The design itself is very serviceable too. Even the internal frame sheet can be removed for deep-cleaning or replacement. Features of the Urban Assault 24 500D Cordura Fabric 500D Cordura Looking at the shoulder straps first, they’re densely padded with spongey mesh that helps cushion your shoulders—it’s comfortable enough for more extended wear. We’re also thankful for the air mesh lining that helps keep us well-ventilated. Our only wish is for some elastic keepers to manage the excess strap, but it’s not a deal-breaker by any means. This is an easy aftermarket addition by using something like the Tom Bihn Strap Keepers or MacGyvering something up with VELCRO Brand Cable Ties. Mystery Ranch Urban Assault 21 Harness System Durable, well-design products are painstakingly developed over time and multiple production cycles. They are refined through systematic testing and careful incremental improvements. Mystery Ranch uses extremley high-quality, heavyweight fabrics for the Urban Assault (and a lot of their products). These will take a beating and shed water easily.

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Another interesting thing about the shoulder straps is the daisy chain. I’m not completely sure if it was intended as an attachment point for additional gear, but you can always improvise with a carabiner. Perfect if you need to carry something bulky around, and don’t want to carry it in your hands. Sternum Strap

Overall, Years Later

I am pretty set on getting something from this brand, so not really looking for other recommendations at this time.

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It carries weight great up to 7,5kg or more if you go shopping after work with a loptop and accessories. This versatile bag is designed to fit in your passenger seat and functions as an essential tool kit, organiser, and tactical bag all in one so you can easily reach everything you need. This is still true, but I could have taken it further. Because that undersells this bag. What I Liked Second Time Around The 5.11 Wingman Patrol Bag is the perfect companion for any highway patrol officer, sheriff or frequent traveller. It is designed to keep your gear safe and secure while you’re on the go, with a specialised strap that fastens around your car seat so it won’t shift or move as you drive.

Pulling on the top cinch straps allows you to adjust the height and fit of the harness system. Sternum strap The “ D” in “500D stands for”Denier.” It’s a standard unit of measurement in the textile industry for measuring the weight of certain fabrics. Pro Tip: Get a carabiner to keep your water bottle easily accessible! Fit and Adjustability – 4 Stars

Mystery Ranch Urban Assault 21 Review: Is It Worth It? Mystery Ranch Urban Assault 21 Review: Is It Worth It?

The Urban Assault 24 is an upgraded version of the popular Urban Assault 21. Along with the signature 3-Zip design, it adds more capacity, a direct-access laptop sleave, oodles more organization and external water bottle holsters. It would also be great to have a hydration hose pass through on this bag, making it even more versatile. The external laptop access, if done correctly, could double as this as well. But this wold then make the bag a gimme for EDC and Day Hikes. Does anyone have experience with these bags? Did you consider the same alternatives? If so, why did you choose the one you did? Have you been happy with that choice and/or would you choose one of the other models? Consider its size. It’s small enough to be accepted as a carry-on in any airplane, and it’s much more convenient for short trips than a suitcase. You can fit enough clothes for a couple of days in the main compartment, in addition to all your tech. This bag is more of a hybrid between urban and outdoor use and style, but different colorways bring out different vibes. The more muted shades fit the citified aesthetic, while a colorway like Wood Waxed or Coyote feels more outdoorsy. Of course, what you choose all depends on your preferences! Mystery Ranch Urban Assault 21 Material and Logo

The bag’s sternum strap is secured to nylon straps on each shoulder strap and can easily be moved up and down to wherever it offers the most support. The sternum strap’s hardware is also equipped with a bungee cord you can use to secure the hose of a water bladder so it’s not flailing around as you walk. You also have a sleeve in front of this one for your tablet or e-reader if you carry one with you, although we’ve been using it as a spot for a keyboard. We’ll give the same explanation as we did for the laptop: you can be confident that when your tech is in this sleeve, it’s safe and secure from unexpected drops. I suspect I’ve convinced more people of late to buy the Urban Assault 21, than I have the GR1. The reasons being: