Vanquest TOLCAT 2.0 VPacker Gear Bag Review

Today Luke is reviewing the Vanquest TOLCAT 2.0 VPacker Gear Bag.
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Link Vanquest : https://www.vanquest.com/products/tolcat-2-0-vpacker-gear-bag.html

Link Amazon : https://www.amazon.com/Vanquest-TOLCAT-VPacker-Gear-Black/dp/B01FITGJPW

Price : Retail $71.99

Colors : Black, Grey, Coyote, Multicam and Multicam Black

TOLCAT 2.0 improvements: (1) ambidextrous design with removable/reversible shoulder strap for user-friendly right- or left-carry, (2) out-of-sign CCW compartment with enlarged opening (can store an iPad Mini), (3) built-in holders on both sides for small water bottles, (4) built-in medical organization.

The upgraded VANQUEST® VPacker™ 2.0 series is your next generation gear bag: Ambidextrous construction for comfortable right or left-carry, CCW and hydration-compatible, plus improved design for faster access to your gear and medical organization.

Compact, yet well-organized: One 8" (H) x 7.25" (W) x 4" (D) main compartment with a weather-resistant ripstop storm cover that can cinch-close. Two 6.5" (H) x 4" (W) x 1.75" (D) double-zippered side pockets can double as water bottle holders with elastic retention. A front pocket with elastic ladder organization for medical supplies, a lockable CCW compartment with enlarged opening (can store an iPad Mini), plus plenty of high-viz ripstop organization. The hidden CCW compartment keeps your CCW out-of-sight, and can be kept open for lightning-fast access. Total 24 slots and pockets to maximize your carry capability!

For optimal ergonomics, the TOLCAT™ VPacker naturally contour around your body. A removable waist strap further stabilizes the TOLCAT with added stability, and helps support the weight on your shoulder. Its 2" shoulder strap can be removed, and reversed for comfortable right or left-side carry. It features a Duraflex double-lock security buckle, an accessory D-ring, and a 1/2"-thick shoulder pad for maximum comfort.

Features/Specifications/Materials

● NEW: Ambidextrous design with removable shoulder strap for left or right-side user-selectable carry.

● NEW: Built-in elastic cord medical organization & Maximizer elastic webbing inside front compartment. Added hook & loop closure in front exterior pocket

● NEW: Out of sight rear CCW compartment with loop attachment and enlarged opening (Also fits the latest iPad Mini)

● NEW: Loop-Faced MOLLE-Air structure for MOLLE accessory & morale patch attachment

● NEW: Two gusseted slip pockets for quick access to multi-tool, flashlight, etc.

● Net Weight: 1.70 pounds (1000-D Cordura®)

● Net Weight: 1.55 pounds (500-D MultiCam & MultiCam-Black Cordura®)

● Total Capacity: 6.5 Liters

● Main Compartment (Interior): 8" (H) x 7.25" (W) x 4" (D)

● Front Compartment (Interior): 7.25" (H) x 6.5" (W) x 1.5" (D)

● Side Pockets (Interior): 6.5" (H) x 4" (W) x 1.75" (D)

● Rear CCW Compartment (Minimum): 8.5” (H) x 12" top - 6" bottom (W). 7.5" Zipper opening. (Fits the latest iPad Mini)

● Lightweight 210-D Ripstop Nylon storm cover in main compartment

● Neoprene handle for comfortable hand carry

● Total 24 organizing compartments and slots

● MOLLE/PALS webbings for accessory attachment

Materials:

● 1,000-D Mil-grade Cordura® fabric with water-repellent Teflon® fabric protector by DuPont® (500-D on MultiCam & MultiCam-Black Cordura®)

● Genuine MADE-IN-USA MultiCam® & MultiCam-Black Cordura® by Crye Precision™

● Lightweight & moisture resistant 210-D Ripstop nylon

● Durable RC-Class YKK® lockable zippers, reversed for protection

● MOLLE-compatible attachment system with PALS webbing

● Lightweight MOLLE-Air structure for MOLLE accessory attachment

● Mil-grade ITW® and UTX-Duraflex® hardware made from high tensile strength Acetal polymer

● Circular zipper loops made of paracord

● High tensile strength nylon webbings and binding tapes

● Finished with high tensile strength bonded nylon thread

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Giveaway - Fire B.O.S.S. - Survival Supplement Kit - Enter Now

Today Luke is giving away a FIRE B.O.S.S. BUG OUT SURVIVAL SUPPLEMENT KIT from Stanford Outdoor Supply.  Enter to Win Now!

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Link : https://www.stanfordoutdoorsupply.com/collections/survival-kits-1/products/pre-order-fire-b-o-s-s-bug-out-survival-supplement-kit?variant=30831006602

Price : $19.99

33 piece kit

The Fire B.O.S.S. is the second kit in our series of Bug Out Survival Supplements, a collaboration of Stanford Outdoor Supply and Guns and Gear Network. Anything you might need to start a fire in any condition is contained in this pocket-sized, waterproof package. Make it easy and use the lighter or matches. Feeling up to a challenge? Craft a fire bow and drill from the included Kevlar thread and flange bearing. It's all up to you! Assembled in the USA.

Kit Contents:
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·         1 Lighter
·         Waterproof Matches
·         Ferro Rod and Striker
·         Pocket Fresnel Lens
·         6 Magnesium Capsules
·         Steel Wool
·         4 pieces Char Cloth
·         2 Tealight Candles
·         1 oz. Fatwood Sticks
·         Foil Paper
·         Pencil Sharpener
·         6 Tinder Tabs
·         10' Jute Twine
·         Waterproof Tinder Ball
·         Wire Saw
·         6' Kevlar Thread (for fire bow/drill)
·         1 Flange Bearing (for fire bow/drill)
·         1 Folding Knife
·         1 waterproof survival instruction sheet

Smiths Pack Pal Tinder Maker with Fire Starter - Review

Today Luke is reviewing the Smiths Pack Pal Tinder Maker with Fire Starter.

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Link : https://www.amazon.com/Smiths-50635-Tinder-Maker-Starter/dp/B00VTO5FZQ
Price : $16.00 Amazon at the time of filming

Length = 3.65 inches

Width = 1.53 inches

Height = 1.02 inches

Weight = 0.07 pounds

Fire steel and scraper can be stored inside the tinder box. Blade can be flipped over when not in use, to prevent damaging other equipment when stored in a backpack. I added a small plastic baggie inside mine to store extra tinder and keep it dry.

 I found the cord holding it to the tinder box to be too short, making it awkward to strike the fire starter