I've been using my Rucker 4.0 as an EDC bag for a few weeks now (I've got a Mystery Ranch UA 24 I fall back on). It's not the best for that but I love how compact it is and the fit. I've been eyeing this bag for a bit now and thinking of pulling the trigger on the MC within the next few weeks. Hopefully I'll come across a great deal in secondhand market. Great video and review, as per usual, amigo.
Thanks! Glad to hear the Rucker is working out. I love the MR for the utility. It’s size is the only drawback for some but I like smaller bags like this one for EDC. Color is the only tough decision here!
You don't have to unzip both of the main zippers to open the main compartment. You can just "rip" the main compartment open by pulling on the front flap! Also the backpack is sorta a roll top backpack, so it can expand heightwise if you loosen the strap on the front fidlock buckle
Thanks for the review and comparison! I was so excited about this bag, grabbed the alpine, but I have to say I think the hydration ports are a deal breaker for me. I’ll probably sell or return. My ports aren’t wide open, but they kind of create a funnel straight to the tech. If I manipulate them a bit it’s less obvious but would still pose decent risk to my tech in rain imo. I do think the ports could be modified from the interior. The only other complaint I have is quick access for tech like iPad or laptop. Love the overall aesthetic though. You almost convinced to keep it😅 Such a cool bag.
This is the best review for spartanology by far. Actually mine (also MCB) has arrived but only got time to pick it up this Saturday. Hopefully mine has no issues with the hydration port. I will use it for work
Love your reviews keep up the good work! I received mine with a big scratch across the fidlock pretty dissapointed in MR as they said this isn’t a warrantable item. Doesn’t help both of my hydration ports are wide open lol so I think I’ma send it back sucks cuz it’s a great bag and very comfortable.
Great video! I also picked up the Spartanology in MCB, and liking it better then I thought I would. My iPhone Pro Max 13 does fit in the top pocket sideways (peak design case). 🙂
Well that's not a simple answer. If someone sent me a NWT Dragon and let me use it for a month I would tell you honestly what I think. But since I haven't handled the Dragon...and from what I know it's a little big for my tastes. I do have the Spartanology though and really like the design. But there's another MR bag I like more than both of those...
@@JBOutside1 Wow, another MR bag better than these two? Unicorn 🦄? Do tell, and by the way your content is really great much appreciated. I’ll be picking up one of your patches to help spread the word. Please share your number 1 MR bag though, happy holidays…
I was trying to get the black one and would have had it too, i was in there early, breezed through the waiting room and the queue, then when it was my turn it said error in the queue please get in line again. I was so pissed didn’t think I would get a bag at all, had to wait like hour and 40 mins. Compared to my first time of like 28. I took screen shots to prove what happened all that was left was woodland, so ordered it anyways. When I got it the sec. I saw it I loved it and was so glad to have had to wait in the queue again. Lol
Thanks. Love your reviews. Still not sold on the spartanology but the yoke harness system is amazing. And maybe not so great for EDC or travel but for an outdoor hike when the weather gets warmer.
I heard you can grease your zippers is this true I am about to get this bag and I want to take care of it do you know any tips to keep the zippers in good shape
There are several products available on amazon marketed as 'zipper lube'. I've use a few and they work great. I honestly haven't had any problems without it. I use it on my Rucker after it's been totally submerged or totally dirty.
One video i would like to watch would be is there any bags you dont like? I love your videos but of the majority of videos i have seen, seems like you just review things you like! And i understand that you have experience with bags and for the most part you will know if you would like a bag before you order it. And my comment is not meant to be a knock on your reviews. Im just curious if you ever got something you thought you would like and it turned out it didn’t do it for you! Thank you for the great videos
This is interesting and in general, you're right that I do buy things I know I'll like. I try to do my best and point out things I don't like from an honest view. The bags I've used and didn't like end up not getting filmed. I have filmed a few I really didn't like and just ended up not posting the videos. I prefer to go more positive on my channel...which is just a conscious choice on my part. Thanks for the feedback!!
The worst Collab Bag ever... that could have been the best ever... mine went back as well. Poor QC/Build/Design for sure... (Materials & Hardware were perfect though...) Better Fabric Cuts (Not Crooked) Stitching (Crooked looks like kid did it on some of them) Hydration Ports (Should have been overlapped properly or (Snap, Magnet etc.) No Center D-Ring, Doesn't fit a Iphone Max... so many weird fails it didn't dethrone my Bullet K. V1 Collab.
A really underwhelming bag for the price point. Way too much risk of water inside the bag and the tiny size makes it a flop in my opinion. Soild review as always.
I was so disappointed with this drop. Removing the pals webbing for water bottle and a useless front pockets was a bad move. The brain pocket should of been a quick access one. The stick it would of been better detachable. The hypalon tabs look tacky especially when the zippers are smooth already. The choice of the VX50 material was a good choice though. But this is definitely not the Spartan myself or some people anticipated for.
I can see your points and since I don't have experience with the original version my opinion is based on this bag alone. When I compare it to recent releases from other companies I really like what they did with this one. But I may consider some mods based on what you've said here. Thanks for watching!
I've been using my Rucker 4.0 as an EDC bag for a few weeks now (I've got a Mystery Ranch UA 24 I fall back on). It's not the best for that but I love how compact it is and the fit. I've been eyeing this bag for a bit now and thinking of pulling the trigger on the MC within the next few weeks. Hopefully I'll come across a great deal in secondhand market. Great video and review, as per usual, amigo.
Thanks! Glad to hear the Rucker is working out. I love the MR for the utility. It’s size is the only drawback for some but I like smaller bags like this one for EDC. Color is the only tough decision here!
You don't have to unzip both of the main zippers to open the main compartment. You can just "rip" the main compartment open by pulling on the front flap! Also the backpack is sorta a roll top backpack, so it can expand heightwise if you loosen the strap on the front fidlock buckle
Gotcha! Yep. I agree! 👊🏻
It’s great! I regret not getting a MCB -Got the MCA and black but love them both!
They're all awesome IMHO. Tough choices!
I never seem to get lucky to buy one. All three of those bags are really cool.
They're pretty cool for sure. Big fan
Thanks for the review and comparison! I was so excited about this bag, grabbed the alpine, but I have to say I think the hydration ports are a deal breaker for me. I’ll probably sell or return. My ports aren’t wide open, but they kind of create a funnel straight to the tech. If I manipulate them a bit it’s less obvious but would still pose decent risk to my tech in rain imo. I do think the ports could be modified from the interior. The only other complaint I have is quick access for tech like iPad or laptop. Love the overall aesthetic though. You almost convinced to keep it😅 Such a cool bag.
Good stuff! Yeah I hear you those gaps are the big issue for most...but I think the features far exceed the minor point for me.
This is the best review for spartanology by far. Actually mine (also MCB) has arrived but only got time to pick it up this Saturday. Hopefully mine has no issues with the hydration port. I will use it for work
Thanks!!! I think you'll love it.
Love your reviews keep up the good work! I received mine with a big scratch across the fidlock pretty dissapointed in MR as they said this isn’t a warrantable item. Doesn’t help both of my hydration ports are wide open lol so I think I’ma send it back sucks cuz it’s a great bag and very comfortable.
Dang, sorry to hear that. I'd try messing around with the folds. That fixed any port issues that I initially saw. No problems now on all three I have.
Great video! I also picked up the Spartanology in MCB, and liking it better then I thought I would. My iPhone Pro Max 13 does fit in the top pocket sideways (peak design case). 🙂
NICE! Good to know. Thanks Mark
Thanks so much for the thorough and honest review, JB!! We really do appreciate it!
You bet! Thanks for taking the time to watch it! 👊🏻
If you could only have one “MR Dragon vs MR “Spartanology” which would it be? Thanks in advance, hope you have a great holiday.
Well that's not a simple answer. If someone sent me a NWT Dragon and let me use it for a month I would tell you honestly what I think. But since I haven't handled the Dragon...and from what I know it's a little big for my tastes. I do have the Spartanology though and really like the design. But there's another MR bag I like more than both of those...
@@JBOutside1 Wow, another MR bag better than these two? Unicorn 🦄? Do tell, and by the way your content is really great much appreciated. I’ll be picking up one of your patches to help spread the word. Please share your number 1 MR bag though, happy holidays…
@@expatadventureturkey9324 can’t give it away. But I JUST posted a video with the answer 😜
I was trying to get the black one and would have had it too, i was in there early, breezed through the waiting room and the queue, then when it was my turn it said error in the queue please get in line again. I was so pissed didn’t think I would get a bag at all, had to wait like hour and 40 mins. Compared to my first time of like 28. I took screen shots to prove what happened all that was left was woodland, so ordered it anyways. When I got it the sec. I saw it I loved it and was so glad to have had to wait in the queue again. Lol
Yeah it was a bit confusing that options were eliminated based on what you selected. Weird.
Awesome absolutely awesome review brother ✊ and loved how you compared to the other packs as well
Thanks 👍...always love the support from down under!
JB, Where did you get the carabiner that is attached to the MCB. I would like to get my hands on one.
Just on Amazon but it’s not available any longer unfortunately
@@JBOutside1 Thank you for the information, thats a bummer.
Any longterm updates on this bag as a rucker? Did the sleeve hold up to the weight of the plate?
Sorry, nothing new to report. I did not continue to ruck with this one.
What kind of bladder do you use. I like the look of it in this bag review
It’s an old camelbak one
Thanks. Love your reviews. Still not sold on the spartanology but the yoke harness system is amazing. And maybe not so great for EDC or travel but for an outdoor hike when the weather gets warmer.
I heard you can grease your zippers is this true I am about to get this bag and I want to take care of it do you know any tips to keep the zippers in good shape
There are several products available on amazon marketed as 'zipper lube'. I've use a few and they work great. I honestly haven't had any problems without it. I use it on my Rucker after it's been totally submerged or totally dirty.
I think you should keep them all!! 😆
Well I CAN say that I'm no closer to a decision...they ALL carry great and the color/material choices are very cool.
What are the dimensions is it 20" tall?
@@garittuggle430 16L / 18.75” tall / 10.5” wide / 8.75” deep / 2.9lbs
One video i would like to watch would be is there any bags you dont like? I love your videos but of the majority of videos i have seen, seems like you just review things you like! And i understand that you have experience with bags and for the most part you will know if you would like a bag before you order it. And my comment is not meant to be a knock on your reviews. Im just curious if you ever got something you thought you would like and it turned out it didn’t do it for you!
Thank you for the great videos
This is interesting and in general, you're right that I do buy things I know I'll like. I try to do my best and point out things I don't like from an honest view. The bags I've used and didn't like end up not getting filmed. I have filmed a few I really didn't like and just ended up not posting the videos. I prefer to go more positive on my channel...which is just a conscious choice on my part. Thanks for the feedback!!
What snacks you run?
Not picky. Granola bar of some sort usually
what carabiner is that?
amzn.to/3NgSWwl
Best review 🎉
Thanks Adrian! 👊
I’ve got a black one I carry for work, sell me your M81 one 😂 I’m in the ATL area.
I’ll let you know!
Out of stock, my guess for a long time from now 😞
This was a special release so the only way to get it currently is on the secondary market. Lots out there though
There's some available with retail price. Avoid eBay for inflated prices.
I just call it "Sparty".
Spartan X…for short. As a Boilermaker I can’t like anything called “Sparty” 😜
Second
The worst Collab Bag ever... that could have been the best ever... mine went back as well. Poor QC/Build/Design for sure... (Materials & Hardware were perfect though...)
Better Fabric Cuts (Not Crooked) Stitching (Crooked looks like kid did it on some of them) Hydration Ports (Should have been overlapped properly or (Snap, Magnet etc.)
No Center D-Ring, Doesn't fit a Iphone Max... so many weird fails it didn't dethrone my Bullet K. V1 Collab.
I can see that. My versions were pretty good and the overall design won me over. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
@@JBOutside1 Might give it another try once they figure out the remediation, may go MCB instead-
A really underwhelming bag for the price point. Way too much risk of water inside the bag and the tiny size makes it a flop in my opinion. Soild review as always.
Thanks for the comment! I agree on some points but I still like it.
FIRST?
I was so disappointed with this drop. Removing the pals webbing for water bottle and a useless front pockets was a bad move. The brain pocket should of been a quick access one. The stick it would of been better detachable. The hypalon tabs look tacky especially when the zippers are smooth already. The choice of the VX50 material was a good choice though. But this is definitely not the Spartan myself or some people anticipated for.
I can see your points and since I don't have experience with the original version my opinion is based on this bag alone. When I compare it to recent releases from other companies I really like what they did with this one. But I may consider some mods based on what you've said here. Thanks for watching!