>>355345I probably shouldnt have come off too strong about my views on tactical bags, I myself would probably buy a maxpedition Zafar for a nice day bag or even a overnighter, but I see this major underlying sort of "ignorance" regrading these bags. Which isnt really a bad thing.
>Most pack systems now have some sort of saddlebag system, expansion set of bags, compression straps to attempt to let them shrink and expand. Thats sort of a stretch to call that modular, but I suppose it is, but not the same way as you would if you have a molle system where you add significant weight and cost to get that "modular" ability. Im assuming something like an osprey Farpoint 55 which has a detachable daypack integrated into the bag is what your referring too, but then again these companies spend money and research into making these bags as light and as comfortable as they can be to gain that competitive edge in the market place, so they are similar, yet not.
>most "tactical molle" packs are simply based on tried and true military designs that have worked great for soldiers. If you were a soldier deployed in a warzone, Id most wholeheartedly recommend a bag from a company I listed. If you arent and are using your bag for "recreational use" then Id suggest something more tailored for that. I don't consider combat recreation. Lets say you buy a osprey kestrel 38 for 160 dollars, which could be potentially used for both day hiking and multi day trips. The money that you would spend on 100-300 dollar tactical bag, and the probably 100 dollar molle attachment gear add ons, not to mention the gear you would put in it does not seem very conducive if you take into account cost, weight, and size of the pack.
What you get out of these bags that osprey, or REI, or Kelty give you is the industries top technological solution to your outdoor problems. These bags are not only tried and true like tactical bags, they are more comfortable, ergonomic, and light weight.
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