciated!
100000% agree. My issue is when you do the USD to pound conversion you can buy a US bag for £200 from the US... But if you buy the same bag from the UK, its costs £350. I'd love a TAD Gear bag but they're nearly twice the price. I don't get why they double in price when they cross the Atlantic. If it helps buddy, use the Amazon app and change your location to the US. With the international trade agreement we can buy anything that's £135 or less and not have to pay import duties. Amazon will deliver most things from the US to the UK for next to nothing. I just bought a new watch from the US 50% less than it costs in the UK, and there was no postage or import duties. Its not even a weird loop hole. Amazon are more than happy with it. The app even tells you the postage and duties costs if it over £135... Peoe just don't know you can do it. Hope that helps buddy
@@MoorlanderEDC Thanks mate. Had no idea about that but will deffo take a look. I ordered a t-shirt once which i had no idea was coming from the states and the tax on it was twice the price i paid for the shirt its absolutely crazy.
Not changes at all... I love this bag. Able Carry are one of my favourite bag companies and if you're thinking of picking one up I'd highly recommend it. I think they've also recently released a ripstoo version that slightly lighter this these XPAC versions 🤙
@@MoorlanderEDC Thanks for reply Amigo! Also if it's of interest they're supposed to be releasing a new Max backpack later in the year. (I emailed them a question about colors and got that in response lmao)
@@jacobkry Basically; "asking about the camo colorway (it's not returning, sad) and if they heard the 'revision max bag requests'- They didn't give an exact date other than by "last quarter of the year"-AbleCarrySupportEmail. My guess is the end of this year or early next, no idea when they're releasing the announcement though. Still really hyped and praying they don't change their minds. lmao
Great review of a great bag, I was torn between the Max and the Daily and eventually decided on the Daily, which I use everyday for work and love it, but I am really tempted still to get the Max, is it a waste having both? The import & shipping costs are putting me off as that takes it up to a hefty price here in the UK.
Hi Lloyd, I'd say if you really want to then do it... That's the 'live life to it's full' side of me. I've not used the Daily however hear great things about it. If you're really only going to use the both for the same things, having the two bags might be a bit much. Do you need the extra space of the Max over the Daily? Hope this helps 👍
@@MoorlanderEDC Thanks for your reply, could probably live with just the daily, but once I have a laptop in there, there’s not much room for my iPad & lunch and other EDC, okay, you’ve convinced me to get it lol, now to decide what colour, normal black like always or that earth colour looks nice…
That black is awesome. The green has a strange effect with the light. At different times of the day is almost changes the shade of green. I was sent the green on early last year as a review model. They're both great choices
@@MoorlanderEDC so I finally bit the bullet and purchased the Max, wish that I had got this originally over the daily, absolute beast, love the material, perfect size for me, and lots of storage. Went with the black colour, just waiting for my Alpaka Elements Tech Pouch to arrive and I am all set 👍
Since you do compare bags, I am wondering how this might compare against the Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack? In usable size or any other notable differences?
Thanks for the review, it looks awesome. I don't think you mentioned the price. Was that a conscious decision?! Also, is this one that has to be imported from the US? As a UK reviewer, it would be helpful to mention price and whether there are any UK stockists. I have bought from the US before, but often get stung with import duties that add a significant amount! UPS tried to charge £50 for a wallet I bought from Trayvax!! Keep up the great content.
Hey Rob. That's a fair point. I completely forgot to mention the price. These are made and sold from Hong Kong at $260 USD (which I think is about £190). There's a postage calculator on their website that give the price for delivery. Now that we're on the international trade agreement tariffs, anything purchased from abroad that's £135 or less shouldn't have any import duties attached. Certainly a Trayvax wallet shouldn't have been charged for. Its definitely worth trying to claim that back if you have been charged. Or check Mukama.com... They're here in Europe so postage will be way less and quicker. I find Mukama is a gold mine for international stuff that's closer to home. Hope that helps my friend 👍 have a cracking week
Hi Nicholas. I'm confident it is as I've flown with this as carry on twice now without any issues. Although, I haven't flown into the US with it. It's designed to be a carye one travel bag so I'd assume so. I'd double check the TSA dimensions with the dimensions on the Able Carry site just in case though. I'm reasonably confident it's fine though. My two flights through Europe it wasn't even checked. They eye balled if and passed it through no questions asked. Hope that helps buddy
Hey Pawel, not yet my friend however I'd love to make some content on the Evergood backpacks. I've admired them from a distance and always wanted to own own. There'll definitely be content on one in the future. Do you own the CPL 24v2?
@@MoorlanderEDC Yes, I have the CPL24v2, the best backpack so far for me. It has always annoyed me that the backpack is not standing, but overturning. The CPL solved this problem. I was wondering between the Able Carry Max and the CPL24v2. I chose the CPL because you can attach a patch to it.
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Seeing this years later and still: Nice review, man!
Thinking about getting one but I might like the simplicity of the Cordura option better. 👌
Glad you enjoyed the content my friend 🤙
16:05 My friend, you and I are mixed-handed! You might already know that, but I ALSO used to always say I was 'kind of left-handed' or that I wasn't actually ambidexterous before I learned about cross-dominance!
That's me completely. I do most things right handed, however things like bags and slings I carry left handed. I kick a rugby ball right footed, however I ride a skateboard/surfboard goofy with my right foot forward. I do a wee bit of boxing sparring and I have a southpaw stance, however my right hand is my strongest... but definitely don't consider myself as ambidextrous. I just thought it was a result of being dropped too many times as a baby 😆 Growing up in the 80s that was perfectly fine for parents to do
I bought one in earth green secondhand, just arrived today. It does literally look brand new, not even the slightest loose strings anywhere.
I took around the city going into buildings, for lunch, on the train, into the pub. For a 30l, whcih I never had before (always been a compact pack guy), it is very comfy albeit big on my 5'8" frame. But i think just a matter of getting used to it.
Then this video popped up and boy am I glad I got this one.
The candidates were
1. This
2. Aer travel pack 3 small
3. Incase Via travel pack
4. Black ember forge expandable
5. Haimplanet transit travel pack
Hi Norman. Thanks for commenting. You're list is a great list for sure. There's some amazing backpacks there. I 100% agree with everything above. Able Carry have worked some witchcraft on this pack. Have a great weekend
Yay!! Another Moorlander Video to make Sunday evening complete. Keep it up matey
You're a good man Thor. Hope you're well and soldiering on my friend
Great to find a uk bag nerd making great content. Looking forward to future videos and catching up on past content.
Love to fly my Bag Nerd Flag. Proud for all to see. Welcome to Moorlander EDC my friend 😊
I preordered it without ever touching it. I knew it looked awesome and it is! Would like to be able to finally travel with it.
Ha ha ha... Love it when the actual product lives up to the hype. Its so satisfying 😂 I'm keeping my fingers crossed for more travelling with work next year too
Side grab handle. Love it. IDK why more bags don't have this.
Scott, I couldn't agree more. I'm a huge fan of military style bags as they have grab handles everywhere, however have an office safe pack like this, with grab handles all over for travelling is a God send. The Max is a clear winner on my bag top 10. Hope you're well fella, thanks for commenting
@@MoorlanderEDC For those who throw their bag into the front passenger seat, you want to grab it from whatever angle it's at. Bags with an extra handle are so easy to grab and drag. Not a huge deal, but one of those little things that you really appreciate in day to day use.
100% agree. Also really useful for overhead luggage too on planes. Everybody always seems to be in a mad rush to get off, and your bags moved and you can't grab it. So much easier with packs like this
Hi, for a couple of months i haven't be able to decide between Able Carry Max or GR1 26L, since the main compartment in this one is supposed to be 25L, in your real experience with both bags how does it feel the capacity? The amount of stuff it holds is similar enough or the Able Carry Max fits way less stuff?
Sorry if my english is rubbish, is not my first language.
Even if you're not able to answer my question I'll let you know that i've seen a lot of bags reviews and yours are one of the most useful/clear overall and that's helpful enough. Thank you, hope you keep doing good.
Hi Alejandro. I think the Max feels like it holds more. The Max way more organisation over the GR1. I guess it depends how you're using it. Box bags are great for travelling and EDC, however there's way more options on how to use the Max in day to day life. The main compartment may be 25ltrs however the laptop isn't in there, and other items can be store elsewhere so you're using other areas to help move your items around. The organisation can be used more intelligently, if that makes sense
Also, your English is brilliant and something you should be proud of. The only way I'd be able to speak your first tongue would be with Google Translate.
Thanks for watching my friend. I'd love to hear which pack you eventually go for
From your understanding which is the most comfortable EDC backpack? Able carry? Thank you
Without a shadow of doubt. They're great packs and very comfortable. I'd then say followed by GORUCK and Osprey
Great Content!!
Thank you. Your channel really was an inspiration of mine to get into UA-cam and making my own content 🤜🤛 thank you for watching
Thanks for sharing your passion...I found about that bag too late but it fits most of my criteria at first sight...but having bought so many other bags from various company at all prices at that dont feel as complete (some i have not tested in the field yet) , i think this Able Carry Max would have been a very good investment...THis bag seems like the complete package...
I chose a different approach with a EDC in my larger travel bag.
HI Joe. The Max has very quickly cemented its place as a very well respected bag. I'd love to hear which other pack you went for. I'm a massive bag nerd and love hearing about packs others have opted for. Hope you're having a great weekend
@@MoorlanderEDC
Well, i kinda was hoping you would say that :)
Most happy to share.
i found some stuff discounted online the Cabinzero miltary 44L (navy blue) for 63 euros both 28L and 36L were sadly out of stock at the time, it has very good straps and a lot of space since there is no divider...it is mostly one giant compartiment.
I think the 28L can be enough for most people
i have the Tropicfeel Cruiser backpack which is foldable for everyday carry and the sling bag Venturesafe X from Pacsafe which i really like. (it even fits my foldable backpack and my 12.4 samsung tablet)
My last backpack is the Hedgren Keyed HMID07 which i have yet to take on a short trip 3 to 5 Days since it s only a 20L at most :/ but it has a clamshell design...and looks cool if i can fit everything i need (i found it in a shop around 75€)
this is the one i am the most eager to travel with....
My other backpack are less travell oriented. and more business (Tumi alpha bravo backpack)
I have bought the Venture safe X24 (which is supposed to be a 24 L but it feels like a 15L bag and this thing is huge/heavy and makes me sweat easily....
i am not sold on this one despite security features and it has a very peculiar look (which i like but not happy with the small capacity)
I forgot...At Decathlon in France, i bought a FORCLAZ protective cover that serves both as a rain cover and protective cover that can be keylocked if you have to put your bag in the cargo airplane for instance.
Great video and overview as normal. Been looking for something like this so perfect timing. Often travel for 1 or 2 nights on business looks just right. Thanks again.
You're more than welcome buddy. You'll be able to pass this to the grand kids if they've been good 😉
Amazing, thank you so much for this video. We always see bag reviews etc which are all great but 2 weeks of use doesnt justify spending this much on a bag (alot of things can go wrong after say a 3-6 months of use compared to the 2 weeks) But yeah the extensive use reviews are the most helpful. How tall are you if you dont mind me asking just so that i can get an idea for size comparison with myself
Thanks PP. I think if I had more time I'd do more follow up content. You're spot on with the 3 to 6 months bit. It's great to let's bags wearing in and really know every inch of them. When possible I try and test packs out for 6 to 8 weeks before I make content. I'm 5'10" by the way 🤟
@@MoorlanderEDC thanks bud! Think im gonna buy the camo version since it has a higher xpac version so more added robustness hopefully haha
Never heard of this bag before and it looks absolutely class. Shame it gets shipped from the US though as i also previously looked at the Vertx Gamut 2.0 but the shipping fees along with whatever tax fees they fancy adding on is normally extortionate. We need more UK firms like Tactree to start stocking this as they do 5.11 and Viktos etc. Great review again though mate, much appreciated!
100000% agree. My issue is when you do the USD to pound conversion you can buy a US bag for £200 from the US... But if you buy the same bag from the UK, its costs £350. I'd love a TAD Gear bag but they're nearly twice the price. I don't get why they double in price when they cross the Atlantic. If it helps buddy, use the Amazon app and change your location to the US. With the international trade agreement we can buy anything that's £135 or less and not have to pay import duties. Amazon will deliver most things from the US to the UK for next to nothing. I just bought a new watch from the US 50% less than it costs in the UK, and there was no postage or import duties. Its not even a weird loop hole. Amazon are more than happy with it. The app even tells you the postage and duties costs if it over £135... Peoe just don't know you can do it. Hope that helps buddy
Oh... And the best thing is... Because its Amazon, its free returns 99% of the time too
@@MoorlanderEDC Thanks mate. Had no idea about that but will deffo take a look. I ordered a t-shirt once which i had no idea was coming from the states and the tax on it was twice the price i paid for the shirt its absolutely crazy.
Pre-Brexit it the charges were crazy... Whereas now its a stead 135 quid and there's no charges. I might make a quick piece of content on it
@@MoorlanderEDC Did i read that correctly. the US prices are almost half???? I might ask a friend there :)
Have you ever been asked to check the size of the bag if used as a personal item?
For carry on luggage whilst travelling? Definitely with the Max. Had no issues at all. It's almost perfect for carry on. Hope that helps 🙏
Has your feelings on the bag changed since posting, has it held up well to your expectations?
Not changes at all... I love this bag. Able Carry are one of my favourite bag companies and if you're thinking of picking one up I'd highly recommend it. I think they've also recently released a ripstoo version that slightly lighter this these XPAC versions 🤙
@@MoorlanderEDC Thanks for reply Amigo!
Also if it's of interest they're supposed to be releasing a new Max backpack later in the year. (I emailed them a question about colors and got that in response lmao)
Wait what actually they confirmed a new bag??😲
@@jacobkry Basically; "asking about the camo colorway (it's not returning, sad) and if they heard the 'revision max bag requests'- They didn't give an exact date other than by "last quarter of the year"-AbleCarrySupportEmail. My guess is the end of this year or early next, no idea when they're releasing the announcement though. Still really hyped and praying they don't change their minds. lmao
That’s so exciting! Thank you for the explanation!
Great review of a great bag, I was torn between the Max and the Daily and eventually decided on the Daily, which I use everyday for work and love it, but I am really tempted still to get the Max, is it a waste having both? The import & shipping costs are putting me off as that takes it up to a hefty price here in the UK.
Hi Lloyd, I'd say if you really want to then do it... That's the 'live life to it's full' side of me. I've not used the Daily however hear great things about it. If you're really only going to use the both for the same things, having the two bags might be a bit much. Do you need the extra space of the Max over the Daily? Hope this helps 👍
@@MoorlanderEDC Thanks for your reply, could probably live with just the daily, but once I have a laptop in there, there’s not much room for my iPad & lunch and other EDC, okay, you’ve convinced me to get it lol, now to decide what colour, normal black like always or that earth colour looks nice…
That black is awesome. The green has a strange effect with the light. At different times of the day is almost changes the shade of green. I was sent the green on early last year as a review model. They're both great choices
@@MoorlanderEDC so I finally bit the bullet and purchased the Max, wish that I had got this originally over the daily, absolute beast, love the material, perfect size for me, and lots of storage. Went with the black colour, just waiting for my Alpaka Elements Tech Pouch to arrive and I am all set 👍
@@lloydblakey ah ah ah :-)
Since you do compare bags, I am wondering how this might compare against the Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack? In usable size or any other notable differences?
Leave it with me and I'll see what I can arrange 😂🍻
Thanks for the review, it looks awesome. I don't think you mentioned the price. Was that a conscious decision?! Also, is this one that has to be imported from the US? As a UK reviewer, it would be helpful to mention price and whether there are any UK stockists. I have bought from the US before, but often get stung with import duties that add a significant amount! UPS tried to charge £50 for a wallet I bought from Trayvax!! Keep up the great content.
Hey Rob. That's a fair point. I completely forgot to mention the price. These are made and sold from Hong Kong at $260 USD (which I think is about £190). There's a postage calculator on their website that give the price for delivery. Now that we're on the international trade agreement tariffs, anything purchased from abroad that's £135 or less shouldn't have any import duties attached. Certainly a Trayvax wallet shouldn't have been charged for. Its definitely worth trying to claim that back if you have been charged. Or check Mukama.com... They're here in Europe so postage will be way less and quicker. I find Mukama is a gold mine for international stuff that's closer to home. Hope that helps my friend 👍 have a cracking week
You're a super likeable dude I have to say 👍🏻
Hi Pipapo. Thank you my friend. This comment has made my day. I hope you're well and having a great week. All my best
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Does this bag meet TSA dimensions?
Hi Nicholas. I'm confident it is as I've flown with this as carry on twice now without any issues. Although, I haven't flown into the US with it. It's designed to be a carye one travel bag so I'd assume so. I'd double check the TSA dimensions with the dimensions on the Able Carry site just in case though. I'm reasonably confident it's fine though. My two flights through Europe it wasn't even checked. They eye balled if and passed it through no questions asked. Hope that helps buddy
Hi, did you have CPL 24v2 from Evergoods?.
Hey Pawel, not yet my friend however I'd love to make some content on the Evergood backpacks. I've admired them from a distance and always wanted to own own. There'll definitely be content on one in the future. Do you own the CPL 24v2?
@@MoorlanderEDC Yes, I have the CPL24v2, the best backpack so far for me. It has always annoyed me that the backpack is not standing, but overturning. The CPL solved this problem. I was wondering between the Able Carry Max and the CPL24v2. I chose the CPL because you can attach a patch to it.