Maxped bags

tattoosteve99 · **on:** October 09, 2011, 05:48:49 PM

How do you like it? What are the features you like/dislike best. I am planning on buying a Malaga so convince or deter me.

Sazabi · **Reply #1 on:** October 09, 2011, 06:55:05 PM

I'll bring my PFII today so you can get some input, Steve.

Beerplumber · **Reply #2 on:** October 09, 2011, 07:04:22 PM

I'm also on the market for a tactical bag I'll be interested to see what you decide on. I found a sweet local shop called 'SEALS TACTICAL GEAR' I'll stop into a few times but might end up being cheaper online as always. What are you going to be using it for most Steve?

tattoosteve99 · **Reply #3 on:** October 09, 2011, 07:56:45 PM

I use mine as an edc bag. I carry a small assortment of goodies bit I am looking to downgrade a little bit.

ironraven · **Reply #4 on:** October 11, 2011, 04:15:26 AM

I've been EDCing a Malaga for not quite a year, replacing my Jumbo. I carry a small FAK, pad, pens, head lamp, Supertool, phone, meds, and two of the following three: small survival kit (off black top), snivel gear, or a tool kit (on black top). And I still have room for a paperback or a pair of socks

Cons:
-Single strap, the pros and cons are well known.
-The wire gate the use for clipping the strap to the d-ring can come undone if angle is just that right wrong angle.
-Not quite as tall as I'd hoped- I can't strap a Ka-bar to the side or put a clipboard inside.

Pros:
-Not too big. YOu can overload it, but that means you've loaded it with metal and water and... yeah, guilty.
-Ambidextrous.
-Adaptable. I have a 5.11 water bottle carrier and a sunglasses case on mine, but putting a second water bottle pouch on it is easy. Just cumbersome.

A few tips. Leave off the Y-strap, it doesn't really work IMO. Pull of the bungie from the top pocket, it is too small for anything but gloves and the pocket can't afford to get robbed of depth in that manner. Find a better pad if you are going to carry it the way I do- slung "sideways" across the back, so it comes upright when you swing it front.

Changes I'd make to it... Double zipper the top pocket. Make the strap fully removable, with two mounting points at the top. This would do two things. One, you could rig it as a backpack if you wanted. Two, if single strapping it, you could offset the top of the strap from the centerline, meaning it's center of gravity is more in line with yours, so it would be less fatiguing.

Currently I'm looking for a used Becker MOLLE or similiar that I can use homemade lock and dock-type straps, or maybe something closer to 5.11's mounting straps for their sling packs, to make this a more long distance pack. I hate repacking my bag of tricks into a ruck if I'm going to be on foot for a long time.

Nikos · **Reply #5 on:** October 11, 2011, 12:03:26 PM

I also have a Malaga as my EDC. Got it as an "upgrade" to my Lunada that could no longer fit my new larger laptop...

I went through a couple of bags until I settled with the Malaga to be honest (Booq Boa Nerve S, Timbuk2 classic small messenger). I think I just like the form and organization of these packs, although they may look like mall ninja at times. $:-\$

That said, I've been trying to trade for a Mongo for the last month or so but to no avail; it seems that either noone buys them, or all of the Mongo owners are too happy with their bag to part with it...

tattoosteve99 · **Reply #6 on:** October 11, 2011, 01:47:12 PM

So which should I get? Lunada or malaga? As of now I have a camelbak hawg any ideas?

Nikos · **Reply #7 on:** October 11, 2011, 07:14:07 PM

What is the largest item you expect to carry in it?

Beerplumber · **Reply #8 on:** October 12, 2011, 12:19:34 AM

Just left the local tactical gear store, the malaga looks pretty sweet but I think I'll go for a fatboy just need to decide jumbo or s-type

ironraven · **Reply #9 on:** October 12, 2011, 03:07:06 AM

Beerplumber, go with the Jumbo. Trust me. The Fatboy... yeah, he's not so fat. And while the Fatboy GTG does have the water bottle carrier, I hate the open top on the main pocket, it's too easy to loose things with. It's the same problem with the EDC/KISS/LEO models of the Jumbo- you might as well carry an open topped shoping bag.

Steve, I'd go with the Malanga over the Lunada. The Malaga is about 2/3s, 3/4s the size of the HAWG, somewhere in that range. The Lunada is about 2/3s the size of a Malaga. I'd say check out Milspec Monkey's reviews of them, he did a pretty good job and has a lot of photos. Including the family photo with the Remora alongside. ( http://milspecmonkey.com/pouches/maxpedition-gearslingers-003.jpg ) Depending on what you'll be doing with it, you might find the Lunada works better for you.

Here is the links if you haven't seen these:
http://milspecmonkey.com/weargear/packsbags/267-maxpedition-malaga-gearslinger
http://milspecmonkey.com/weargear/packsbags/266-maxpedition-lunada-gearslinger
http://milspecmonkey.com/weargear/packsbags/253-maxpedition-remora-gearslinger

tattoosteve99 · **Reply #10 on:** October 13, 2011, 12:33:06 AM

Yep thanks. I have a Malaga in od green coming soon. Then I'll dye it black to match the rest of my gear.

turnsouth · **Reply #11 on:** October 13, 2011, 03:22:14 AM

Quote from: tattoosteve99 on October 13, 2011, 12:33:06 AM

Then I'll dye it black...

tattoosteve99 · **Reply #12 on:** October 13, 2011, 01:57:25 PM

Quote from: turnsouth on October 13, 2011, 03:22:14 AM

Quote from: tattoosteve99 on October 13, 2011, 12:33:06 AM
Then I'll dye it black...

(Image removed from quote.)

I couldn't find one black on the cheap so I'm going to dye it. Some people say you can't but I have dyed 3 so far and all turn out well except the nylon parts. That stays green but I think it's cool to have it that way.

turnsouth · **Reply #13 on:** October 13, 2011, 06:38:25 PM

Quote from: tattoosteve99 on October 13, 2011, 01:57:25 PM

I couldn't find one black on the cheap so I'm going to dye it. Some people say you can't but I have dyed 3 so far and all turn out well except the nylon parts. That stays green but I think it's cool to have it that way.

Yea, the nylon has 3 coats of polyurethane on it (although I hear if you run it through the washing machine a few times you can dye it then, but you loose water resistance). That would look cool with the webbing black

Of course you know that this means pictures will be necessary

tattoosteve99 · **Reply #14 on:** October 13, 2011, 08:55:58 PM

Quote from: turnsouth on October 13, 2011, 06:38:25 PM

Quote from: tattoosteve99 on October 13, 2011, 01:57:25 PM

I couldn't find one black on the cheap so I'm going to dye it. Some people say you can't but I have dyed 3 so far and all turn out well except the nylon parts. That stays green but I think it's cool to have it that way.

Yea, the nylon has 3 coats of polyurethane on it (although I hear if you run it through the washing machine a few times you can dye it then, but you loose water resistance). That would look cool with the webbing black

Of course you know that this means pictures will be necessary

But of course. I always have pics :p

The Warrior · **Reply #15 on:** October 21, 2011, 05:30:03 AM

I have an olive drab Falcon II, and I love it. Heavy duty as can be. I wanted a smallish backpack, as my edc/BOB. I already have an ALICE pack as my extended stay BOB. I was worried about it being too small for me, as I'm 6'2", 280 lbs, but no issues at all. I love it. My first Maxped bag, but won't be my last.

Sazabi · **Reply #16 on:** October 21, 2011, 05:05:23 PM

TW: If the floppy compression straps are bothering you, look into a couple Web Dominators; they bundle unused straps into something non-annoying. The best thing about them is that if you need the extra strap, just unroll it to however much strap you need.

The Warrior · **Reply #17 on:** October 23, 2011, 02:14:51 AM

Quote from: Sazabi on October 21, 2011, 05:05:23 PM

TW: If the floppy compression straps are bothering you, look into a couple Web Dominators; they bundle unused straps into something non-annoying. The best thing about them is that if you need the extra strap, just unroll it to however much strap you need.

I am going to get some of those. It really doesn't bother me, tbh, but it would look better if they were rolled up.

turnsouth · **Reply #18 on:** October 23, 2011, 02:51:13 AM

Quote from: The Warrior on October 21, 2011, 05:30:03 AM

I have an olive drab Falcon II, and I love it. Heavy duty as can be. I wanted a smallish backpack, as my edc/BOB. I already have an ALICE pack as my extended stay BOB. I was worried about it being too small for me, as I'm 6'2", 280 lbs, but no issues at all. I love it. My first Maxped bag, but won't be my last.

This is not good, my wife would kill me if I bought a Falcon II. But after seeing these pictures..."must resist, temptation is too great..."

Beerplumber · **Reply #19 on:** October 23, 2011, 06:16:22 PM

I ordered up a black jumbo EDC! Now the wait... Then pics! Thanks for the advice all!

turnsouth · **Reply #20 on:** October 23, 2011, 07:49:07 PM

Speaking of pics, didn't someone say something about a dye job?

Steve

tattoosteve99 · **Reply #21 on:** October 23, 2011, 08:28:17 PM

Quote from: turnsouth on October 23, 2011, 07:49:07 PM

Speaking of pics, didn't someone say something about a dye job?
Steve

Crap. You caught me. I'll get them up today.

tattoosteve99 · **Reply #22 on:** October 23, 2011, 09:48:23 PM

Pics. This is the only spot dye didn't take on the outside. Elastic. Who knew?

There ya go. One OD green bag dyed black.

turnsouth · **Reply #23 on:** October 23, 2011, 09:56:33 PM

Well, that looks really good

How did you get the coated nylon to take the dye?

Janitor · **Reply #24 on:** October 23, 2011, 10:16:45 PM

Wow - that came out really nice.

tattoosteve99 · **Reply #25 on:** October 23, 2011, 11:00:20 PM

I took a tip from a tactical forum. I use a five gallon bucket. 1/2 full if hot water and 1 cup of vinegar. Wet bag and add it to water. Stir for about 10 minutes then cap the bucket for at least 24 hours. Rinse and wash with detergent and there you go. It has worked on 4 bags so far.

Beerplumber · **Reply #26 on:** November 22, 2011, 06:13:09 PM

Just got my jumbo edc. I really like it so far except the lack of closure in the main pocket. The flap buckles over but is by no means sealed in any way. Shouldn't be a huge issue as everyone says the drawstring closure is annoying more than helpful. Might have to stitch something in like a zipper but I'll wait and see if I really need to first.

cerbera147 · **Reply #27 on:** November 22, 2011, 06:41:16 PM

Quote from: Beerplumber on November 22, 2011, 06:13:09 PM

Just got my jumbo edc. I really like it so far except the lack of closure in the main pocket. The flap buckles over but is by no means sealed in any way. Shouldn't be a huge issue as everyone says the drawstring closure is annoying more than helpful. Might have to stitch something in like a zipper but I'll wait and see if I really need to first.

I have the Fatboy which has the drawstring. I have no issue with it at all. I generally keep it tucked it in which covers the inner pockets but that works for me

Pacu · **Reply #28 on:** November 22, 2011, 11:04:07 PM

I got a Jumbo earlier this year from a member here ( gracias!)

I plan on using it to carry my camera, water bottle and light jacket at disneyworld in a few weeks.

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