The key feature of the Bridger backpacks is Mystery Ranchs new harness system, which theyre calling the Endurance Yoke. The content of the review was not shared with Mystery Ranch prior to publication. Theyve gotten pretty good at it. Along with the signature 3-Zip design, it adds more capacity, a direct-access laptop sleave, oodles more organization and external water bottle holsters. The harness is very cushy. El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-4549 One of the things that I noticed is that the Futura Harness with its yoke and adjustable load-lifters really helped make the pack fit close to my body and the load not feel overly heavy. More questions? Why arent these included? Overall, I find the Urban Assault 24 to be a very comfortable carry. Contribute. So, when you go to put the pack on, the arms hold themselves out for you (like a butler holding your coat.) They are refined through systematic testing and careful incremental improvements. I find this space is much more suited as a dedicated document sleeve. Its roots are in the 2 Day Assault BVS and a further refinement to Mystery Ranchs bestselling Urban Assault 21. Urban peeps could use these internal long pockets for things like laptop chargers, gym clothes, or wireless Bluetooth speakers. Even if the Urban Assault 24 was completely emptied, flipped upside down and shaken you would never find this cool little stash. The point is, Ive got a bit of experience with Mystery Ranch products, both personally and professionally. Sales - (916) 633-6565 A 500ml soft bottle fits well, but I often used mine to hold my map, in a weatherproof case. At around $199, its also half the price of the 3-DAP, so that might be another important aspect of what someone might want in a pack that looks like a smaller 3-DAP, but I digress. By This made the hike even more bearable than it would have been with my FILBE assault pack, although the distinctive Mystery Ranch pack shape got me a bit of attention for wearing something other than what Im issued. Fill out your information here and well be in touch. It just means that you have to evaluate the features that are present or not present and see if they fit into your intended usage. Also, every zipper has a webbing loop sowed to the ends to serve as counter-grips to grab onto while zipping and unzipping. The cushioned 15 laptop sleeve floats above the base of the backpack to protect it from harsh impacts in case of accidental drops. For the durability test, I loaded the pack up with 30 pounds of stuff and picked it up by each of the MOLLE loops, as those loops are oftentimes points of failure if not properly executed. Is it perfect or even as good as USA-made Mystery Ranch packs? However, Mystery Ranch doesnt consider this a military pack, and therefore it is made in Vietnam. 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It is also removable. Mystery Ranch was thinking smart when they placed these small mesh pockets at the upper-left and right of the pack. 
One thing thats lacking is the Made in USA tag thats proudly displayed on all of Mystery Ranchs military packs. The Endurance yoke improves the breathability of the Bridger pack, but also does an awesome job for comfort under load. Im going to spoil the fun right here and tell you that in every case, the 2-DAY performed admirably and hasnt failed me yet, but obviously, there were issues. Heres Task & Purposes additional brief. I love the new Endurance yoke, and cant wait to see it appear on more packs.
It carries weight well, accommodates a variety of attachments and configurations, and overall seems to be well-made. Id describe the Urban Assault 24 as a sleeper. Its got go muscle, not show muscle.. Its a MOLLE-covered coyote brown pack with Velcro for morale patches and most of the alternate colors for it are explicitly military, so Im going to use it in the military. In contrast, my issued U.S. Marine Corps FILBE assault pack is a 35-liter pack that has an unloaded weight of 70 ounces, which is roughly 4.3 pounds. This was due to lateral motion under load, as the 2-DAY lacks the 3-DAPs BVS stabilizing blocks (pictured below) and I wasnt using a chest cinch strap, both of which would have alleviated this. Simple and yoke mounted with quick attach buckles, this center-zip access reservoir carrier features hose porting on either corner for left- or right-handed handed setup. 2011 Crystal Drive, Suite 400; Arlington, VA 22202 It may not display this or other websites correctly. Disclaimer: The Bridger 55 backpack was provided by Mystery Ranch for this review.
It was all I could do to stop him running away with it, there and then. First, you should have your hydration bladder in your assault pack, which serves the double duty of making it accessible for refilling without having to get a buddy to do it and preventing the weight of your pack from squeezing the water out of the lid. The Bridger series is a new release for Spring 22, with 65 litre and 55 litre offerings available (I tested the 55L). Outdoorsman and Nerdpunk. Management Solutions, LLC. The differences start with the fabric: Mystery Ranch have ditched their standard airmesh and gone for a softer, more aerated padding. Voila!eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'wellrigged_com-mobile-leaderboard-1','ezslot_17',174,'0','0'])); Traditional backpacks only open from the top, but Mystery Ranch backpacks can be opened from the top or flayed wide open using their signature 3-Zip design. 
I was Unsurprised to find no loose threads. They are great for USB sticks, phone chargers, and other knickknacks like toiletries when youre on the road. The 2-DAY is comfortable, easy to use, and super flexible in terms of how you can use it. This backpack will not stand up on its own. Its also good to see Mystery Ranch considering the durability of their gear, using compression straps to take the strain off zips, which are common points of failure. Inside theres a hook for you to hang a hydration pouch, the outside of the pack features two horizontal compression straps, and the larger of the two top pockets opens to a mesh pouch, which in any other pack Id call perfect for storing wet socks or clothes to let them dry, since everything below it would be in a waterproofing bag. Folding down the front panel opens up the whole body of the Bridger, making it easier to pack neatly, or to grab a set of gloves that have slipped down below my food bag. Cordura fabric is often used in things like mid to high-end protective motorcycle jackets because of its exceptional abrasion resistance. The belt pockets zip up and are well sized for at-hand items like snacks or a headlamp, but will also hold a smartphone or pair of sunglasses in a case. Copyright 2007-2015 ArmyProperty.com / Inventory At least Ill always be able to say, I was a fan of it before it ever went viral., Are Birkenstocks Worth It? Properly packing my bag helped too, but having the variety of adjustment options took the comfort all the way and really made this a joy to wear. The Mystery Ranch 2-DAY is a pack that cant figure out what its purpose is. You are using an out of date browser. Although not purpose-built for a stash, I discovered this neat hiding spot while doing a close inspection of the laptop compartment for this Urban Assault 24 review. When youre out in the field, you need durable, dependable form and function. (function($) {window.fnames = new Array(); window.ftypes = new Array();fnames[0]='EMAIL';ftypes[0]='email';fnames[1]='FNAME';ftypes[1]='text';fnames[2]='LNAME';ftypes[2]='text';fnames[3]='BIRTHDAY';ftypes[3]='birthday';}(jQuery));var $mcj = jQuery.noConflict(true); Home About Contact Us Affiliate Disclosure. This where the hydration bladder goes there is a loop to hang it and a slot above that allows you to fit those hose through. Overall, the pack passed the tests with two key caveats. On the inside back of pack there is a huge zipper. Going hiking? The 2-DAY comes in a clear plastic bag with a selection of tags on it that detail that it is indeed, made by Mystery Ranch (comforting) and thats it. Theyre perfectly sized for a Jetboil cooker, and are well positioned for items that dont need to be accessed instantly but benefit from being kept secure, such as spare batteries or toilet paper. Empty, the Bridger 55 weighs roughly double the Granite Gear Crown 60. Regular price )eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'wellrigged_com-box-4','ezslot_1',168,'0','0'])); The Urban Assault 24s specs are quite impressive on paper. The Bridgers weight will be a lot for many folks, not just strict ultralighters. It features the usual lower tightening straps, as well as load lifter straps on the top, which really help you to get a weighted pack higher on your back, mitigating the potential for injuries. Along with that are two wide pockets for things like battery chargers, mobile phones or small notebooks. The fact that this pack isnt made in America, but is simply an American design executed overseas, doesnt seem to have affected it either, especially when comparing it to other Mystery Ranch packs that Ive used. A: Depends on who you are. The Urban Assault 24 is an upgraded version of the popular Urban Assault 21. Birkenstocks have a well-earned reputation for durability, but are they really worth their price tag? The warning signs are flashing that tough times may be ahead. Its very tough, thoughtfully designed, light, well organized and versatile enough for the office or for a spur-of-the-moment backcountry weekend. With 4 adjustable vertically positions, the sternum strap allows a customized fit for most body types. Naturally, everyone has different priorities, and how the weight on the scale plays against weight on-body is up to you, in your own order of ranking.
GOVERNMENT AGENCIES PLEASE CONTACT US FOR LARGE ORDERS. They list this as an EDC bag, but honestly, wearing a bag like this for any sort of EDC situation, even if youre unarmed, is just asking for undue attention, especially in colors like coyote brown, foliage green, or black. There are three parts to the laptop compartment. This legendary reputation shows, because as part of my equipment as a forward observer in the Marines, Im issued the Mystery Ranch Observed Fires Pack, which is a combination of the COMM 4 pack, the Hitchhiker 20, and the Daypack Lid, along with a few other pieces. The packing list for this was an ECH, a woobie, front, back, and side ESAPI plates, and a full Camelbak bladder, and I used the laptop cases feature of being placed higher in the pack to hold the ESAPIs to keep their combined 20 pounds high and close to my body. Read This Before You Buy. I'm not really familiar with the 7500. External mounting options need some fine-tuning. For reference sake, a pair of semi-opaque nylon pantyhose are ~40D nylon(source). Unlike the smaller Urban Assault 21, the 24 has a compartment with direct exterior access. Aside from some minor quibbles, the Urban Assault 24 has the hallmarks of a future classic. eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'wellrigged_com-narrow-sky-1','ezslot_19',181,'0','0']));Toyota does this, and the Urban Assault 24 is an example of this process at work as well. Thats often inconvenient in especially in meeting rooms. The Urban Assault 24 improves on the Urban Assault 21 in these key areas: Mystery Ranch makes seriously durable gear. My longbow is like that, but it does have Molle webbing. The D in 500D stands forDenier. Its a standard unit of measurement in the textile industry for measuring the weight of certain fabrics. The 3-Day Assault Pack, also known as the 3-DAP, has been a standard choice for military users since at least the late 2000s, issued to many special operations units and a private purchase item for people who want to look like special operations forces.
One thing thats lacking is the Made in USA tag thats proudly displayed on all of Mystery Ranchs military packs. The Endurance yoke improves the breathability of the Bridger pack, but also does an awesome job for comfort under load. Im going to spoil the fun right here and tell you that in every case, the 2-DAY performed admirably and hasnt failed me yet, but obviously, there were issues. Heres Task & Purposes additional brief. I love the new Endurance yoke, and cant wait to see it appear on more packs. It carries weight well, accommodates a variety of attachments and configurations, and overall seems to be well-made. Id describe the Urban Assault 24 as a sleeper. Its got go muscle, not show muscle.. Its a MOLLE-covered coyote brown pack with Velcro for morale patches and most of the alternate colors for it are explicitly military, so Im going to use it in the military. In contrast, my issued U.S. Marine Corps FILBE assault pack is a 35-liter pack that has an unloaded weight of 70 ounces, which is roughly 4.3 pounds. This was due to lateral motion under load, as the 2-DAY lacks the 3-DAPs BVS stabilizing blocks (pictured below) and I wasnt using a chest cinch strap, both of which would have alleviated this. Simple and yoke mounted with quick attach buckles, this center-zip access reservoir carrier features hose porting on either corner for left- or right-handed handed setup. 2011 Crystal Drive, Suite 400; Arlington, VA 22202 It may not display this or other websites correctly. Disclaimer: The Bridger 55 backpack was provided by Mystery Ranch for this review.
It was all I could do to stop him running away with it, there and then. First, you should have your hydration bladder in your assault pack, which serves the double duty of making it accessible for refilling without having to get a buddy to do it and preventing the weight of your pack from squeezing the water out of the lid. The Bridger series is a new release for Spring 22, with 65 litre and 55 litre offerings available (I tested the 55L). Outdoorsman and Nerdpunk. Management Solutions, LLC. The differences start with the fabric: Mystery Ranch have ditched their standard airmesh and gone for a softer, more aerated padding. Voila!eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'wellrigged_com-mobile-leaderboard-1','ezslot_17',174,'0','0'])); Traditional backpacks only open from the top, but Mystery Ranch backpacks can be opened from the top or flayed wide open using their signature 3-Zip design. I was Unsurprised to find no loose threads. They are great for USB sticks, phone chargers, and other knickknacks like toiletries when youre on the road. The 2-DAY is comfortable, easy to use, and super flexible in terms of how you can use it. This backpack will not stand up on its own. Its also good to see Mystery Ranch considering the durability of their gear, using compression straps to take the strain off zips, which are common points of failure. Inside theres a hook for you to hang a hydration pouch, the outside of the pack features two horizontal compression straps, and the larger of the two top pockets opens to a mesh pouch, which in any other pack Id call perfect for storing wet socks or clothes to let them dry, since everything below it would be in a waterproofing bag. Folding down the front panel opens up the whole body of the Bridger, making it easier to pack neatly, or to grab a set of gloves that have slipped down below my food bag. Cordura fabric is often used in things like mid to high-end protective motorcycle jackets because of its exceptional abrasion resistance. The belt pockets zip up and are well sized for at-hand items like snacks or a headlamp, but will also hold a smartphone or pair of sunglasses in a case. Copyright 2007-2015 ArmyProperty.com / Inventory At least Ill always be able to say, I was a fan of it before it ever went viral., Are Birkenstocks Worth It? Properly packing my bag helped too, but having the variety of adjustment options took the comfort all the way and really made this a joy to wear. The Mystery Ranch 2-DAY is a pack that cant figure out what its purpose is. You are using an out of date browser. Although not purpose-built for a stash, I discovered this neat hiding spot while doing a close inspection of the laptop compartment for this Urban Assault 24 review. When youre out in the field, you need durable, dependable form and function. (function($) {window.fnames = new Array(); window.ftypes = new Array();fnames[0]='EMAIL';ftypes[0]='email';fnames[1]='FNAME';ftypes[1]='text';fnames[2]='LNAME';ftypes[2]='text';fnames[3]='BIRTHDAY';ftypes[3]='birthday';}(jQuery));var $mcj = jQuery.noConflict(true); Home About Contact Us Affiliate Disclosure. This where the hydration bladder goes there is a loop to hang it and a slot above that allows you to fit those hose through. Overall, the pack passed the tests with two key caveats. On the inside back of pack there is a huge zipper. Going hiking? The 2-DAY comes in a clear plastic bag with a selection of tags on it that detail that it is indeed, made by Mystery Ranch (comforting) and thats it. Theyre perfectly sized for a Jetboil cooker, and are well positioned for items that dont need to be accessed instantly but benefit from being kept secure, such as spare batteries or toilet paper. Empty, the Bridger 55 weighs roughly double the Granite Gear Crown 60. Regular price )eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'wellrigged_com-box-4','ezslot_1',168,'0','0'])); The Urban Assault 24s specs are quite impressive on paper. The Bridgers weight will be a lot for many folks, not just strict ultralighters. It features the usual lower tightening straps, as well as load lifter straps on the top, which really help you to get a weighted pack higher on your back, mitigating the potential for injuries. Along with that are two wide pockets for things like battery chargers, mobile phones or small notebooks. The fact that this pack isnt made in America, but is simply an American design executed overseas, doesnt seem to have affected it either, especially when comparing it to other Mystery Ranch packs that Ive used. A: Depends on who you are. The Urban Assault 24 is an upgraded version of the popular Urban Assault 21. Birkenstocks have a well-earned reputation for durability, but are they really worth their price tag? The warning signs are flashing that tough times may be ahead. Its very tough, thoughtfully designed, light, well organized and versatile enough for the office or for a spur-of-the-moment backcountry weekend. With 4 adjustable vertically positions, the sternum strap allows a customized fit for most body types. Naturally, everyone has different priorities, and how the weight on the scale plays against weight on-body is up to you, in your own order of ranking. GOVERNMENT AGENCIES PLEASE CONTACT US FOR LARGE ORDERS. They list this as an EDC bag, but honestly, wearing a bag like this for any sort of EDC situation, even if youre unarmed, is just asking for undue attention, especially in colors like coyote brown, foliage green, or black. There are three parts to the laptop compartment. This legendary reputation shows, because as part of my equipment as a forward observer in the Marines, Im issued the Mystery Ranch Observed Fires Pack, which is a combination of the COMM 4 pack, the Hitchhiker 20, and the Daypack Lid, along with a few other pieces. The packing list for this was an ECH, a woobie, front, back, and side ESAPI plates, and a full Camelbak bladder, and I used the laptop cases feature of being placed higher in the pack to hold the ESAPIs to keep their combined 20 pounds high and close to my body. Read This Before You Buy. I'm not really familiar with the 7500. External mounting options need some fine-tuning. For reference sake, a pair of semi-opaque nylon pantyhose are ~40D nylon(source). Unlike the smaller Urban Assault 21, the 24 has a compartment with direct exterior access. Aside from some minor quibbles, the Urban Assault 24 has the hallmarks of a future classic. eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'wellrigged_com-narrow-sky-1','ezslot_19',181,'0','0']));Toyota does this, and the Urban Assault 24 is an example of this process at work as well. Thats often inconvenient in especially in meeting rooms. The Urban Assault 24 improves on the Urban Assault 21 in these key areas: Mystery Ranch makes seriously durable gear. My longbow is like that, but it does have Molle webbing. The D in 500D stands forDenier. Its a standard unit of measurement in the textile industry for measuring the weight of certain fabrics. The 3-Day Assault Pack, also known as the 3-DAP, has been a standard choice for military users since at least the late 2000s, issued to many special operations units and a private purchase item for people who want to look like special operations forces.