Maxpedition Fatboy Contents; Post Yours

[cerbera147]

With so many 'enablers' on this site it was a matter of time before I got one of these and joined the 'man carrying bag' crowd My trip to the zoo a few weeks ago helped make my mind up as well

I've had it a few days now and have been building its contents. I am really impressed with this bag; it got so many pockets and compartments. Even Mrs. C likes it. This is the latest version and has a grab handle and waist belt rather than the belt clip. One of my favourite bits is the non slip shoulder pad  Why don't all bags have this? 

When I ordered I also ordered some Grimloc's and a Triple Mag Holder. I've also got a used H1 Waistpack on the way as well. I am thinking my camera can live in there 

On with the pics   




Starting at the top going left to right:

Top row goes in the rear pocket with the phone in its own pocket.

• Emergency Whistle, Cutlery Set, Romisen RC-A4, Juice KF4, Vic Compact, Nokia 6300

Middle row in the main compartment with the Charge in the right hand pocket.

• First Aid Kit with a Vic Signature II, Hand Sanitiser, Wipes, Dental Floss, Charge TTi

Bottom row goes in the front pocket.

• Spy Capsule, Mini Bodyspray, Vic Explorer, Gatco Sharpener, Sharpie, Paper

The camera is the left hand zippered pocket but will move to the waistpack when it arrives.

Got a ballpoint pen and a black Sharpie in the pen holders on either side of the phone holder.






Put the Charge in the main compartment to give an idea how much space is in there.




Ari6126 is kindly sending me a US flag which I will pop on the front  I've been looking at Milspec-Monkey's site, they have some cool patches which I will probably order soon 

I would love to see how everybody fills theirs so please post your pics / contents of your EDC bag 

Thanks to Marc @ EDCDepot for his speedy delivery of this bag and to Neil who has helped filled this bag without realising

[Benner]

I'll have to take an up to date pic of my lot. 

[cerbera147]

I would appreciate it mate 

This isn't even half full but I need more ideas / toys to fill it

Maybe a tactical pen 

[Benner]

The Fred Perrin is a good choice if you need a pen that isn't OTT tac looking.  I love mine.

[Zed]

very nice, looks very useful.

[cerbera147]

The Fred Perrin is a good choice if you need a pen that isn't OTT tac looking.  I love mine.

I saw that on Heinnie; not too expensive either 

Saw this too; but it could be described as OTT tactical 

I'd probably damage myself with that 

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

Welcome to the club mate

[Benner]

The Fred Perrin is a good choice if you need a pen that isn't OTT tac looking.  I love mine.

I saw that on Heinnie; not too expensive either 

Saw this too; but it could be described as OTT tactical 

I'd probably damage myself with that 

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It is a bit OTT  .  Good price though.

[Vladimir]

Great bag-I just got to get myself one of these!
A bit of off topic, but Jack Bauer also carries some sort of Maxpedition bag in the last episode of 24:

[cerbera147]

Jack Bauer is on my list of bag carrying men along with:

[nuphoria]

Oooh, a Chewie bag! 

[Zed]

Oooh, a Chewie bag! 

I wonder what EDC chewie carrys  i bet a chap stick is in there 

[Vladimir]

Indy's bag is my favorite bag- does anybody knows where to find these old British Army gas mask bags

[cerbera147]

Oooh, a Chewie bag! 

I wonder what EDC chewie carrys  i bet a chap stick is in there 

 

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

Oooh, a Chewie bag! 

I wonder what EDC chewie carrys  i bet a chap stick is in there 

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[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

Indy's bag is my favorite bag- does anybody knows where to find these old British Army gas mask bags

Here ya go...

http://www.worldwarwonders.co.uk/vmchk/Equipment-and-Field-Gear/WW2-British-Army-Issue-MK7-Gas-Mask-Bag.html

[cerbera147]

Great bag-I just got to get myself one of these!
A bit of off topic, but Jack Bauer also carries some sort of Maxpedition bag in the last episode of 24:

Had a search around; apparently it's a Maxpedition Monsoon Gearslinger 

[cerbera147]

I had my new bag out for its first official trial today

We all went to the local country park where they had some Easter fun on the go. It would be fair to say I 'eased' myself into the bag carrying game today as most folk including menfolk had bags with them today. Obviously none as cool as mine  They varied from cheap backpack to canvas manbag; most had kids in tow like me.

I didn't feel as self conscious as I thought I would, in fact I really enjoyed having it with me today. We were only there for a couple of hours but it was useful to have  My camera was really easy to get to and also brought my new 400ml alu bottle too.

I definitely need to get myself some morale patches to stick on the bag; something a bit fun I saw some on EDCF; 'Bag Of Tricks' and 'Sometimes it's just a bag'. [I'm guessing a bit on that second one, can't quite remember  ]

I only had two issues with the bag today.

• The clips to get into the main compartment and the phone holder are really stiff. I am hoping these will get smoother with time though. The big clip on the main strap is great, it's so smooth but the one to get into the compartment is a bit fiddly. I am not even sure if it's possible to upgrade the clips 
• I had my phone in the built in holder and received a call. Not sure if it was just me but it seemed to take a bit too long to get the phone out. I had to undo the clip [see above] and then try to get the phone out as it is a bit on the snug side.

Low priority complaints but thought I should mention them

I'll have my bag with me again tomorrow too 

[AHB]

I'm glad to hear you're getting along with your bag..   Seriously I think they're great,
but the wife made it loud and clear that she won't be seen with me in public if I got one of those..  

[cerbera147]

Thanks Allan 

My wife was like that but has said she likes it    I still think she's a bit dubious about it but I make point of pointing out all men carrying bags these days and of course highlighting the benefits

[AHB]

I might have to do a little more lobbying on the subject then.. 

[DaveK]

As I posted this recently, I've just lifted the details from my previous post:)

Missing from the picture are my iPhone headset (on one of those curvyman things), and of course my camera. Oh and an Inka pen that I just noticed as I was putting everything back 



1 - Souvenir from my recent stay in hospital - lol.
2 - Charge TTi
3 - Spyderco UKPK
4 - EDC Organiser
5 - Business Cards
6 - Moleskine Notebook
7 - Leatherman Serac S3
8 - Vic Compact (for when the UKPK might be a bit much in the presence of sheeple)
9 - Fisher Bullet Pen
10 - Snot removal Kit
11 - Plasters
12 - Codeine
13 - 2 x CR123A batteries
14 - KFC wipe (cheaper than buying them)!
15 - Hand Gel
16 - Card Wallet (I carry cash in a money clip in my pocket these days)
17 - iPhone
18 - County Comm Peanut Lighter
19 - Chopsticks
20 - Iphone headphones (not pictured)
21 - Inka Pen - carried in pocket on exterior of built-in phone pouch
22 - Camera

OK - I carry a lot, but that about fills the Fatboy

[cerbera147]

Thanks Dave 

So far I haven't really considered including my EDC Organiser. Mine is kinda half 'proper' EDC, half admin EDC as it lives in my laptop bag most days

I suppose depending on the day I could reconfig it to suit my needs  I am wary that I don't to be carrying too many multi's / SAK's; if such a thing is possible 

Is yours similiar to your last update Dave?

[Mercury]

I'm glad to hear you're getting along with your bag..   Seriously I think they're great,
but the wife made it loud and clear that she won't be seen with me in public if I got one of those..  

Back when I had my Fatboy, Mrs. GG35 made quite a few jokes, but she let it go.  Then I switched to a Pygmy Falcon, which she loved and I didn't.  I just got a Jumbo today from a member over at EDCF, and I must say it tops the cake.  If you feel like the Fatboy is a murse, the jumbo is not even close.  Even the Missus likes this bag. 

Allan, when you are out with your wife and she doesn't feel like carrying crap, you should mention that the Fatboy/jumbo owners group would be a viable option.  My wife loves it that I carry a bag, especially when she starts to buy stuff in the mall.