Alpha One Niner Evade 1.5 Review

[@김세연-g4i]

Hey thanks for the nice review…!! Would regular binder fit in this pack? Thanks!!

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

I think it’s likely, yes.

[@sergentloki]

Hi ! Please I really need an answer.. I’m going for a world tour soon, and this will be my edc backpack (hiking, bushcraft, visiting, etc etc etc ). Do you think I should take the 500D or 1050 ? I’m looking to gain weight but I need something resistant too… THANKS A LOT 🤜🏼🤛🏼

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

I think the 500d should be strong enough for most cases.

[@markytams86]

Please review the CHIO as well. Thanks!

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Thanks for the suggestion. I only review bags I own, and I've never been a big shoulder bag person, so I don't know if I'll ever end up with one of these, but if I do get one, I'll definitely do a review.

[@j_crust4582]

You ever seen an evade 2.0? Seems like the only videos I can find are on the evade 1.5

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Evade 2.0 was a less produced bag. It’s a previous generation model and slightly larger and less feature filled

[@j_crust4582]

@@AndyModellBackpacks which features does it lack?

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

As an update for all of you, I'm still using my evade 1.5. Even yesterday, I took it out with a full load!

[@uyt6uyt5]

This pack is my exit bag.

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

It's a solid bag.

[@jasonmanahan6188]

nice review man.. was waiting for this from you.. hardly anybody has the ripstop material.

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

I tend to like rip stop nylon bags, especially if it offers lighter weight option. This one is different then what I’ve seen on any other bag, but I like it.

[@corey-b9h]

do you prefer this bag or the GR2 26L for EDC and light travel?

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

For EDC, I prefer this one. The 26l gr2 is for when I’m flying in a low cost airline and need to cram as much as possible into a personal item

[@corey-b9h]

@@AndyModellBackpacks thanks for your opinion Andy! I've been stuck between the two for about a month now.

[@EASTcoastALLDAY172]

ive had mine for two months now, everything about the bag is perfect for me and i love it. great review!

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

It just does so much well and was designed "right" in so many ways.

[@boredandagitated]

I just ordered a 500D version. I was going back and forth between it and the ripstop you got. I’m excited to try it, my other options were the synapse 25 and greenroom 136 rainmaker. I collect patches so a Velcro field was a bonus. And I like the integrated laptop compartment on this backpack. Side note, you kinda sound like John Mulaney. I can imagine you doing some of his bits Loved the video!

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

John Mulaney is one of my favorite comedians, and I do tend to reference him from time to time… hopefully you love your 500d version. They’re all great bags!

[@alexandretestoni]

I’m interested in this ripstop version because the weight and flexibility. Is a durable and nice touch material? Thank you for your review!

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

I used my rip stop version for a while and I found it plenty durable. It’s a great bag!

[@sleepmark]

Thanks for the video! I really like your opinions about it

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

You’re welcome! I’m glad you liked it

[@rr1546]

Nice review, I have one question is everything accessible when you pack out the main compartment? I love my GR1 but when it’s packed out the slant pocket is difficult to use.

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

This bag definitely doesn’t suffer from that problem. The front and back pockets have their own volume, and the quick access has clearly defined space in the front pocket for where it goes.

[@SnakeEyes58]

Awesome review, very useful!!!

[@dalejayne2461]

Excellent review. Very thorough

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Glad you liked it!

[@mollymcdonald1854]

Excellent review!! Hoping to get one one day and this helped my decision!

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

I think it’s definitely worth getting this one

[@martintrigueros7081]

Hello andy, what do you think about the alpha one niner and the goruck GR1 26. Which is best for edc in your opinion? And which is more beautiful and stylish?Good video man:)

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Regarding style, I’d say that they both have very different styles. The Goruck has the PALS webbing on the outside which definitely screams TactiCool. The Evade 1.5 is much more along the lines of a traditional backpack style. For EDC, I prefer the Evade 1.5 because I like the additional pockets, water bottle pockets, and organization, though it is a deeper bag. If I were traveling, I’d be able to put a gr1 under the seat in front of me with no problem, but the Evade 1.5 might be too big for that.

[@martintrigueros7081]

@@AndyModellBackpacks thanks for the advices, really thanks Andy. So kind of you. And continue with the videos. So cool channel.

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Glad to help!

[@aaronselya2080]

how many sour gummy worms fit in the bag?

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Seventeen

[@MrJed_s]

I find your videos to be just a little bit too quiet, I need to max my volume and even then it's still a bit hard to hear (vs other KZbin videos). Looks like a great bag but 4 pounds is a no go for me :)

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Glad to hear you’re continuing to watch my videos! I’m looking to try and get a microphone sometime this year which should help improve the audio

[@jasonmanahan6188]

@@AndyModellBackpacks andy also, if you can lay down a lighter shade of table top color so we can really see the distinguishing features on the bottom side of the bagpack..

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

I'll have to see what I can do. I don't really have any nice tablecloths or lighter tables, so it'll be hard coming up with something that doesn't look tacky like the white towel in the Black Ember TKS video.

[@Kingling11]

Great video. I, too, have this pack and it is one of my favorites! Is that the Alpha One Niner Pathfinder in the chair?

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

It is a pathfinder in the chair! Expect a video of that later this Winter

[@Kingling11]

@@AndyModellBackpacks I will be watching for it! Thanks!

[@ognqski]

Great review, thanks. Would you say this would work out well for college?

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Yes, definitely

[@boredandagitated]

@@AndyModellBackpacks you don’t think the clamshell opening would make it weird to use at all as a school bag? I’ve never used a clamshell opening bag like this and I’d worry it would spill open or something opening it at a school desk

[@jdavidson]

Andy - I carry a zip pouch for my wallet/iPhone/keys that is 7"W x 4"H x 2"D. Would that fit in the upper quick access pocket?

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

The zipper opening is just about 7 inches, so I'd say if it does fit, it would be really close.

[@JayWing9]

There are typos in the video description at the time of this comment. Love your videos as always!

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Oh, thanks. I'll take a look, and glad you continue to like the vids!

[@euphzilla03]

Excellent review!

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Thank you!

[@noyoAyuk]

Great video! I recommend you to replace zipper pulls and add bold pulls on the main compartment so it will be easy to identify.

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

That's a good idea. I may end up taking some of my Tom Bihn Paracord and sticking some big ones there.

[@fourstar5592]

I know you haven't made a review for the pathfinder but can you just tell me which you prefer? They're both heavy but one has different organization and xpac. So I want to hear from you if it's worth upgrading to Pathfinder even though they're different.

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

I do like them both. The pathfinder reminds me a bit more of a Tom Bihn Synapse than the Evade 1.5 because of those side pockets, and I like being able to access everything I need at the office from the laptop compartment of the Pathfinder, while the evade 1.5 reminds me more of a CPL24 / Goruck style bag to me.

[@AP-sc2cz]

@@AndyModellBackpacksso like the OP asked - is the Pathfinder worth the upgrade if one is looking for a hybrid EDC / travel bag?

[@cameronfeezee4989]

good job

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Thanks

[@cameronfeezee4989]

@@AndyModellBackpacks you may not feel comfortable answering this but if so, may I ask what you do for a living? I'm not being nosey, as I stated in another reply, you remind me of my son. He does not have any idea what he'd like to do. Whenever I see someone that reminds me of him I always ask them just out of curiosity and I pass along to him for him to ponder on. You never know it may be something one day that perks an interest in him so I ask when I can. Thank you. BTW, I ordered the Patagonia you referenced:) Many coming in in the next few days for him to check :) Thank you again for all of your help! Tempted to order the Alpha 1 but without free shipping I am not sure I will plus, the messages I have had with them have been sort of un-accomodating unlike the others. EVERYONE I have reached out to, and there have been many, have been super helpful except this company

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Sorry to hear that Alpha One Niner wasn't helpful with you. I've had great communications with them, but it is mostly one guy, so I can imagine if he gets pretty busy. I'm a software engineer professionally. Regardless of whether your son is planning on majoring in engineering or CS at all, I recommend everybody take an intro programming class since it exposes people to another way of approaching problems and can be useful across all disciplines.

[@cameronfeezee4989]

@@AndyModellBackpacks How nice of you to reply! I showed my son. I feel that is what he will lean to but we will see what God has in store :) I know he'll be blessed in whatever he does. I always try, when I see a bright young man such as yourself to inquire for my son. Alpha is ok, I would imagine he's just busy and tired of my questions haha. Thank you again, off to research more bags :)

[@fakeplastic31]

Nice reveiw, looking forward to the pathfinder video as well!

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

Thanks

[@shadyoptics]

Nice review, what’s your favorite edc pack in the 25L +/- range?

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

I don't know if I have a single pack. Some that I like in that size are these Alpha One Niner bags, the Tom Bihn Synik and Synapse series, and the Goruck Gr1 26l.

[@kylec.650]

Sucks that I have to Google what's the max size laptop for this pack. Other than that, nice review man.

[@AndyModellBackpacks]

I don’t have a max sized laptop, so it’s hard for me to demonstrate