GORUCK GR2 Longterm 8 year review and buyers guide!

In this video I go over my GoRuck GR2 Back pack I've had for 8 yrs and cover the different models and information regarding which one to buy.
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[@LukesGarageGym]

Awesome back story with these bags! Seems rock solid too! We’ve been getting more into hiking, so this is a great recommendation! Lasting 8 years and longer makes it worth for the price!

[@MacStrengthCo]

They are built to last and pricey but if it lasts a lifetime it's worth it however for just hiking you might find better options. Hiking specific bags might be a lighter and better set up to your needs. cheers!

[@barbellrescue]

Great information! I’ve debated getting one of these bags for a long time. You answered a lot of questions I’ve had. Thanks! 🤙🏼

[@MacStrengthCo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mattwypijewski4192]

I’ve had a GR26L “Slick” (no external molle) for years. Great work/travel bag. Looks good as new!

[@MacStrengthCo]

The slick ones were cool! These bags are very underrated.

[@FD-dh2fu]

Great review. They should bring back those side straps to make it collapsible. Thinking about getting a gr2 34L….

[@briand5047]

Great review. It'd be cool to see a review on your punching bags and how you schedule them with strength training.

[@MacStrengthCo]

Boxing “typically” is weds/sat as a cardio day no lifting on those days. I have a short review on them coming soon. Cheers🤙🏼

[@briand5047]

@@MacStrengthCo Thanks. Curious because I'm thinking about adding it into what I do.

[@MacStrengthCo]

It's a great cardio alternative for sure.

[@theway3058]

Best bags ever made. I have a generation 1 on a few of em. Check out the bull-it 15. It’s a great everyday bag.

[@MacStrengthCo]

I will thanks for watching.🤙🏼

[@jackchn23]

Hmm, Jack Barley seems to be scrubbed from GoRuck history. He was a co-founder and main designer.

[@MacStrengthCo]

That's a great point. What's up with that? I feel I should have mentioned something.

[@AceJake]

He started his own company, Evergoods.

[@KonCity22]

Flag is awesome

[@MacStrengthCo]

thanks!

[@patrick1992]

How is it after 10 years now? 😁

[@r0bo11]

I've had mine for almost 14 years, the original GR2 (1st Gen ever made); some stitching in areas of internal pockets around the zipper is coming loose/fraying, the waxed coating of the lining on the Cordura is becoming sticky/smelly. Also the "Goruck" brand insignia labels that are held on with glue is almost completely dissolved/come off. Not a big deal, other than that it's still solid bag. I don't think it'll last a lifetime though. My black GRTAC hat is completely frayed destroyed based on extreme UV sun where I live. Nothing lasts forever, but ~15 years is a good run for the materials used👍

[@MacStrengthCo]

I'm in south america and it's going strong. It will last my lifetime.

[@mikecoover9009]

Did you ditch your IG page??

[@MacStrengthCo]

No it was disabled but should have it back soon. Either someone tried to hack it or it was just randomly hit by the IG AI. I'll update when I know. cheers!

[@rogerbingman9370]

Did you get a chance to try out Bolt Equipment? If so what's your thoughts.

[@MacStrengthCo]

They are a chinese reseller without much background so I'm hesitant to buy anything from them just yet. Unlike Rep or Rogue who have been around for 10+ years and have a proven track record of customer service and innovation. We are nearing a recession which will bankrupt many of the smaller fitness companies.

[@rogerbingman9370]

@@MacStrengthCo Ok thanks for the information I was just curious.

[@MacStrengthCo]

@@rogerbingman9370 Bolt fitness is 100% chinese made and basically is a shipping company that wholesales equipment much like Titan. They seem to have some nice stuff but most of it could be bought for cheaper off Alibaba directly.

[@rogerbingman9370]

What are your thoughts on Fray Fitness. Namely there new functional trainer power rack?

[@MacStrengthCo]

@@rogerbingman9370 I’m not well versed on Fray Equipment. The website was always so terrible I just avoid it.

[@dexteww]

OVERK1LLED🤙 overpriced too…

[@MacStrengthCo]

It's actually really cheap compared to other bags and last a lifetime so what bag do you recommend?