Being a stream fisherman I've gone from a fishing vest to a small backpack and now a Ribz pack it allows you to have your gear easily accessible without having to take on and off the pack to get to your gear, but if you need additional gear and clothing you can have a small pack for food and additional clothing and other items on your back too. It's well worth thinking about and having in your toolbox for outdoor fishing trips and other adventures when you want things at your fingertips immediately. CrOcket converted me long ago and is one of those people who's always keeping us up to date on the latest and greatest without bias opinions based on manufacturers pros and cons, he uses them and evaluates based on his own experiences and that's what makes him unique! Yes CrOcket you're unique!! Haha!
Hey Crocket, I got a Ribz pack a couple years ago when you offered that discount code. After 2 years of heavy use I absolutely love this thing, even if my girlfriend calls it a fanny pack -_-' . On light day hikes I only take my ribz with the essentials and leave the pack at home. Thanks for turning me onto this product, its turned me into more of a "lightweight" backpacker and my back and legs thank you for it.
+Jenult Not sure if I mentioned this or not, but another aspect I like is I just leave it packed with everything. then when it's time to go I can just grab the ribz pack with everything in it. Makes it easy.
The first time I heard of a ribz pack was here at this channel and I bought one immediately. Just an invaluable piece of gear in my opinion. Usually I carry my camp protection with all the trimmings on one side and my survival items on the other. What surprises me is none of the big players like REI have come out with their own version of a ribz pack yet.
+doug “bearcountryhiker” nc I know there are a couple different options out there. I think Mountainpeople carry something similar if memory serves correct. I agree though, for me it has been a great addition to my overall setup.
Nice setup. I have some small pockets on the waste belt of my backpack but it looks really handy to have access to more stuff on the go. Thanks for the video :) - Martin
My kit is a little more obnoxious but, I'm still rocking a USGI Field Load Carrier (FLC), the modern LBE. I keep camera lenses and survival gear in AR mag pouches, and includes 1/2 gal. of water with 2x canteens, canteen cup/stove combo for cooking -- and subsequently for load balance without a pack. Works great and it won't tear!
Love the RIBZ! Don't go adventuring without it. Use it for the stuff I need to get to quickly and most often while in camp or on the trail. Provides a good carry option while on the trail. Love it!!!
on side I have put a holster in one pocket and I have firearm and mag. in smaller pocket is a knife, light and paricard. Other side, is a small insulin kit and some trail mix for snacks, camera and misc stuff. They are really next. Had my last one since you did the promo on them. It's a great item to have and its easier get items one needs instead of removing a back pack.
Probably the best piece of gear I own, I can't recommend them enough. I have mine set up so I could live out of it in an emergency. While camping anytime I go out of sight of the tent it's on me. thanks for giving the discount codes a couple years ago.
+Cr0cket20 I carry these in my ribs for emergency use, got it from cabelas in the boating area. you should do a review www.orionsignals.com/applications/outdoor-and-wilderness/product/96.html
I have one for hiking and another that hangs off the back of the passenger seat in my truck that stores most of my emergency gear. Having it there allows me quick access to the attached strap cutter and window breaker, as well as the enclosed med kit.
That's great Crocket! Neat video idea. A couple questions; I think you used to carry your G27 cross drawn on the left rib at one time, is that still an option or are you doing something differently these days? Also, is the Buck Punk still one of your primary go-to knives?
+Patriot36 Still use the ribz as a carry option. Although I've gone to my xds. Slimmer and easier to carry. Certainly not the most effective bear gun, but better than nothing I suppose.
+Cr0cket20 Ah...cool! It made an impression back when you posted that video, and if it's still something you're using it sort of reinforces that it's a great set-up. Nah, I think it's a great little option for bear defense. Our blackies almost always run when they get hurt. For hunting them, I'd use something bigger simply for ethical reasons to reduce any undo suffering.
Have you considered an 18650 headlamp at all. A single cell stores about as much energy as 4AAs at a 1A discharge rate. Might be able to cut your weight in half or more while giving you a lot more light when you really want it. Thanks for the great vid! :)
Hi Crocket, Like the video, looks like there is plenty of room in your front packs. I carry a lumbar pack in front; containing mostly camera stuff, navigation, fire, light. Like you I do this mainly because of speed, to quickly record the stuff I encounter, without holding up my walking buddies too much! In regard to speed, I am slow to pack and organise because I carry usually a bit more items (ability), and I pack them more precisely and tightly into my packs. With this quest for speed, I'm now considering options to speed up my systems. Have you got around to speeding up your system? - How did you do that?
+ookiemand If I understand correctly you're asking if I've found a way to speed up the packing process? Yes. I put out a vid awhile ago that addresses that subject. In a nut shell, I have my backpacking eqp centralized in one location (at least most of it). This makes grabbing everything much easier and I'm not running all over for it.
I've seen that video, and it's good. But I'm talking about the in the field situation, when you arrive and leave the camp site. I'm considering to have a 1 big compartment backpack, and having a few separate durable plastic bags inside for food, clothes, sleeping bag, tent/hammock, all in order of need. So when packing up, I just fill up the plastic bags, and put those in the backpack. Many items have compacting and compressing features/tools, and I'm thinking that that I want to trade some of that compactness in for speed, since it takes up so much time to disassemble and carefully stuff item away in a backpack that narrowly fits it's content. Speedy and easy deployment I think is under rated. Easy of use is under rated too, with frozen fingers and being dead-tired body and mind in the dark wet outdoors it's not fun and safe or possible to fiddle around, You just want to be quick and certain, without possibly breaking stuff or failing at things because your poor condition and situation. Simple things that work fast, easy, certainly, and all the time. How much time do you need to make and break up camp?
+ookiemand ah, gotcha. It's very similar actually. What I found is that I was getting all spread out. I do my best to keep things grouped together. Another thing I do is the day that I'm going to leave, in the morning I will start gathering things and packing as much as I can. That way when time to go most of it is done.
Well, a buddy just got to me asking for a 3 day hike, preferably with snow. So I'll have to get the system sorted and tested soon ;) Thanks for the replies, have a lovely Christmas, and a happy new year! - if you ever come to the Netherlands 'm happy to show you around!
Thanks for the video. Did you go with the medium size or the large size. I am getting one very soon but I can't decide if the larger size is the way to go or the smaller size. Any suggestions?
Thanks for the info. The medium looks like the right size for a support system to a larger bag. It also looks more comfortable for around camp and looks to be cooler.
Really like the Ribz but just generates too much heat in warmer climates. Where I am the heat can be challenging and if you have a pack on your back and this on your front you can start to boil.
+neanderthor66 I do. As I grabbed this off from hanging on the wall I forgot to include. Actually I've changed to my XDS as it's slimmer and easier to carry. Lately really depends on the trip as well. For day trips I often just leave on my hip if I'm carrying a lighter pack that doesn't require a hip belt.
+Ben Sutton I will use a holster. Best method I have found is to sew some velcro into the ribz pack. Then attach velcro to the back of the holster. Works great and keeps the trigger covered and the gun from moving all over the place.
Nice to see the pack breakdown. Familiar stuff. Some gear just has staying power.
Being a stream fisherman I've gone from a fishing vest to a small backpack and now a Ribz pack it allows you to have your gear easily accessible without having to take on and off the pack to get to your gear, but if you need additional gear and clothing you can have a small pack for food and additional clothing and other items on your back too. It's well worth thinking about and having in your toolbox for outdoor fishing trips and other adventures when you want things at your fingertips immediately. CrOcket converted me long ago and is one of those people who's always keeping us up to date on the latest and greatest without bias opinions based on manufacturers pros and cons, he uses them and evaluates based on his own experiences and that's what makes him unique! Yes CrOcket you're unique!! Haha!
Nice to see EDC updates on the ribs packs. Great value, I like how I can wear a jacket and still have access to gear.
The tube item is called a Buff in the UK. Thanks for all your videos. Very enjoyable.
Hey Crocket, I got a Ribz pack a couple years ago when you offered that discount code. After 2 years of heavy use I absolutely love this thing, even if my girlfriend calls it a fanny pack -_-' . On light day hikes I only take my ribz with the essentials and leave the pack at home. Thanks for turning me onto this product, its turned me into more of a "lightweight" backpacker and my back and legs thank you for it.
+Jenult Not sure if I mentioned this or not, but another aspect I like is I just leave it packed with everything. then when it's time to go I can just grab the ribz pack with everything in it. Makes it easy.
I like the ribs pack, this is the first time I have seen one. Thanks for sharing.................THUMBS UP
Great piece of gear. Carries emergency kit, camera gear, snacks, what ever you want.
The first time I heard of a ribz pack was here at this channel and I bought one immediately. Just an invaluable piece of gear in my opinion. Usually I carry my camp protection with all the trimmings on one side and my survival items on the other. What surprises me is none of the big players like REI have come out with their own version of a ribz pack yet.
+doug “bearcountryhiker” nc I know there are a couple different options out there. I think Mountainpeople carry something similar if memory serves correct. I agree though, for me it has been a great addition to my overall setup.
Always fun to see how guys organize their gear!
+DrZ Amen to that. Gives me great ideas.
Nice setup. I have some small pockets on the waste belt of my backpack but it looks really handy to have access to more stuff on the go. Thanks for the video :)
- Martin
+NorwegianWoods Right on the money.
My kit is a little more obnoxious but, I'm still rocking a USGI Field Load Carrier (FLC), the modern LBE. I keep camera lenses and survival gear in AR mag pouches, and includes 1/2 gal. of water with 2x canteens, canteen cup/stove combo for cooking -- and subsequently for load balance without a pack. Works great and it won't tear!
Love the RIBZ! Don't go adventuring without it. Use it for the stuff I need to get to quickly and most often while in camp or on the trail. Provides a good carry option while on the trail. Love it!!!
+johnnyr612028 I'm right there with you my friend. Thanks for watching.
on side I have put a holster in one pocket and I have firearm and mag. in smaller pocket is a knife, light and paricard. Other side, is a small insulin kit and some trail mix for snacks, camera and misc stuff. They are really next. Had my last one since you did the promo on them. It's a great item to have and its easier get items one needs instead of removing a back pack.
Probably the best piece of gear I own, I can't recommend them enough. I have mine set up so I could live out of it in an emergency. While camping anytime I go out of sight of the tent it's on me. thanks for giving the discount codes a couple years ago.
+Braden pryor Glad it has been of use to you.
+Cr0cket20 I carry these in my ribs for emergency use, got it from cabelas in the boating area. you should do a review www.orionsignals.com/applications/outdoor-and-wilderness/product/96.html
I love mine. I have used them for years. Very versatile. I recently posted a video showing them as my 24 hour/survival gear.
I have one for hiking and another that hangs off the back of the passenger seat in my truck that stores most of my emergency gear. Having it there allows me quick access to the attached strap cutter and window breaker, as well as the enclosed med kit.
+mikeh0222 great idea!
Best part of my gear is my RIBZ. Everything you need is right there. Great video as always. oh RIBZ are 40% off on the green or gray right now
Where can you get them?
That's great Crocket! Neat video idea. A couple questions; I think you used to carry your G27 cross drawn on the left rib at one time, is that still an option or are you doing something differently these days? Also, is the Buck Punk still one of your primary go-to knives?
+Patriot36 Still use the ribz as a carry option. Although I've gone to my xds. Slimmer and easier to carry. Certainly not the most effective bear gun, but better than nothing I suppose.
+Cr0cket20 Ah...cool! It made an impression back when you posted that video, and if it's still something you're using it sort of reinforces that it's a great set-up. Nah, I think it's a great little option for bear defense. Our blackies almost always run when they get hurt. For hunting them, I'd use something bigger simply for ethical reasons to reduce any undo suffering.
Get a Silky Saw! But those packs are great. Must show them to the son-in-law. Merry Christmas, friend, to you and your wife and kids.
+sabr686 Merry Christmas to you and yours as well.
Have you considered an 18650 headlamp at all. A single cell stores about as much energy as 4AAs at a 1A discharge rate. Might be able to cut your weight in half or more while giving you a lot more light when you really want it. Thanks for the great vid! :)
+Patriot36 I have not. Sounds like a great option to cut a little extra off. Every little bit adds up.
+Cr0cket20 Cool! You might check out the Zebralight H600 MKII for starters. It's one of my favorites of all the good ones being made right now.
thumbs up to the Rib Pack !! A simple neck knife is good. 3:29 We call that a Neck tube Scarf. Do you carry a Field note book in there?
+Kanzee I don't. I had one at one point but just didn't use it enough.
Your system is well thought out. I am not quite that organized.
+Gun Sense (drmaudio) LOl it drives me nuts when I have to hunt for something. I like to be organized...most of the time.
Hi Crocket,
Like the video, looks like there is plenty of room in your front packs.
I carry a lumbar pack in front; containing mostly camera stuff, navigation, fire, light.
Like you I do this mainly because of speed, to quickly record the stuff I encounter, without holding up my walking buddies too much!
In regard to speed, I am slow to pack and organise because I carry usually a bit more items (ability), and I pack them more precisely and tightly into my packs. With this quest for speed, I'm now considering options to speed up my systems.
Have you got around to speeding up your system? - How did you do that?
+ookiemand If I understand correctly you're asking if I've found a way to speed up the packing process? Yes. I put out a vid awhile ago that addresses that subject. In a nut shell, I have my backpacking eqp centralized in one location (at least most of it). This makes grabbing everything much easier and I'm not running all over for it.
I've seen that video, and it's good.
But I'm talking about the in the field situation, when you arrive and leave the camp site.
I'm considering to have a 1 big compartment backpack, and having a few separate durable plastic bags inside for food, clothes, sleeping bag, tent/hammock, all in order of need.
So when packing up, I just fill up the plastic bags, and put those in the backpack.
Many items have compacting and compressing features/tools, and I'm thinking that that I want to trade some of that compactness in for speed, since it takes up so much time to disassemble and carefully stuff item away in a backpack that narrowly fits it's content.
Speedy and easy deployment I think is under rated. Easy of use is under rated too, with frozen fingers and being dead-tired body and mind in the dark wet outdoors it's not fun and safe or possible to fiddle around, You just want to be quick and certain, without possibly breaking stuff or failing at things because your poor condition and situation.
Simple things that work fast, easy, certainly, and all the time.
How much time do you need to make and break up camp?
+ookiemand ah, gotcha. It's very similar actually. What I found is that I was getting all spread out. I do my best to keep things grouped together. Another thing I do is the day that I'm going to leave, in the morning I will start gathering things and packing as much as I can. That way when time to go most of it is done.
Well, a buddy just got to me asking for a 3 day hike, preferably with snow. So I'll have to get the system sorted and tested soon ;) Thanks for the replies, have a lovely Christmas, and a happy new year! - if you ever come to the Netherlands 'm happy to show you around!
Still like/use Ribs? Any problems or issues? Like something better these days? Torn between this and Hill people and similar.
You didn't mention your adult diapers? (From Moonscape)
Good stuff..
Thanks for the video
+Eat Carbs LOL! Those are stored in bulk in my main pack ; )
Thanks for the video.
Did you go with the medium size or the large size.
I am getting one very soon but I can't decide if the larger size is the way to go or the smaller size.
Any suggestions?
medium is what i prefer nowadays
Thanks for the info. The medium looks like the right size for a support system to a larger bag. It also looks more comfortable for around camp and looks to be cooler.
Now I can be all like, hey man... What's that in your ribz?
Do you have a recommendation for a starter bushcraft knife thank you
Thanks for the video Crocket!
+13megaprime thanks for watching.
Nice setup Crocket
The neck gaiter looks like a Buff tube.
Really like the Ribz but just generates too much heat in warmer climates. Where I am the heat can be challenging and if you have a pack on your back and this on your front you can start to boil.
+NOTuNOTme Understand that.
I thought you kept a glock in there? Or was that LBS?
+neanderthor66 I do. As I grabbed this off from hanging on the wall I forgot to include. Actually I've changed to my XDS as it's slimmer and easier to carry. Lately really depends on the trip as well. For day trips I often just leave on my hip if I'm carrying a lighter pack that doesn't require a hip belt.
Kean = neat ,coll, stuff
I think he said that kind of equipment
No more firearm in there?
+Jeffrey Lane It all depends on the trip. I honestly just grabbed it and did the review. But yes most of the time I will have a firearm in there.
+Cr0cket20 Do you use a trigger guard or pocket holster when carrying it in there?
+Ben Sutton I will use a holster. Best method I have found is to sew some velcro into the ribz pack. Then attach velcro to the back of the holster. Works great and keeps the trigger covered and the gun from moving all over the place.
Cool. Thanks for the info.
I finally got a small black one, half price sale about a year ago, put my bear spray in there.
+Rich Allfieldnohit Nice. Good to keep that stuff handy.
Nice pack
+Kent Bove Used it for years and definitely find it very useful. Thanks for watching.
+Cr0cket20 always do watch thanks for reply
i gotta get me one :)
Ribz packs are obviously for items for quick access like water, toiletries, phone, and a firearm....
No glock?
First
Too many hikers take NOTHING!
+windflags I see that all too often myself.