First off, I just realized that we don't have a gear section. That's unacceptable
This pack isn't necessarily "new" to the market, but it's new to me. I made an impulse purchase after looking around for a rifle backpack. I wanted a pack with a hip belt and the ability to carry a rifle broken down. After stumbling across the Noveske Discreet Bag, and noticing that it may no longer be in production, I decided to look elsewhere. I stumbled across an older SSD article about the Elite Survival Stealth Operations Rifle Pack and instantly knew I had to have it. Well after scouring the web for the best deal, I found the last Red/Grey pack in stock and used a coupon code to get a bigger discount. I paid right at $160 shipped, so I don't feel terribly guilty about it. The Noveske would have set me back almost $220. Anyhow, I should have it sometime next week, and I'll post a review here. For now, here are some stock photos I found while doing my research.
My requirements were:
Luckily, this pack has all three of those features, and more!
My initial impressions (I'll compare/contrast once I have the pack):
Since the interior can use both MOLLE and Hook & Loop pouches, I'll have to start looking for some to fit my needs. I'm unaware of anyone that makes hook & loop pouches other than Maxpedition, and I'd prefer to stay away from them at all costs.
Delivery is taking their sweet time, so I should have it sometime next week.
This pack isn't necessarily "new" to the market, but it's new to me. I made an impulse purchase after looking around for a rifle backpack. I wanted a pack with a hip belt and the ability to carry a rifle broken down. After stumbling across the Noveske Discreet Bag, and noticing that it may no longer be in production, I decided to look elsewhere. I stumbled across an older SSD article about the Elite Survival Stealth Operations Rifle Pack and instantly knew I had to have it. Well after scouring the web for the best deal, I found the last Red/Grey pack in stock and used a coupon code to get a bigger discount. I paid right at $160 shipped, so I don't feel terribly guilty about it. The Noveske would have set me back almost $220. Anyhow, I should have it sometime next week, and I'll post a review here. For now, here are some stock photos I found while doing my research.
My requirements were:
- Must fit a 16" rifle broken down, and secured.
- Must have a hip belt.
- Must open like a clam shell.
Luckily, this pack has all three of those features, and more!
My initial impressions (I'll compare/contrast once I have the pack):
- Pack is made from 500D Cordura, so we'll see how flimsy it is, but it aids in the weight savings.
- There is no frame sheet or stay that I'm aware of.
- The hip belt and shoulder straps appear to be very limited in adjustment, but there are load lifters.
- Unfortunately, the pouches shown in the hook & loop/MOLLE secondary compartment are not included.
- However, the straps necessary to secure the rifle are included.
- The upside is it doesn't look like some tactical nightmare with Multicam Kryptek.
Since the interior can use both MOLLE and Hook & Loop pouches, I'll have to start looking for some to fit my needs. I'm unaware of anyone that makes hook & loop pouches other than Maxpedition, and I'd prefer to stay away from them at all costs.
Delivery is taking their sweet time, so I should have it sometime next week.