Direct Action Ghost vs. Dragon Egg Side-by-Side

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[@pdiddy5186]

It's good to see a side by side comparison of the two packs, makes it easier to access the pros and cons of both. If the quality is as you state then the price point is pretty competitive with others in its class. Thanks for another straight up review Ben.

[@livingsurvival]

+Paul Mumford thanks Paul.

[@mikep1485]

I didn't notice the straps or the drainage hole on the bottom of the Dragon Egg on your first review. Definitely made up my mind on getting it now. Thanks for the side by side!! Nice Job.

[@livingsurvival]

+Mike P yeah, easy to forget things :)

[@mfcriz2561]

I love these tactical/Survival packs but would love to see them with a loadout. Pistole, mags, water, food, hammock shelter and admin crap. Good job man.

[@salliemorrill2671]

Great vid. Thanks for taking the time to review these packs

[@pdiddy5186]

Thanks mate, we run things in litres over here. I have a few Maxpedition packs so it gives me a baseline for what I can pack.

[@randymicallef3545]

Thanks for the comparison ... I've already Purchased the Dragon Egg and I have to say I love my pack. I went with the Dragon Egg, Mainly Because I already have a 72hr bag. I will likely pick up the Ghost to replace 5:11 The bag I have now ... that is just how happy I am with Direct Action's line of products. Side note: I use a Klean Kanteen 40oz water bottle and while in the smaller side pockets of the Dragon Egg, When the water bottle is full, if you bend over too far the water bottle has a tendency to slip out (even with the compression strap tightened) I fixed this problem by attaching a length of shock cord through the little stitched webbing loop at the top of the pockets and attached the ends together with about an inch and a half of Black Heat Shrink Tube (Which helps with slipping), So now When the bottle is in the pocket I stretch the cord over and around to just under the cap and no more issue. When there is nothing in the pocket, just tuck the cord inside and with the zipper, hook and loop inside the pocket, there Is No issue with snags.

[@livingsurvival]

+Randy Bear i'd love to see a photo or video of it. post it on my forums. worldwidesurvival.com

[@randymicallef3545]

Happy to for sure. I'll post that as soon as I get a minute.

[@randymicallef3545]

+Living Survival Just a heads up... I posted on the forums with pics of the setup I just mentioned. Hope that's helpful. Enjoy!

[@livingsurvival]

Randy Bear will look later tonight when i get back, awesome.

[@jtscustomcutlery317]

great mod tip thanks for sharing!

[@DesertPhoenix]

Thanks Ben, I have been doing a comparison between the 2. I almost bought them both. I still have time before my season of camping starts so I am happy you did this Vid.

[@optimumperformance]

Love the direct action gear. Have several packs, plate carriers, battle belts etc from them and perform very well.

[@mademythic]

either of those bags would be a nice upgrade to my ww2 issued duffel bag I found in a garage of a house I was renting.

[@deltatoofow]

that beaver tail attachment that unclips, are you able to take it off turn it around and reattach the other way, so that the zip is inside and attachment rope is to the outside thanks

[@Pho3nixT3ars]

Thanks for doing this video and providing the comparison. I am in the need of a good pack and will check out these two

[@jonbeard1876]

Ended up with the Ghost , love it . wish it had the paracord grab handle , just like the idea that you could use it if needed and it looks good , went for the Ghost for the removable pack and bit more space .

[@livingsurvival]

+Jon Beard make one... :)

[@jonbeard1876]

Gotta get some desert camo pattern cord first to pop on the tan Ghost .

[@jonbeard1876]

Living Survival I dig the videos , a lot of similar interests . I watch a review before I buy just about anything these days . Always a help if you can't walk in someplace and go over something yourself . Thanks for the updates and reviews .

[@rza1000]

Good review. I hope direct action is sending you free products because I just spent 190 on the ghost after watching this review. Solid review and now i am subscribed

[@Exist_Outdoors_]

Very nice packs, thanks for sharing Ben.

[@TheTranq]

Awesome side by side. I agree with him below, you should do a loadout with the Ghost so we can see how much it can fit!

[@jamesyork1734]

Just wanted to let you know due to your review of the Ghost Pack I just ordered the Ghost Pack from Direct Action. Really enjoy all your reviews plus your channel 2. Thanks. Let Direct Action know the reason why as well.

[@livingsurvival]

+james york thanks james!

[@tca83]

This was very helpful. I'm getting the Ghost Direct Action work my work bag. Cheers!

[@livingsurvival]

+Cristina T you will enjoy it.

[@tca83]

*for my work bag...damn autocorrect.

[@tca83]

+Living Survival hope so...I'm 5' tall and 90lbs so this one won't dwarf me and I can attach 2 6×6 pouches to the hip belt.

[@glimpseofeternity5695]

Are you really sure that a 15 Inch Laptop will fit into the back compartment of the Ghost (at 7:00)? Thanks...

[@kevinjones2088]

Great vid bro have to check it out. Love the laser cut webbing.

[@livingsurvival]

+Kevin Jones me too.

[@benterwellen]

Ben, Well Done..........The Ghost looks like a fine item.......

[@KungFuTweety1]

Hi Ben, I am really enjoying your channel, love the vids! thanks!

[@livingsurvival]

+KungFuTweety1 thanks for the comment and watching.

[@MylesNicholas]

The Ghost looks fabulous for a nylon bag. Sunlight and UV might be a problem in lower latitudes. Some of my gear in Australia is canvas.

[@robertTaggart1996]

I have ordered a direct action dust for edc/get home bag. I'm pretty excited for it to be honest. These packs seem really beautifully designed. I may even buy the ghost for my 72+hour BOB

[@MrPig-lj2rr]

love watching your vids man.

[@southpawbushcraft7522]

Two very nice packs! The laser cut molle is interesting

[@robertcabrera4022]

Ready liked your review, straight to the point on comparison of both packs... Since I live an urban environment I'm looking towards the Dust as my starter, thanks... 👍👍

[@livingsurvival]

+Robert Cabrera Dust is a GREAT pack, you will love it.

[@meisterfury2397]

Once again..great review and comparison..I think Direct Action will be the next big thing in tactical products..i'll pick up my dragon egg this week at my chosen courier..pretty excited to use it.

[@livingsurvival]

+MeisterFury let me know how you like it.

[@meisterfury2397]

+Living Survival just got my Dragon Egg..outstanding backpack. Its in pl woodland..very very high quality, flawless, high grade materials and really worth the money!

[@roundandrandom8576]

Great video I love both but I would definitely go with the GHOST. And also the KRYPTEK IS AWESOME. thanks for these great videos.

[@jollygreen305]

I like the fact that they have 11 different colors to chose from. I gotta pick one up.

[@rjkjustsaying8870]

Thanks for the review it really help to see the side by side. Thanks

[@livingsurvival]

+Robert Kellner thanks Robert .

[@Jesusandbible]

good review. thanks. bought one. also have rain protection sleeve over zips

[@51foxy]

Hi what is the size of the waist belt on the ghost please

[@Survived4Real]

Hey Ben, Excellent comparison video👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 My question is, " Can the waist belt be detached from the Ghost and used on the Dragon Egg, if one were to wider, more padded waist belt?" I have no doubt the Dragonegg will ride comfortably with or without its smaller belt, but for those who prefer, or need the wider belt, I just wondered if it would interchangeable? Please keep up the great video reviews. Continued success for 2016!William ~

[@ricktunnissen3407]

They aren't innerchangeble

[@massachusettsprepper]

Awesome review my friend, and a couple of very nice packs indeed. Thanks for sharing.

[@livingsurvival]

+Massachusetts Prepper thanks!

[@OmarGonzalez-ef9iz]

+Living Survival Hey, I am looking in getting the Ghost Backpack, I find your videos very informative and I quite enjoy watching them. I want to use one to travel out of state with around 1 week of clothing (1-2 towels, 3 pants, 7 shirts, 7 pair of socks, extra pair of shoes, etc. ) and hygiene materials (shaving razor, bug repentant etc.). I believe a good majority of the items will fit, giving good management of space, but not all will fit. So my Question is, could the Straps at the Bottom of the Ghost Pack Support a 20L Dry Bag Sack? and if so what would you recommend as a external sack that takes advantage of the straps in the bottom of the pack.

[@livingsurvival]

+Omar Gonzalez a dry bag could be strapped there yes.

[@RobFarrell17]

I bought the Dragon Egg based on Ben's review. I absolutely love it. I don't need the Ghost but Direct Action products are worth it. Thanks Ben!

[@livingsurvival]

+Rob Farrell Totally worth it. Everything is high quality even interior compartments.

[@peaceblue6866]

Is ghost the color of the bag still in production?

[@castortroy365]

Ben, is this the same company as Helikon Tex? (Polish company) I have some of their tactical clothing items and find them very well made and very functional. Their logos are identical, was just wondering if Direct Action was perhaps their US brand name? (Although I'm in Australia and source my Helikon tex gear from European suppliers)

[@livingsurvival]

+castortroy365 yes same company.

[@PreparedWolf34]

Now, I really like the Ghost pack! More my size and speed. 👍

[@livingsurvival]

+Prepare Learn Survive! Same great features, larger pack!

[@PreparedWolf34]

Living Survival : wanted a larger pack. I normally travel with my wife, son or both. So I carry the bulk of our supplies. 👪

[@uhgtheuhg]

Awesome Video as always. If I can make a request for future bag reviews (or even a part two with the bags); Could you fill them up with something (even if its just jackets or clothes) so we can see how big they are? I know there are pictures of them full but on video it would come off better. Thanks again for the awesome reviews and I look forward to seeing what you review next!

[@livingsurvival]

+uhgtheuhg i typically do, I will make sure to do that in the future, thanks.

[@braytonsky7275]

Are you not going to show us the interior?

[@xxStarGazer626xx]

I love this video because there isn't much out there that shows the ghost. I am an avid hiker. I don't do more than a day hike. Having said that I was wondering which pack you think would work better for hiking? I have an EMT rip away pouch so I don't want to go with a normal hiking pack. I want one with webbing and these look awesome. I usually carry a 3 liter bladder too along with survival gear, snacks, change of clothes, and water shoes. I am also female and I wonder if the ghost will be too big for my frame. Any suggestions and tips will be great! Have a good day and keep up the good work!

[@livingsurvival]

+xxStarGazer626xx get the dragon egg.

[@davidm.7149]

Thanks for the great video. Question; which bag would you recommend for a two nigh camp out? I know is a dumb question but since I can't access to any of those bags I rather ask you. Once again, thanks a million and keep up the great videos.

[@livingsurvival]

+David Mazo the larger.

[@davidm.7149]

Thanks

[@jasonbolin7025]

Great video.

[@faithverifyy]

never seen these before. sorry if this was already commented on, but are regular molle pouches/accessories compatible?

[@calebbach7542]

Amazing review! You definitely know what you're talking about :) Thank you so much!!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Very nice pacs.

[@SeeFue]

Great video reviews. I have to say, I was about to pull the trigger on the Dragon Egg, but this one looks great too. But I also like the looks of the new redesigned CamelBak Mil Tac H.A.W.G. would love your input on that one too. I would be using it for multi-purpose briefcase/weekend camping.

[@TheGorillafoot]

Thanks for the review. I'm going with the Ghost after seeing this review. Just have to figure out the color. So many options.

[@spiritedwhiskey4640]

If I already own a tactical tailor removable operators pack but I want something a little larger and have more organization should I go with the Ghost or the Dragon Egg?!

[@livingsurvival]

+Ryan Leitner ghost probably if you want more room. the dragon egg is a avg school backpack size.

[@QuintoTubo]

Nice video! Do you know any other pack that has the laser cut attaching system? Because I've not seen many others..

[@Jesusandbible]

What water bladder would you recommend for the Ghost. Watching Bear Grylls makes me think you could inflate them with air to cross rivers etc.

[@Golaso99]

Are the padded shoulder straps of the dragon egg a lot more comfortable than the ghost?

[@SurvivalCitizen]

Thanks for the comparison... Both are indeed great packs from an up and coming manufacturer... I have the Ghost, but have been trying to decide between the Dragon Egg or the Dust for a smaller commute and day pack...

[@livingsurvival]

+Survival Citizen Both great packs. Nearly identical other than size.

[@thejackofalltrades2692]

If you could only choose one, which one would it be!?? Thanks!

[@andrewsmith6772]

I love these bags, especially the Dragon Egg. All the gear on the site is just too expensive though. I spent tons on my boots, sleeping bag, and main large hiking backpack, so for a daypack alone to be just as expensive is a bit out of my range

[@hanklamm488]

thanks for your review on the egg. I have had many bags and I always buy another one....I'm never happy. The egg has been perfect for me!

[@saffronvirgin]

Quality wise and organisational wise which is better direct action or 5.11 ?

[@jaredjones241]

Hey Ben, I'm looking at getting a Ghost, but I'll probably carry it without the front/admin pocket on it - problem is, I can't find a good view of the bag with that pocket removed! any chance you'd have some pictures of it in this configuration? thanks for the side-by-side! awesome review!!

[@jaredjones241]

Actually, I found a really in-depth up-close review of the Ghost on a channel called Omega Survival, in case anybody else is looking for more good views of this bag.

[@livingsurvival]

+Jared Jones nice, thanks for watching.

[@CameronHerrin1991]

when I watch your pack reviews it makes me cry a little because I wanted the pack you reviewed before then... so now I want to grab up something from direct action quick lol. great review brother..

[@livingsurvival]

+Cameron Herrin haha, yeah i know that feeling when I watch gear reviews.

[@CameronHerrin1991]

+Living Survival I'd like to see your point of view on the direct action dust. The condor 2 does the trick for me so I'm either looking for a full blow bug out bag like something along the lines of an eberlestock bag or something like a day kit that would work for a bag the size of the dust...

[@livingsurvival]

Haven't tried the dust :(

[@brandonsaint3726]

Ive used the dragon egg backpack forever now. By far the best backpack ever, except when you don’t put your stuff back in order it gets lost sometimes The dust is nice but not as comfortable and padded as dragon egg

[@nightfall22]

the Dragon Egg looks cool. I use the Hazard 4 Evac Holmes for my EDC.... I was a huge Maxpedition nut but I'm enjoying Hazard 4. The Dragon Egg though, I'm going to keep my eye on that one. Great vid bro.

[@ZachandtheCraft]

Awesome video

[@livingsurvival]

+Mr.CatFish thanks.

[@negrochifladorivera1008]

Great review dude !!!

[@faithverifyy]

After watching again I see it is just space age molle. very cool

[@sleipney]

Could you do a video with the Ghost packed. I just cant tell its actual capacity empty. Great review nevertheles!

[@luigiguru]

i bought the Dragon egg based on your first review and all i can say is you were right. I love it and thanks again.

[@livingsurvival]

+Luigi Giancristofaro awesome, great pack.

[@rundat4313]

can you attach larger items to the sides with the compression straps?

[@livingsurvival]

+Jesse Clyatt yes.

[@ewing1807]

Ordered the dragon egg based on your review on it same color also figured it would also be a good pack for hunting. Got it in one day perks of being 20 mins from their place in Ballston Spa NY lol.

[@livingsurvival]

+ewing1807 nice, hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

[@dannychadwick2486]

great review and love the intro keep it up Ben

[@livingsurvival]

+danny chadwick thanks danny

[@drcsep]

I love both of them. Great packs, I might get the Ghost, Great review.

[@livingsurvival]

+Carlos Sepulveda both great packs.

[@drcsep]

+Living Survival got the Ghost, yesterday... amazing backpack... love it.

[@Nichomachean5]

Bought the ghost. Very happy bro. Thank you

[@livingsurvival]

Nice

[@EDCAdventures1991]

Great review. Think that will be the next pack I get. Currently testing their sister company’s pack. The Helikon-Tex Raider. How did you get the cut on the removable admin pouch?

[@livingsurvival]

Cut where?

[@EDCAdventures1991]

Living Survival hey sorry Ben. I re watched the video. The fabric was puckered weird on the upper right of the pouch. With the lighting it was hard to tell. Sorry for the inconvenience

[@alexchoi7296]

thanks for the great video but i still can't decide i'm thinking about either Ghost or dragon egg can't decide which one to get i'm 5'6 about 140 lbs any recommendation?

[@livingsurvival]

+Alex Choi (Lime) depends on your intended use. the ghost is larger.

[@pdiddy5186]

Being on the other side of the world mate, what is the capacity in liters of both packs?

[@livingsurvival]

+Paul Mumford 31.5 liters on the Ghost and 25 on the Dragon Egg.

[@artyomoh63]

thanks for the awesome review! helped me a lot

[@josimarfamaral]

No Brasil a Dragon Egg tem o nome de Wolf, e quem comercializa é a Rota Extrema. Josimar 07/04/2018

[@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess]

How much is it? I recon it must be extremely expensive considering how high taxes are in there and everything is overpriced due to that fact

[@tbone84s29]

I was thinking of purchasing a ghost pack. Are you able to comment on the the durability of the bag? Thanks.

[@livingsurvival]

very durable

[@tbone84s29]

Ok cool. Thanks for the quick response.

[@bananasusyd]

Hey Ben, I've found a vendor that will ship to Oz. Just wondering if the ghost would be allowed as carry on luggage on a plane or is it too big?

[@livingsurvival]

+Rhi McKeon Not sure. Probably depends on how its loaded.

[@bananasusyd]

+Living Survival okay decided to go with the Dragon Egg. Thoughts on the Pencott camo colours?

[@livingsurvival]

Rhi McKeon All of their colors are sick!

[@bananasusyd]

+Living Survival pulled the trigger and gone for the PenCott Greenzone! www.hydedefinition.com/images2/fabricgz.jpg

[@livingsurvival]

Rhi McKeon Should be sick!

[@jsmitty2047]

had a quick question for you man. Looking into another pack shortly, was thinking of going with this pack, watched another recent review on the pack and the guy claims his water bottle kept falling out of the side pouches, few others claimed the same problem. Did you encounter this problem? I have a camelback 3/4 liter water bottle, I don't think it would be a problem, but if multiple people are encountering the same problem that means the side holders are pointless and waste and ill go another direction.

[@livingsurvival]

the zip can come loose and then I guess it could fall out. you can run the strap through which I always do as a backup if I put the bottle on the outside.

[@MONO-MOTO]

Can anyone tell me if one of these will fit a 15.6 inch laptop

[@lukasangland1942]

I was wondering if you have heard of the brand alps they have a great variety of packs and I think you should check them out

[@livingsurvival]

+Lukas Angland I have an alps hunting pack. great stuff.

[@brandonsaint3726]

What color is that they don’t have that anymore wish they make the ghost and dust with the better drag handle and the padding of the back and shoulder straps, dragon is the most comfortable

[@jasonmcdaniel7878]

Very nice comparison! I think if I ever end up need another pack I just might go with the dragon egg!

[@livingsurvival]

+Jason McDaniel great pack.

[@krisdouglas6536]

I know how much you love the dragon egg. Can I ask though for a 3 day pack is the ghost the best for the money ? Thanks.

[@livingsurvival]

+Kris Douglas ghost is a great pack if you need something larger.

[@OrangeSolaire]

Wouldn't it have made more sense to put the same shoulder straps onto the Ghost that they used on the Dragon Egg? I'm no backpack expert, but it seems thicker padded straps on the bigger pack would be better suited to carrying a heavier load. Otherwise love these packs!

[@livingsurvival]

+SakuKoivuRocks The Ghost has a better hip belt so lightweight shoulder straps are all that is needed.

[@OrangeSolaire]

+Living Survival I haven't tried the Ghost pack myself, but it's usually my preference to have a bit more padding for a bag that size. My EDC pack is about the same size and it's straps are a bit more padded, along similar lines as the Dragon Egg. But to each his own! Awesome video and keep up the great work!

[@PpAirO5]

They both look cool, but i like the Dragon egg better 🐲🥚

[@simyongsiang5606]

I just wanna ask a question before choosing the ideal model to purchase. My laptop is 27 cm wide and 38 cm long so can it fit inside the Dragon Egg's or Ghost's main compartment?

[@livingsurvival]

+Sim Yong Siang 27 " probably not or it would be tight.

[@simyongsiang5606]

+Living Survival Thanks for the reply. Do you think I should get the Dragon Egg, Ghost or the Condor's Medium Assault Pack? Which one is better?

[@livingsurvival]

Sim Yong Siang Dragon Egg for day pack size, Ghost for 72 hour pack size.

[@cyphersuit1]

I love the color of the dragon egg but want the ghost. Can you tell me the color style of your dragon egg? Maybe i did not hear it and you said it already, if so - sorry.

[@livingsurvival]

woodland

[@sektion333]

love these packs does the dragon egg come in grey.

[@livingsurvival]

+sektion333 Yes.

[@stefanochisor808]

where is this made? in house or abroad( china, vietnam etc.)?

[@FaireFionwe]

+Stefan Ochisor It's a Polish company (parent company is Helikon, this should be higher quality tier). They still might be made in China though...

[@stefanochisor808]

Just talked to them, everything excluding bags and backpacks is made in Poland but they told me soon they will produce everything in Poland. It is a higher tier.

[@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess]

Only one thing I wish it had, the sunglass pocket was hard shell

[@lukasangland1942]

really that's nice I own the trailblazer really good stuff

[@captainsaffa4673]

How does the Ghost compare to the 5.11 rush 72?

[@livingsurvival]

Night and day better.

[@menemme]

One more subjective question based on your own experience bro: SOLELY for continuative, sustained LONG distance hiking in terms of pure confort, ease on shoulders and reducing fatigue, which of the 2 do you believe is more suited ?

[@livingsurvival]

Either honestly. The Ghost is just bigger.

[@ShivSilverhawk]

Hey! I really like the dragon egg. I was wondering whether it would fit someone who is 190cm tall?

[@Layput]

Yes. It's adjustable. But you would look funny being a big man with a small bag. Buy it for cute factor.

[@tonioyendis4464]

Just got my Dragon Egg...perfect for me!

[@livingsurvival]

+Tonio Yendis nice, enjoy.

[@jonasgravesen1894]

i got mine too

[@tonioyendis4464]

Ive got the dragon egg and it meets all my requirements. Luv it!

[@caseybiggs5935]

just went and checked them out! good stuff. I will be purchasing the ghost soon and the messenger bag :) ghost in yeti and messenger in black

[@livingsurvival]

+Casey Biggs I have the Foxtrot waist bag coming up soon :)

[@caseybiggs5935]

Living Survival​ The foxtrot was pretty compact and nice lookin. The belt straps should fit you nicely & Hope you enjoy the product. hope to see you share it with us :)

[@CopterDr]

Man I love my Dragon Egg, its always a conversation piece at my work. Love the reviews Man keep it up!

[@livingsurvival]

+Joel Fisher for sure, love it.