I just ordered the Bravo Max Sling V2 in the black xpac version. Your review really helped make the final decision to get it. I appreciate your videos and love the one takes.
Nice but you missed two important points, the first you did not put it on you and the second the little loop in the bottom is used to hold a MAGNETIC STABILIZER STRAP.
This was great. Was trying to find a review on this item also that just didn't talk about the same stuff. The lack of clam shell and seeing you fuss around with the flaps just for the camera was really insightful. Great job and thanks man.
I actually like that the front pocket doesn’t zip open all the way as I think most people would be accessing their bag while having it on and standing up. And the last thing I’d want is for everything to spill out. Secondly, I’m pretty sure the strap comes off the bag just in case you want the shoulder pad to be on the other shoulder.
I did agree with you on the removable strap, but when I wanted to Frankenstein the strap from another alpaka sling to make the strap longer...I can appreciate the ability to take it on and off.
Excellent review, as always. Is the OD X-pac/Orange interior colorway Special Edition of this bag still available from any present day sources? It is a nice bag and would be a great addition to the collection. Thanks. for a very persuasive review!
My quest to acquire an Alpaka Max Pro in OD X-pac with the blaze orange lining came to a successful end just this morning, as the postman delivered a package to our front door. I am pleased and will be pressing the new sling bag into immediate service. Thanks to all involved in making same happen! 😀
The shoulder strap isn’t sewn in because it’s intended to be reversible for ambidextrous carry. Sewing it in would have limited it to only one shoulder, which sucks for lefties like me. Thanks for the review.
@@ThePerfectBag I’m willing to bet that the issue wouldn’t be whether or not they could make it, but that they’d have to figure out what quantities to stock. Maxpedition is huge compared to a small brand like Alpaka. Much smarter business decision to make an ambidextrous strap than to have two different product lines and inevitably end up having to put one of them on back order and the other on clearance sale.
Was on the fence about the this bag, but I've been a fan of Alpaka products. I went ahead and pulled the trigger on it today. Thanks as always for the great reviews. Question: What's the Anker Nano brick you showed. I've been looking for something smaller than the Apple standard one I have.
Awesome review, you got a new sub. A top view would help see some interior details better, but then it would make editing as you are going with the one take review. Also would be nice to see how it carries on the back or side depending on which bag is being reviewed
man, still deciding if I want this to carry my iPad Pro 12.9“ or if I think that this is too big for a sling bag…I own and love my Aer Day Sling 2 Max XPAC and normally this kind of sling is the maximus size I‘d like to carry, but it obviously doesn’t fit a 12.9“ iPad…
Just now moving down from an AER City pack to a smaller carry, in your presentation, you state there is Fidlock clasps, I do not think they are Fidlock brand. May sway some. This bag looks great. Any other recommendations for a 10 liter bag?
Hello Wanderer! I can't say how much I appreciated your help back when I was searching for the perfect EDC sling. You went out of your way to provide me with some amazing suggestions. I ended up going with the the Aer Day Sling 3 then up to the Bellroy 9l. My latest purchase was the new Alpaka air sling v2. I didn't think I would like the flap design but after watching some of the videos, I think it'll be a good fit. I've certainly fallen down the EDC rabbit hole. It's just so nice being out without having so much stuffed in my pockets. :)
@@ThePerfectBag They helped me a great deal! Even better is you pointed me in the direction of some bags I would have never considered. In doing so you pretty much helped me figure out exactly what I wanted from my bags. It goes without saying but organization is key. I'll continue to watch your videos as I plunge further down the EDC rabbit hole. :)
Love the review! I’m almost sold on it but my question is how does it do with accumulating sweat? Being from Texas all we have is hot and hotter weather here and I wouldn’t want to ruin the materials from sweating so much.
Ah! Good question! It’s not as hot here, it I haven’t noticed a big problem. Check the return policy, maybe you could try it and send back if it doesn’t look like it would work?
Very different bag. I’d compare this one to the Metromonger from Greenroom - which is a better bag than this Alpaka for sure… but the Alpaka is sleeker, and lighter. The Metromonger can get fairly heavy as the day goes on
nice review..what is the brands brown/camouflage with brwon logo /white backpcacks please?How many liters they can carry each bags i mentioned please?How much each bags in USD please?Where Can I buy Online or Physical Stores in USA or in Philippines please?
I got the bag and I would say I don't recommend it for two major issues - IDK who thought it was good idea to have metal zipper pulls they make an insane amount of noise when you move I replaced mine with plastic ones but I damaged one zipper on main pocket it annoyed the @#$% out of me - the main pocket will get smaller the more you fill the front pocket which is extremely annoying, it says 10L if you fill the front pocket you can't even fill 4L, so the front pocket are useless if use more than 2 it will just eat from the main pocket
Well if you fill the front full and it cuts into the main compartment you’re still getting your 10L of storage. Bag measurements for volume take all pockets into consideration. So honestly that’s not a fair point in my opinion cause it sounds like you’re asking for 10L in the main area PLUS extra liters in the other pockets. If that makes sense.
Complaining about a removable strap is very... nitpicky? A removable strap objectively is better cus when the sew on strap fails (like it always will do vs buckles) you're have a busted bag you now need to either fix yourself or get fixed vs the durability of a removable.
I find all his complaints to be too nit picky also. Like he is looking for something to complain about. Like the hidden pocket one. It is only meant to hold a passport, a thin wallet, a tracking tag, cash. You are not to pack a book in there!
I have this sling and I share his feelings about the strap becoming significantly more substantial and abit clumsy with the buckles. That said, someone already explained why bc reversing allows the padding to accommodate the side youre wearing it
Here's another option from NOMATIC - th-cam.com/video/mXDZe6K0XK8/w-d-xo.html
I just ordered the Bravo Max Sling V2 in the black xpac version. Your review really helped make the final decision to get it. I appreciate your videos and love the one takes.
I love the front pouch not opening all the way, avoids dumping things out when getting into the pouch while standing and opening bag when on the go!
A good point! I’m sure more people agree with you on that.
Nice but you missed two important points, the first you did not put it on you and the second the little loop in the bottom is used to hold a MAGNETIC STABILIZER STRAP.
Thx!
This was great. Was trying to find a review on this item also that just didn't talk about the same stuff. The lack of clam shell and seeing you fuss around with the flaps just for the camera was really insightful. Great job and thanks man.
I actually like that the front pocket doesn’t zip open all the way as I think most people would be accessing their bag while having it on and standing up. And the last thing I’d want is for everything to spill out.
Secondly, I’m pretty sure the strap comes off the bag just in case you want the shoulder pad to be on the other shoulder.
Thx for watching Ry! I think your point about the front pocket is a good one
I did agree with you on the removable strap, but when I wanted to Frankenstein the strap from another alpaka sling to make the strap longer...I can appreciate the ability to take it on and off.
If you remove the strap you can reverse it and change carry shoulders i have one and i do that it helps with fatigue
Thx!
Excellent review, as always. Is the OD X-pac/Orange interior colorway Special Edition of this bag still available from any present day sources? It is a nice bag and would be a great addition to the collection. Thanks. for a very persuasive review!
They just released a coyote version - not sure about OD Green
@@ThePerfectBag Thank you fpr the response and your suggestion. However, I'm hung up on the OD/Blaze Orange colorway. So alas, the quest continues!
My quest to acquire an Alpaka Max Pro in OD X-pac with the blaze orange lining came to a successful end just this morning, as the postman delivered a package to our front door. I am pleased and will be pressing the new sling bag into immediate service. Thanks to all involved in making same happen! 😀
Does the laptop and ipad pocket touch the bottom or is it suspended as to not damage the tech when put on hard ground?
If I remember correctly, yes. This one is suspended, but not as much as the best in class backpacks are. But some degree of protection.
Also wish the lid opened up larger!
The shoulder strap isn’t sewn in because it’s intended to be reversible for ambidextrous carry. Sewing it in would have limited it to only one shoulder, which sucks for lefties like me. Thanks for the review.
It’s a good point! Wonder how difficult it is to offer different versions like maxpedition does….
@@ThePerfectBag I’m willing to bet that the issue wouldn’t be whether or not they could make it, but that they’d have to figure out what quantities to stock. Maxpedition is huge compared to a small brand like Alpaka. Much smarter business decision to make an ambidextrous strap than to have two different product lines and inevitably end up having to put one of them on back order and the other on clearance sale.
That D ring is for the
stabiliser strap sold seperately
Was on the fence about the this bag, but I've been a fan of Alpaka products. I went ahead and pulled the trigger on it today. Thanks as always for the great reviews. Question: What's the Anker Nano brick you showed. I've been looking for something smaller than the Apple standard one I have.
amzn.to/42VIa6z this is the newest version
@@ThePerfectBag Wow!! Even smaller! Thank you so much!
Like the way you do these reviews
Thanks George - welcome to the channel!
Awesome review, you got a new sub. A top view would help see some interior details better, but then it would make editing as you are going with the one take review. Also would be nice to see how it carries on the back or side depending on which bag is being reviewed
Thanks so much!!! I’ll think about how to get those better shots!!! Welcome to the channel chinmay
man, still deciding if I want this to carry my iPad Pro 12.9“ or if I think that this is too big for a sling bag…I own and love my Aer Day Sling 2 Max XPAC and normally this kind of sling is the maximus size I‘d like to carry, but it obviously doesn’t fit a 12.9“ iPad…
For a device that big I’d honestly recommend a small, small backpack. GoRuck has bullet laptops on sale right now and the CT15 is on sale too!
@@ThePerfectBag yeah, I figured, thanks for the input!
Hi thanks for your great review, will your AirPods Max fit in no problem, Thanks.
Yes no issue but it really limits what else can be carried
Got this bag 2 weeks ago and its awesome
Totally agree!!!
Just now moving down from an AER City pack to a smaller carry, in your presentation, you state there is Fidlock clasps, I do not think they are Fidlock brand. May sway some. This bag looks great. Any other recommendations for a 10 liter bag?
Thanks for that detail - are you looking specifically for a sling style?
@@ThePerfectBag yes, preferably a sling between eight and 10 L
Ok. If you like Aer style, you might like the Aer Travel Sling 2 or the Wexley Finley Sling - or the DSPTCH Sling Pack.
@@ThePerfectBag thank you for the recommendations. I will check them all out. Keep up the great work.
Ordered one two days ago its already shipped its multicam black looks to tight though why so damned tight alpaca why???
Hello Wanderer! I can't say how much I appreciated your help back when I was searching for the perfect EDC sling. You went out of your way to provide me with some amazing suggestions. I ended up going with the the Aer Day Sling 3 then up to the Bellroy 9l. My latest purchase was the new Alpaka air sling v2. I didn't think I would like the flap design but after watching some of the videos, I think it'll be a good fit. I've certainly fallen down the EDC rabbit hole. It's just so nice being out without having so much stuffed in my pockets. :)
That’s so amazing! I’m delighted that my videos have been helpful to you! Thanks for watching @GenefactoR
@@ThePerfectBag They helped me a great deal! Even better is you pointed me in the direction of some bags I would have never considered. In doing so you pretty much helped me figure out exactly what I wanted from my bags. It goes without saying but organization is key. I'll continue to watch your videos as I plunge further down the EDC rabbit hole. :)
Love the review! I’m almost sold on it but my question is how does it do with accumulating sweat? Being from Texas all we have is hot and hotter weather here and I wouldn’t want to ruin the materials from sweating so much.
Ah! Good question! It’s not as hot here, it I haven’t noticed a big problem. Check the return policy, maybe you could try it and send back if it doesn’t look like it would work?
Is it better or worse that the green room metro runner?
Very different bag. I’d compare this one to the Metromonger from Greenroom - which is a better bag than this Alpaka for sure… but the Alpaka is sleeker, and lighter. The Metromonger can get fairly heavy as the day goes on
nice review..what is the brands brown/camouflage with brwon logo /white backpcacks please?How many liters they can carry each bags i mentioned please?How much each bags in USD please?Where Can I buy Online or Physical Stores in USA or in Philippines please?
Are you talking about the bags on the wall behind me?
l love the color.
Me too! Especially with the orange I terior
Still contemplating on getting this but I wish they had zippers for the pockets in the main compartment. Would've been perfect!
Agreed - or at least elastic
@@ThePerfectBag just pulled the trigger I grabbed the black one. Thanks
Hope you like it!
You should check out the Alpaka Alpha Messenger and their Alpha Sling
I’ve been wanting to!
Can it fit for 15inch laptop?
14 inch MacBook Pro yes - so I guess depends on the size of the laptop
Btw, do you think I could squeeze a sony a6400 with a laptop in there without any problems?
Depends on how many lenses and what type. The body and kit lens likely no problem at all!
@@ThePerfectBag Thanks man. Nothing crazy.
I got the bag and I would say I don't recommend it for two major issues
- IDK who thought it was good idea to have metal zipper pulls they make an insane amount of noise when you move I replaced mine with plastic ones but I damaged one zipper on main pocket it annoyed the @#$% out of me
- the main pocket will get smaller the more you fill the front pocket which is extremely annoying, it says 10L if you fill the front pocket you can't even fill 4L, so the front pocket are useless if use more than 2 it will just eat from the main pocket
Thanks a ton for being willing to share your perspective about the bag!
Well if you fill the front full and it cuts into the main compartment you’re still getting your 10L of storage. Bag measurements for volume take all pockets into consideration. So honestly that’s not a fair point in my opinion cause it sounds like you’re asking for 10L in the main area PLUS extra liters in the other pockets. If that makes sense.
can it hold a samsung tab s8 ultra?
I don’t have one to test fit - but it holds my iPad Pro with zero issues
Is this bag good for concealed carrying
I don’t carry - but I don’t think there is a purpose built place for you to carry. I think you have better options like the LV10 from 5.11
That USB power adapted is fugly.
What is that shoulder/tote camo bag called? looks cool. Thank you.
Mission Workshop Drift Tote Review and Walkthrough- EDC Carry Bag
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The D Ring on the bottom the bag is for a stabilizer strap (sold separately)
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Cost me $128.0O
I got to the "ugly honker" part and gave up. No point in buying any items which display this non-sense and disgusting feature.
Complaining about a removable strap is very... nitpicky? A removable strap objectively is better cus when the sew on strap fails (like it always will do vs buckles) you're have a busted bag you now need to either fix yourself or get fixed vs the durability of a removable.
Thx for watching Kuma and sharing your thoughts!!!
I find all his complaints to be too nit picky also. Like he is looking for something to complain about. Like the hidden pocket one. It is only meant to hold a passport, a thin wallet, a tracking tag, cash. You are not to pack a book in there!
I have this sling and I share his feelings about the strap becoming significantly more substantial and abit clumsy with the buckles. That said, someone already explained why bc reversing allows the padding to accommodate the side youre wearing it