Carhartt in like new condition, a GSP, Filson..tell me you're a hipster without telling me you're a hispter. All jokes aside, nice pack! Was thinking about getting one, then came across the North Bay from Frost River. A LOT cheaper, made in USA, has zippers and I got mine in black waxed canvas.
Hello, I use to have the leather version and sold it 😢. I find my self never feel confidence with the front pocket. I wish they did something different with it. But I regret selling it!
Like you George, I’m a bag nut, Frost River, Duluth pack, Nutsack, Fjallraven, Pack Animal, 511, Flint & Tinder, ALPAKA Tuff Pussum, The Hidden Woodsman, Vertx, Maxpedition, Viktos , Vanquest, and a few more. I have allot of bags, and appreciate a great bag. In the last few years Filson has made bad decisions, that was one of them, first they did away with the leather piece that holds the straps to your back, then…, not sure why they started making the journeyman overseas. I fear Filson will be one of those iconic companies that will ultimately fall. They still make their Mckenaw line of clothing and accessories here, but I’m sorry don’t fool the customer sending products once made here, charging top dollar and then hide that from the public. I had a hard time getting them to fess up. Happy NY George..
They’ve had several changes of ownership over the last couple of decades. It’s not the same company or ethic. Their heavy wool stuff is still good, their twill and canvas stuff is good too, but yes, the prices have long gone bonkers. For the money they charge, I would expect them to be fabricated domestically.
A great pack from Filson. Solid build quality and will last a long while. Good to hear Huckberry is carrying them too. The pack reminds of my old college Jansport pack - floppy but comfortable. Wish they did a bridle leather bottom on this pack. But that would just add more weight. Good review sir. Happy Holidays.
I have an Otter Green Journeyman that was made in 2019. There's just no substitute for how it looks and carries. All the other heritage backpacks I've looked at are ugly ducklings compared to the Journeyman. Yes it sucks that it's now made in Vietnam (although comparing a MiV to my MiUSA one there is no discernible difference in quality) and yes it also sucks that the newer Journeymans come with an annoying 'Filson' branding patch on the bottom right corner- it just means I will hold on to mine for as long as I can!
oh no...400 dollar bags are an absolute no. I like a bag that lasts but I also like to think practically and a lot of inexpensive bags will fit the bill if you look for the right attributes. They can serve just as well especially if you mod them with a needle and thread.
Christ is this for real? I legitimately have like 4 of these.. I could prob prove it if anyone was sincerly interested. Maybe I'll post them on my insta.
I loved Filson when they were manufactured in Seattle…the cost of their bags are just too much for me
Love that bag, when it was made in USA, I ordered one, then found out it’s now made overseas, returned it. For the price you can get US made bags.
Wait where is it made now?
"Pretty large purchase that went unnoticed " 😂
Are you ever planning to review the Hill People Gear Umlindi? Such a special outdoor backpack.
The latest Journeyman are Made in Vietnam and the Water bottle holder compartments are missing.
Great stuff. Would love to see an update on your current thoughts on this. Heavily considering getting it!
Great reviews. How is the bag holding up?
I use the otter green Journeyman as my EDC, wonderful bag!
Carhartt in like new condition, a GSP, Filson..tell me you're a hipster without telling me you're a hispter. All jokes aside, nice pack! Was thinking about getting one, then came across the North Bay from Frost River. A LOT cheaper, made in USA, has zippers and I got mine in black waxed canvas.
Great review! Thx!
I have a Journeyman that’s canvas and green but I don’t want to go through the trouble of selling on eBay, is there any other way to sell it ?
I would love to see you review the Bone Tactical Gray Man Operations Pack. Awesome video btw keep them coming I really do enjoy them.
1k is wild
I always wanted a filson bag since I already bought a couple of frost river. But considering the weight I just gave up and chose a 10L from Tom Bihn
Hello, I use to have the leather version and sold it 😢. I find my self never feel confidence with the front pocket. I wish they did something different with it. But I regret selling it!
Like you George, I’m a bag nut, Frost River, Duluth pack, Nutsack, Fjallraven, Pack Animal, 511, Flint & Tinder, ALPAKA Tuff Pussum, The Hidden Woodsman, Vertx, Maxpedition, Viktos , Vanquest, and a few more. I have allot of bags, and appreciate a great bag. In the last few years Filson has made bad decisions, that was one of them, first they did away with the leather piece that holds the straps to your back, then…, not sure why they started making the journeyman overseas. I fear Filson will be one of those iconic companies that will ultimately fall. They still make their Mckenaw line of clothing and accessories here, but I’m sorry don’t fool the customer sending products once made here, charging top dollar and then hide that from the public. I had a hard time getting them to fess up. Happy NY George..
They’ve had several changes of ownership over the last couple of decades. It’s not the same company or ethic. Their heavy wool stuff is still good, their twill and canvas stuff is good too, but yes, the prices have long gone bonkers.
For the money they charge, I would expect them to be fabricated domestically.
Saw a guy other day in Tennessee resembled you wo the beard.
I am waiting on my 2024 Alpha 1 niner 1.5.
A great pack from Filson. Solid build quality and will last a long while. Good to hear Huckberry is carrying them too. The pack reminds of my old college Jansport pack - floppy but comfortable. Wish they did a bridle leather bottom on this pack. But that would just add more weight. Good review sir. Happy Holidays.
I love GSP's
Do u like the Filson or Bexar u reviewed earlier?
Little early to say.. This is just first impressions..
I have an Otter Green Journeyman that was made in 2019. There's just no substitute for how it looks and carries. All the other heritage backpacks I've looked at are ugly ducklings compared to the Journeyman. Yes it sucks that it's now made in Vietnam (although comparing a MiV to my MiUSA one there is no discernible difference in quality) and yes it also sucks that the newer Journeymans come with an annoying 'Filson' branding patch on the bottom right corner- it just means I will hold on to mine for as long as I can!
This style pack isn’t for me but I still value your video 👍
Hey George, heritage trend for 2024?
Probably not.. There aren't that many good ones and the EDC community is really heavy in to x-pac and sailcloth fabrics. It my style tho. See ya
@@GeorgeDEFINEDI would like to know some more North American heritage brands. WF SFO bags is reissuing some of theirs I guess.
oh no...400 dollar bags are an absolute no. I like a bag that lasts but I also like to think practically and a lot of inexpensive bags will fit the bill if you look for the right attributes. They can serve just as well especially if you mod them with a needle and thread.
You get what you pay for 🤷♂️ buy used Frost River, lots of good deals on them 👍 Filson Roll top is my next rucksack 😎
you could cut out some Styrofoam, wrap it, and put in below the laptop area
🎁🎒😎👍
it is plain ugly :)
Christ is this for real? I legitimately have like 4 of these.. I could prob prove it if anyone was sincerly interested. Maybe I'll post them on my insta.
It’s made in Vietnam though, and not in America. Still think it’s worth it?