Unbelievable! Why I'm not switching to the HGLRC FPV Backpack

[@ChainsawFPV]

Josh, you need to be everyone's hero and make a backpack, that is useful, and costs 100 bucks. You would sell out instantly.

[@mcsova2936]

You can look at rdqs bag like that one is solid too :) costs 70 bucks at the time of me purchasing it

[@ChainsawFPV]

@@mcsova2936 The RDQ bag is not bad, just to small for my needs.

[@vacatedbroom6237]

I've window shopped fpv packs dozens of times, but still just throw my stuff in regular backpacks and duffles... because I'm not spending hundreds on a bag unless it comes with something inside of it

[@ChainsawFPV]

@@vacatedbroom6237 The bag I’m using is a clamshell camera bag from Walmart I paid 25 bucks for. Big enough for all my junk to. But it’s on its 3rd year and it’s time to replace it. Def not spending 200 bucks on a bag tho.

[@mcsova2936]

@@vacatedbroom6237 us moment :)

[@pedrocalejon]

The back strap is made to secure the whole backpack to a suitcase handle, for travel... Some executive backpacks have this feature

[@thisisbhm]

Which is a killer feature. Having being able to put your backpack ontop of the suitcase and roll it around is a bigger feature than most people imagine.

[@fpv-teacher]

Was just gonna write the same 😂

[@bloatedgoatfpv]

The cross strap at the 7:40 mark is for sliding over the extended handle of an upright suitcase. Computer backpacks have that too.

[@billmcdonald4335]

I'm using a Manfrotto Tri M camera backpack. I had it before getting into FPV, and it fits my needs for both photography and FPV. It also cost half what this one costs. One bag, two uses - bang fer buck.

[@mitchpalmer721]

I've had this bag for about two weeks now (coming from a Torval Pitstop bag). I haven't run into any issues so far. My only complaints are that I wish it had a waist strap (bag can get quite heavy when fully loaded); and traditional clasp buckles. However, the magnetic buckles havent caused me any issues so far. The strap on the backside is so you can slide it onto a roller suitcase while traveling. I've fit up to 6 quads on it (One 3.5" on top, one 5" on either side and three on the front: 7" and two 5"). It was between this and iFlight bag. So far, no regrets, highly reccomend. Great review Joshua!

[@jonwry]

mitch thanks for selling me on my choice :)

[@deDrones]

Hi Joshua!! I’ve Recieved this backpack from banggood some weeks ago and i’m very happy with it but the price is a little high…I think that the price for this backpack is almost 100$. But i’m really happy. Its my actual bag. Enjoy ❤️

[@KingFPV]

I'm still rockin' the THINKTANK FPV backpack I won here on your channel a million years ago. Thanks again!

[@tk-maker]

I just get a $25 camera bag, find some old lady with sewing machine to attach straps for $6, perfectly fit, TX16s, V2 goggles, chargers, usb, soldering iron, skrew driver box, 2x 5 inch and 2 tinywhoops left and right a 14 inch laptop fit into behind, spray with nano water proof coating..battery carry seperately in fireproof bag. I am happy with it.

[@nogod4me_fpv]

8:46 top shoulder buckles will pull whole backpack UP when it’s on back, not down as you show.

[@ExplorewithZac]

The cross straps are for going over the handle of luggage. So you can set the bag on top of your rolling luggage and put the strap over the handle. Pretty much all camera bags have them and that's what they are for. It's very useful while traveling so you don't have to carry the bag on your back while walking around or waiting in the airport.

[@ExplorewithZac]

Oh god, Joshua... XD The synching buckles on the bottom will only tighten when pressure is applied to the back side of them... So yes you can easily undo them with your hand, but when a tent/tripod/mat is attached to the bottom, they will be tight and not come loose. Come on man... They really send this bag to the wrong KZbinr.

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Oh god Zac no you're wrong. The straps are just loose. I was pulling on them from the inside to tension them as if I was an object, and they just don't hold. But just for you, I put a tripod on there, cinched it down tight, and then jiggled the bag and sure enough, they loosened up again. I've got a video of it recorded, but YT is being a butt and I can't upload it right now. Maybe later.

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Ok Zac it finally finished processing. Here's your response: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoGsXpWOg7KNra8

[@theflyinggrip]

I'd argue the pyrodrone bag was designed to be opened standing upright...The bottom is extremely sturdy and stands without issue, how I usually use mine at least. At the very least, its a better idea than turning your pack over on to the quads, or having to remove them all (who would do that? lol). Lots of different products out there that can get the job done. Appreciate all the content.

[@sebastianpostek8907]

I’m a user of a Lowepro QuadGuard BP X3 for quite long time. The back opening type of a backpack. There was a huge discussion about convenience of this solution when i made my choice. It was quite natural for me that this backpack was not meant to be placed on ground neither on the front or the back. The best way for me is to put it vertically on the ground - like you wear it on the back. Then you can fully unzip the main compartment and unfold it on the ground. You have than full access to your gear in every possible compartment as well as to the front mounted quads. As simple as that 😊 Never looked for other backpacks since I bought it.

[@TheLucidor]

I recently looked at this but ultimately bought a Wolfpak backpack for my gear. It's marketed as a gym bag but has a ton of compartments and molle straps on the outside to carry quads

[@ah4quadssake885]

I have a 20 quid military style backpack that has the webbing on the outside to hang things on 3 sides.I use battery straps through the webbing and can easily hang several quads like this. A radiomaster tx16 case,DJI goggles case and a case a fishing reel came in for my batteries which fit nicely in the main compartment . This leaves 3 other zip pockets for loads of quad spares and lunch. So 60 quid will get you the back pack and separate cases for your expensive kit. You can even even use it to sit on at the field if its damp Save yourself alot of cash and have a better set up and just miss out on the label.

[@MCsCreations]

Great review, Joshua! Thanks! 😃 Not bad at all! I liked it! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@TheMadmacs]

theres two kinds of quad bag, one for walking 300 yards into a bando, then there are bags for hiking to incredible spots, the only true hiking bag is pretty much any 30l tactical backpack.only caveat i would add is, i put padding from an old karrimor pack inside my tacticals, huge difference. i hike a bit and people wouldnt believe the amount of gear i get in and on my bag. i get two quads a waterproof jacket, a down jacket, a chair, walking poles, water bottle, on the outside,...... i also carry a slightly large waterproof jacket purely for the backpack, i can unclip the straps and put them through the sleeves of the waterproof and have an almost fully protected bag, straps an all.

[@SkeezyFPV]

I’ve got a few miles on my legs humping packs and I’d 100% agree. I use the same kind of pack, my goggles go inside a carhartt beanie, rc does the same, quads go on the outside, and I keep a handheld tri band ham radio, an msr guardian water purifier, food, and extra clothing and whatever else I need for that particular day or days in the pack. The straps and buckles on this pack in the vid look weak at best. Hell, sometimes I just hang one quad off another with carabiners on the back. I’m not worried about breaking something that I literally crash every day 😂

[@TheMadmacs]

@@SkeezyFPV yeah the versatility is hard to beat, the ideal quad bag would start with a tactical bag, and maybe add a waterproof compartment and a heat proof compartment for the batteries. its a bit odd that a hobby of tinkerers comes up with bags costing hundreds of dollars to carry quads 100 yards.....ok you had to climb through a hole in a fence but come on 200 smackers...i buy the cheapest of the cheap and if its a bit rubbish, i sew it stronger, add double zips, insulate a battery compartment. all under 30bucks

[@larsbutnotleast1535]

Hi. I have a pack with the exxact same buckles. At first i thought they were great, but that only the case if you dont plan to put anything on the outside under the buckle. For my case thats a wet towel after the gym. It wouldn´t even lock the towel in place. I plan to chanke them to the "old" way of buckle.

[@bota_fpv9343]

your review of the i flight bag convinced me to buy it and it is fabulous. can’t wait to meet you at rampage this weekend!

[@itsjackfpv]

That strap on the back is for if your putting it on a suitcase ✌🏻

[@DriftaholiC]

You said it in the beginning; It's like a camera bag. I've had the best luck with camera bags for my FPV equipment.

[@gregorydahl]

Newspaper delivery bags had front and back pouches and over the shoulder straps and could spin around to maintain balance as it emptied .

[@irom77]

I love that top compartment, the place to put away my radio or maybe goggles instead of table

[@Raven-FPV]

My top 3 Backpacks are this one from HGLRC next to the Rotor Riot V2 and the AULINE.

[@zappex92]

please test the new Foxeer Donut 5145 Props !!!!!!!!!

[@reub-topia2656]

Good review. I have the Auline bag, and i love it, but it does have some strap issues too.

[@theduck001]

Imo the quadcopter is too much in the bottom so that props can damage when having the bag on hard floor...

[@UnmannedSky]

RDQ makes a fine backpack for $80. Never felt like I needed more than that. Can fit 3 quads on the outside (2 5" and a cinewhoop) with props on.

[@smithe68]

⁠@Joshua Bardwell or anyone else that has one, the material inside that the Velcro sticks too is useless. I thought at first the divider side Velcro was at fault but then I tried a bunch of different Velcro types and none of them stick worth crap. I took the iFlight dividers and tried them in my Torvol Mini Explorer V2 and they stick perfectly so it’s definitely the felt or whatever it is that iFlight has used in the bag. How are you dealing with this? I’m about to sew the dividers down, that or the bag is going in the bin even though the bag is otherwise well built and holds a ton of stuff.

[@Gosuminer]

Plus: Folding chair can go on the bottom and pouch for water bottles on the side. The side pockets are nice for taking broken props home if you cannot dispose of them at your spot. Neutral: Notebook case. With the Speedybee app there is no need to carry around a notebook anymore. Minus: Not very good protection for the radio and you need an extra box for carrying tools like a prop tool and a 3mm hex driver. I would like to see a padded plastic container for tools inside the backpack. Also way too thick for overhead compartments on a plane. I don't see a huge advantage over my 50$ backpack.

[@WanneSomeSoup]

I have a very similar backpack made by National Geographic, with exactly the same layout and more or less the same functions, and it only cost about 80 bucks.

[@cloudjumper725]

Can you share a link, please

[@MysteryD]

Look up the Microraptor by Pro Cases. About as small as a high schooler's backpack. I can fit 2 quads on the outside, and on the inside: 12 lipos, DJI v2 goggles, Tango 2, and all the handy field tools I might need.

[@theduck001]

You need max 2-3 drones on the bag imo. 2x 5" freestyle and 1x chine whoop.

[@nogod4me_fpv]

Will top compartment fit a RM Boxer hardcase? Please make a video for me😊

[@benedict_fpv]

I saw the Dealers List from Hglrc, this Backback cost 89 for the Dealers.

[@JoshuaBardwell]

That's a hell of a margin.

[@user-yk1cw8im4h]

that’s still overpriced lol

[@dr0n3droid]

@@JoshuaBardwell But it's designed for FPV so it must be worth it.🤣

[@benedict_fpv]

@@dr0n3droid but a 100$ margin isn't worth it. I would understand when a drone has this lot of a margin, but you can get replacement parts. HGLRC is clearly overpricing here.

[@dr0n3droid]

@@benedict_fpv Sarcasm is a lost art. Things are worth whatever people are willing to pay. If people are buying it, it's not overpriced. " A fool and his money..." Obviously this is overpriced. At $90 HGLRC are making money. It's up to dealers to unload them for $200.

[@shadowofchaos8932]

It only works for 5" quads or larger. If I wanted to strap 3" or smaller quads, would need to go inside.

[@chrisnakovski3684]

Anyone caught the teleporting bug at 4:07? Bravo Vince

[@volkergoe]

Why no mention of Torvol?

[@dimanfpv3247]

It's been about a year and a half since you DD the iFlight back pack I'd like to see a follow up on how yours is holding up. I bought it on pre-order and it goes everywhere with me I travel for work and that pack (according to google timeline) has traveled 3.5times around the earth last year alone. It's been on 100+ airline flights and it's showing its age I had one of the sinch straps on the shoulder strap break the stitches and come loose I fucked up the zipper at the top (my fault I somehow got a corner of the neck strap from the transmitter stuck and bent some teeth getting it out. ) But I would have to say it's doing good considering what I've put it through.

[@JoshuaBardwell]

So far mine is flawless, although I do think it's gotten a little saggy since it was new and the velcro is a little weaker.

[@PeighDayFPV]

Amazon is currently selling this backpack for $100. Think it's worth it at that price point?

[@romulusfpv]

The shoulder strap setup is adjustable to fit different torso’s. This is very common for good backpacking/hiking packs. You’re lack of understanding of this feature should not be promoted as a negative against this product.

[@JoshuaBardwell]

The intent behind the feature is obvious. I explained it in the video. I'm not complaining about the fact that the shoulder straps are adjustable. I'm complaining that, when they are in the high position, the pull on and potentially squish the top compartment, which defeats the purpose of having your controller in it.

[@romulusfpv]

@@JoshuaBardwell ok that’s fair. I agree squishing the top pouch is if not adjusted properly is bad for any radio in that pouch. The other small detail is that there are more adjustments slots below the spot you showed.

[@PortalFPV]

Neat backpack. Still think the Lowepro BP X1/X2 is still the best made drone bag (except it doesn't have a waist strap, which for it size, it really needs it). I've noticed anyone that's been in the hobby more than a few years seem to have one. But just like anything that's near perfect....you can't buy it easily anymore 😥

[@tienduy12345]

For me, Lowepro BP is average at best, not because of the design but the material, , the material on the hard part got scratched easily, it'll degrade after 1-2 years and look horrible.

[@Nupid_Stoob]

I got a cheap 40$ but very big 45 Liter "military/tactical" Backpack from Amazon that has velcro pads and straps at the front where I just thread a battery velcro strap through a loop and secure my quads on there like that. 2 main compartments and 2 front pouches. Soooo much space in there. I can pack all my tools and gear and STILL have room to go grocery shopping on the way home after ripping some packs lol Its nice that there are Backpacks custom made for drone stuff but I'll never spend 200 freakin bucks on a backpack lol for a price like that you should only feel half the weight or some special feature like that haha

[@speed2o7]

I can’t imagine buying a transmitter, goggles, chargers, batteries and a quad thinking a $200 bag is too much

[@nullfield1126]

It's the same with guns. People will spend hundreds of dollars on a gun, and then throw it inside a 4$ nylon holster.

[@dr0n3droid]

You say "too much" as though it's unaffordable, when in reality it's just gouging. If a pack is worth $200 it has to bring something to the table besides an "FPV" label. I refuse to pay a premium for clout. I have a $200 backpack but it's 80L, covered with pockets, has a removable top, a mechanically hinged hip belt, waterproof zippers, bladder sleeve, etc. This is a $60-80 bag with a $200 tag.

[@nullfield1126]

@@dr0n3droid Name of your bag, please? Because it sounds awesome

[@speed2o7]

@@dr0n3droid it doesn’t look like a $60 - $80 backpack to me. Granted I haven’t seen it in person but $60 is what a Jansport backpack is worth these days. I have the iFlight one and I feel that was worth 200. Heavy material, quality zippers and stitching. Lots of nice FPV specific features. That’s unfortunately what backpacks cost these days.

[@dr0n3droid]

@@nullfield1126 Not sure the exact model as it's been discontinued for some time. I've had it for a decade or so. It's a MEC pack, Canadian REI.

[@aivan_fpv987]

i think Auline backpack is the best choice. 😊

[@woutchauvaux6672]

Danget i just got the torvol like 3 weeks ago! (I am LOVING it though)

[@DRO_주임_fpv]

How should I put the Pavo20?

[@ActionMediaAndy]

Im tempted to drop $400 on a sick Pelican carry on case with custom foam. Anyone know a cheaper alternative? 😅

[@chickwithstick7695]

I'm an open from the back type...💜

[@aforeber]

gracias por ser sincero!😊

[@testpilotian3188]

Yeah I’ll pass, my £18 URUAV backpack is still going strong after 3 years, my friends Torvol backpack he bought for ten times that at the same time fell apart and broke the zips ages ago.

[@DRO_주임_fpv]

HGLRC 백팩 샀는데 허리 스트랩이 없나요? 그리고 가슴 스트랩 부분 양옆에 달린 스트랩의 용도가 궁금합니다.

[@kellywasden]

No laptop compartment? Am I missing something here?

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Yes it has a laptop compartment. I show it but I don't know the timestamp off hand.

[@trebor1477]

I like my black Torvol pitstop pro ❤

[@madvince1337]

Buy cheap 80€ softbag for Motorcycle, strap to backseat of motorcycle, throw copter, batteries, radio and small toolbox in, strap down, nothing moves, drive motorcycle right to where you fly, unstrap, have full access. Done flying?, throw everything in, strap 2 straps, leave. Packing takes 30seconds max no matter if @home or in the field. Literally, the order doesn't matter, you can just throw things in there and once you pullt the (2) straps down, nothing moves.... Perfectly secure, super easy to use. Might explode when you crash your bike but... We're FPV Pilots, right?

[@madvince1337]

Talk what?

[@PMcDFPV]

Still rocking my LowePro bag, need a new model fo sho, if anyone could convince LowePro to make another Quadguard, it would be you good sir :)

[@ChrisRiley3D-Everything]

Just watched the video on your broken pyrodrone back pack. Now that you have a broken bag, it would be a great time to do a lipo fire test to show what would happen if you had say 5 lipos in a fire proof bag inside the back pack and they caught on fire. easy way to insure a lipo will catch on fire is to take a fully charged lipo and a lipo that is run down and plug them together. as the power transfers from the full lipo to the down lipo it will do so so fast that they will heat up and catch on fire after a few mins. plenty of time to stuff them inside the bag and zip it up. Now that would be a test a lot of viewers would love to watch. Do it for science! You said yourself you are not sure how safe it would be to put your lipos in a fire bag inside the back pack.

[@MountaineerFPV]

For Science!

[@ChrisRiley3D-Everything]

@@MountaineerFPV What's up Bo. Yes sir. I know you would love to see this as you went full Ninja on a lipo just a few weeks ago!

[@MountaineerFPV]

@@ChrisRiley3D-Everything full Samurai

[@irom77]

Hesitate between this backpack (top compartment is the seller for me) or pyropack because of size….at least I can pack all my stuff for sure.

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Pyropack is the champ for large size and the build quality is decent.

[@thomascook-ii6qo]

I have really enjoyed my raceday quads bag

[@KOrnhOliO1]

And it's on clearance on their site for I think around $70 !

[@thomascook-ii6qo]

@@KOrnhOliO1 dang might have to grab another one for my son

[@KOrnhOliO1]

@@thomascook-ii6qo I've never seen it, but if you like it a lot, yeah - It's a deal at about 1/3 the price of this HGLRC. I for one, won't pay $200 for a backpack for drones.

[@marinehm]

NOT! I've got a Pelican 1510 case. Much better protection. It has a handle for carrying and has wheels. Totally waterproof.

[@dr0n3droid]

Can you pack it on your back? No...? Disqualified

[@h3rtz]

In China this backpack is the equivalent of 85 USD. Stuff made in China usually is a bit cheaper within China (duh) but not that much. I wonder where that price gap is coming from.

[@bigtunitube]

quads need to be kept inside a bag for me, at least 2x5inch and 1x3inch......

[@rhett1734]

You guys should see camera backpacks...sadly 200$ is a steal for one of those

[@PerceptionFPV]

Yup got the p mc backpack it’s really good but expensive

[@isaacmitchell7780]

pyrodrone backpack opens from the front!

[@willsintheair]

That strap across the back is to secure it to the extended handle of a rolling suitcase.

[@craigbu7755]

Do they wear a mask when they sell you that LoL You can get a very good camera bag for a lot less than that that'll carry way more stuff without being any bigger, The one i use even has a pouch on the front with slots for all your tools, the only mod i had to do was make a couple of mounts to strap two quads to the front.I also carry a rain cover with mine to lay the bag on,then roll it up and store it in the side mesh pocket👍

[@MrCaptainnemo]

Just get torval to make a bigger bag with 3 or more of their bungee cord

[@TomHerriman]

This pack looks like to be deisgned for the photo pilot that carries camera gear and an FPV quad or two. If the straps held, I'd buy one.

[@spfpv6753]

ZIPPERS DON'T LAST ON ALL FPV BAGS! Fix that problem and you have a FPV bag... 1 year is the longest ive had one last. I believe it was an Iflight. Great bag! crap zippers... 200 is normal I thought? Hell, I just got a new bag yast week. 30 bucks to ship to NJ! 30 bucks!

[@mr-huggy]

Why do they make big bulky bags for us, would rather prefer a smaller bag, helps us to carry less stuff and less weight.

[@TheVeganarchism]

I store and transport my fleet in $1 chiller bags from Woolworths…

[@Jahoosapheth]

I'm a more open from the back guy. Gnome saiyan?

[@gideonfpv1026]

I’ll stick with my Torvol

[@LivyuFPV]

Bro! All these new backpacks suck big time. I am a fan of this style of back-pack but it is just so weird to use. And when you travel internationally do you really want quads on the exterior? I looked 1 year to find what I think is the last ThinkTank Airport FPV backpack and belive it or not I think it is the BEST ever back-pack for a committed professional pilot that travels with his gear. A true marvel and it is such a pita they stopped manufacturing it. :(

[@227giorgio]

I could never see myself spending that much. Butttt amazon has this bag for 109$ and i got it in today

[@anthonystownsend]

Still can't beat the Torvol and their lifetime warranty and customer service.

[@AltmuehlDrone]

Okay, now whats unbelievable here? I can agree with everything you said in the video tho.

[@odie5]

Looks cheap to me. I love my Torvol !!

[@SnickterP]

This things only $109 dollars now! I’d say it’s a bargain

[@ksyz00]

this "fpv backpack" designers should have a word with deuter, evoc, fjallraven ... or basically any other veterans in the backpack industry.

[@vinny5203]

$200, i will throw my crap in a dollar store plastic bag

[@user-yk1cw8im4h]

need a backpack for tiny whoops

[@LowetheTechGuy]

I only open from the front, not into that, "open from the back" stuff, it's just wrong.

[@richardheedfpv9626]

If it's like their electronics it'll burst into flames.

[@brianemery8945]

Holy cow U missed sum really important features and compartments this bag has

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Do tell.

[@tito9107]

This backpack will always be in stock lol

[@fcojustel]

Hello Joshua. I think the HGLRC brand is very bad, everything I have bought from that brand has failed in the short term or has arrived bad. Motors (Rekon), FC, ESC, LEDs, GPS, etc. It is a brand that I cannot recommend to anyone.

[@GC-sg9jv]

Can't imagine spending $200 for this.

[@RomanSplinter]

This is a backpack for carrying multiple camera lenses.

[@DavidRodriguez-er4rq]

Those straps are bad😬 You can lose your drone if you are hiking and wanting to fly in the woods. You won't lose it because you hit trees but because a bump loosened the strap smh.

[@moifpv]

After watching this video I cancelled my order xD😅

[@odyss160]

Im buying 7 for no reason

[@MountaineerFPV]

I gotta pass on dat chit for 2 hundy.

[@michael67612]

Fpv backpacks need to chill. Sah expensive

[@theduck001]

Yeah but if the back is on the flor then you get dirt on your drones... i like more to have dirty clothes rhan dirty drones...

[@jayebonia8108]

ur gear is expensive need to take care of it, need expensive bag to secure it

[@dr0n3droid]

I've got one for you. Looks exactly like this pack but it costs $400. A true exclusive, you can only get it from me. I guarantee it is worth the premium over this bag.

[@MindRiderFPV]

Huge and way too $$. Can’t fly with that.