New Maxpedition RiftPoint & RiftBlade Backpack Review

[@ericeboyd]

I’m a big fan of Maxpedition and have several of their bags, pouches and holsters. The one thing I don’t like about the newer designs is that a majority of the backpacks don’t have a built in water bottle pouch on either side. I don’t want to buy an extra attachment just to carry my water bottle. Either a design flaw or a ploy to sell more attachments.

[@johnd4348]

For the price they should throw in a really pretty girl to carry your water bottle for you. If they did I would buy one. I just buy my stuff at Goodwill. Packs for 5 dollars.

[@bdh3949]

I wouldn't want an unusable (to me) pouch always hanging off the outside of my bag, I would never buy it. I prefer a much cleaner outside.

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

I think Maxpedition products are worth every penny. Their quality made and priced right, So everybody can afford. Another great review Sootch00 and it was pretty cool to see your wife in this episode too. Long live the republic bro.

[@cj0204]

Brother! Every Maxpedition bag I’ve ever bought was because of your in-depth review. Keep up the great work.

[@lordofgraphite]

i have never needed to look anywhere else for quality gear reviews, thank you for the vids sootch.

[@davidlol957]

Just checked out the website. This stuff is pretty expensive. I’ll still with 5.11. Extremely good quality for a decent price

[@TuBui2]

if you want similar gear as 5.11 (at least in terms of packs) I'd check out the LApolicegear branded Atlas bags. almost exactly the same construction and design for half the cost.

[@spicecrop]

@@TuBui2 Yep, and same with SOG gear. They make a Rush 72 knock off that is just as good and a little bit lighter for half the cost.

[@cntryboy1776]

Sootch00 I do believe you have outkicked your coverage with Mrs. Sootch00. Great job as always - thanks for all you do.

[@guitarhiker4449]

That riftblade is a sweet pack!! I also like the fack they use seat belt material for their straps! Can't get more tough than that! They never seize to amaze! I have one of their sling bags and i love it. Been thinking about really upgrading to either the riftblade or tiburon pack. I like the zipper pulls and the zipper lock feature, also like the velcro strip. I would buy their rain cover too fits right in the pocket in the bottom. Probably buy one good size pouch to attach and thats it. Would hold most if not all your gear that way. Not too many companies offer all these features. Bomb proof packs! Quality builds and materials! Worth every penny! Hike on!

[@Boobashoob]

Nice bags, but I can buy 4 30 liter Ospreys for the price of one of those bags. And get a lifetime warranty.

[@Weakeyedominant]

I think these are made in the USA though. I think that's where the price difference comes from.

[@Brandon_Neil]

Right. Just like you can buy a pocket knife for 1$.. it will cut almost exactly like a 100$ knife for the first few cuts. so yes. If you go hiking 1 day a year or something, go cheap. If you use it everyday and depend on it's performance, pay for a premium product.

[@Boobashoob]

Brandon Neil The difference is, Osprey is a professional grade company. People hike Mount Everest with Ospreys on their backs. They can withstand the harshest conditions for decades. It’s not like buying a $1 knife vs a $100 knife at all. It’s like buying a $40 knife that can outperform and outlast an overpriced $280 knife.

[@thomasbrandon5111]

As always Don good info. I started using Maxpedition over ten years ago and my jumbo is still in service as an EDC and I use a Falcon2 and Sitka for a ghb. Plus numerous pouches for organization or compact EDC.

[@Brykk]

I love maxpedition. I just cant afford their stuff.

[@TheMarsgia]

Theyd had a warehouse sale in Anaheim, ca abut a month ago. All of the older bags amongst other gear were at 50-70% off. You should sign up and get alerts

[@dib0018]

Maxpedition doesn't honor their warranty and have completely lost their minds on price. I like their gear but with aforementioned problems I'll buy someone else's gear like the mentioned vanquest.

[@johnd4348]

You can find stuff like this at Goodwill for around 5 to 10 dollars. Just have to keep your eyes out for them. I buy all my stuff from Goodwill. You would be surprised what people get rid of.

[@TacticalMainframe]

Agreed, great products just over priced.

[@MrBlessed70]

Check out "First Tactical" gear.

[@joelareddola4946]

I don’t know what I like more. The out takes or your reviews,lol. But I enjoy the way you do your videos as a whole. Can’t wait for next one.

[@Torranium]

I have my Riftblade for about a year. And it´s great for my everyday usage. You can even go with it on a 3 to 5 day journey if you know how to effectivly pack a backpack. Please notice, i mean a 3 - 5 Day trip in the civilisation. Not a 5 day Winter-Biwak in the wilderness of the woods of norway. For this kind of Trip i would prefer a Maxpedition Gyrfalcon. Unfortunately, there is no really large outdoor backpack from Maxpedition. With 50 -> 80 liters volume.

[@johnoneill5812]

Maxpedition makes really good products but the price is high compared to 5.11 Rush series for example.

[@trevorknoll422]

That's because the rush series is not even comparable. These are much higher quality

[@TwoPlusTwoEqualsFive32]

I have the 5.11 rush 12, it's a great bag, but not nearly comparable in my opinion.

[@rylancory]

I know its good quality and well thought out. Just can't really justify the price though. $270 CAD for the Riftcore seems a little crazy when competitors are making similar products for a cheaper price.

[@bruceforster3709]

There ARE other companies with stuff JUST as good for much less money. Nothing wrong with Maxpedition-you're just paying snob $$$ for the name!

[@Brandon_Neil]

It's 150$ on amazon. It seems like you can get just about all their stuff for like 60% of msrp there. But yes you do pay a premium for the bleeding edge of bag technology. If the features apply to you the price ends up making sense. If you don't need all the bells and whistles, you will see a bad value.

[@rylancory]

.Com or .Ca? Up here in Canada it was $270. $150 isn't that bad of a deal. I'd buy it at that price. Just not double.

[@bosse641]

RiftPoint sure looks like the perfect day-hike bag. WANT.

[@SensiblePrepper]

The RiftPoint was my constant companion on our recent trip to Fla and it was perfect. Thanks John!

[@Exmachinagamma]

This would be a great hiking backpack to me. Maxpedition has some great organization. I use the Wolfspur black for my EDC.

[@SensiblePrepper]

I've been carrying the Classic Fatboy for years but love the way the Wolfspur opens up! That's on the list. Thanks Brother!

[@davidpyle7333]

For those who correctly state that Maxpedition is more expensive than their competition, in this case you get what you pay for. I have a Versipak that’s 15 years old, and my Noatak will be 13 this year. Both have been dragged around the world and still look new.

[@Xandrosi]

The "obvious" zipper issue when you open to a corner is what I've also experienced on my Maxpedition Tiberon. Anything but smooth. Noted that Maxpedition QC found the issue and reinforced those corners, adding stitching that will soon wear. In other words, the zipper seems to ride the cloth at those points. While the overall bag materials and harness are fantastic, this zipper issue is one that will keep me from a Maxpedition bag going forward.

[@SkinnyMedic]

Great backpacks!!

[@SensiblePrepper]

Yes they are! You guys did a great review!

[@chasemer6]

It was funny you two KZbinrs both featured these bags with your wives. Great reviews by both of you for both bags.

[@jaredwiggins4729]

@@SensiblePrepper I'm a little surprised does Maxpedition's & Vanquest's Wolf Color really blend/work with OD (Olive Drab) Green?

[@trevorknoll422]

Everyone complaining about the price, you don't have to buy it you know. They make high quality bags with top teir materials, they can charge whatever they want and they obviously do well enough to follow that. Move on and go buy a Jansport.

[@leatherneckprepper4477]

I use a drago gear bag. Two years in every day and it’s been solid.

[@peterpayne2219]

It would be nice to hear what size laptops will fit into each bag.

[@kenhelmers2603]

Good to see the Mrs modeling a pack :) Thanks Sootch!

[@retnav92]

Looks like good stuff. Another source is Blackhawk, and check out Think Tank Photo bags for non-military looking bags that are extremely well-made, and versatile for other than camera gear.

[@philippejeoffre8429]

Merci de cette superbe présentation !

[@timunderbakke8756]

Cannot afford it really, but I’d be good with the Riftpoint 15 liter as a get home bag. Someday.... My full blown surplus bag meets my needs for winter or for bug out, but it’s also massive compared to a daily or even summer need.

[@MRHEAT20]

Another great review- I ordered the large bag for me and the smaller bag for the wife -thanks

[@MrDanielWP]

I like maxpedition's new lines.

[@MrDosonhai]

Good tactical backpacks but if I were to spend this much for a bug-out bag, I'd rather spend extra and get a Fjallraven backpack. People have used them for 10 years and they look just as new. Them Swedish makes the best outdoor gears.

[@justinuriahphoto]

You could open a store with all of the gear you’ve received over the years.

[@Q-BinTom]

Sir you give a hell of a review! Max sure does make good stuff. The only problem is that there gear won’t ware out.

[@ThatCleanMT]

Great video as always. It’s such a shame they didn’t put the same interior compartment MOLLE on this one like they have on the RiftCore. I used that religiously.

[@andrewrobinson6703]

Yep! I will babysit one of them. Well I guess I could babysit both. I am feeling generous. And get this. All for the price of ONE ☝🏻. Your welcome.

[@paulhughes3961]

They look like really great bags. I think for me I would like the Riftcore.

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks Paul! The RiftCore is a great medium size bag. My Buddy NCHeel talked me out of it : )

[@edcman246]

Can't wait to get one I have a lithvore great bag and great video

[@solidaudioTV]

Thanks for your excellent Maxpedition reviews! Any chance of getting a 14-inch laptop in that smaller Riftpoint bag?

[@brucemcconnell1467]

Good review. Glad to see you getting the boss in the video too. About time.

[@SensiblePrepper]

Yeah, She makes my channel look a lot better! Lol! Thanks Bruce.

[@Brandon_Neil]

To all the people that say it's too expensive. I'd rather buy a bag and be able to DEPEND on it and guarantee it will do what I need it to for years. If you use the bags everyday for years it equates to a few cents a day. Worth it in my mind to comfortably and confidently have everything I need with me all the time. The first time an essential part of your cheap bag breaks while your out, you will realize why people pay for quality.

[@tprice2012]

I have been using the RiftCore for 6 months, nearly a perfect bag for my EDC and frequent air travel. Very interested in the RiftBlade being a bit larger!

[@jonvalentine8109]

I could not get along with mine until I cut the separator out to create one large internal space. Now it is perfect. still rigid enough to stand up and takes my gym kit easily.

[@Fedaykin8]

I always go back and forth between Maxpedition and Vanquest... They are both superb quality, so it comes down to features for me, and again, there are things to like and dislike for me with both. If I could design a "perfect" pack for me it would definitely be a baby of both company's packs. I'm leaning towards the Riftcore for my next purchase though. I just like that that Vanquest has more compartments, particularly the side compartments, and more hook & loop. I prefer the clamshell design and yolk strap system on the Rift series though. If I could marry those two, and they had a child... perfect pack. ;-)

[@Eric-ew8jt]

Both are great looking packs, Thanks for the review sir. God bless

[@madtownangler]

What is the purpose of the grommet on the bottom of the bag? drainage? Really hate the discontinuing of the Falcon/Condor bags. I prefer the old webbing straps over the new stuff. I'm hoping to get one more year out of my classic stuff. Use it for everyday use for work, hauling groceries, and fishing.

[@johnganshow5536]

30 liters is a good size for a day pack, I like to bring extra survival equipment...

[@florentinoariza4026]

It looks like the both bags are not as stiff as the Riftcore. Both also looked lighter than the Riftcore.

[@joseligeiro]

Greetings. I am from Portugal, Europe. Here, people do not worry to much about survival factors. I would like to ask what you do with the material you do not use. Sell or give? Around here, there is almost no survival material. Only in the "Decathlon" type stores or the few existing hunting stores have some articles of the type, but nothing special ... That is the reason of my question. What I have, most has come from outside my country, and it is expensive.Thank you and keep up the good work.J. Ligeiro

[@BonnieBlue2A]

It is too bad the rifpoint doesn’t have an inner pocket in which one can slide an armor plate. It would make a terrible college pack that way. Great detailed review, thank you.

[@hurt1704]

Hmm. Vertx or maxpedition? I think I like the vertx bags more due to they accept armor and look less militarized

[@odys3803]

You didn't mentioned the weight of the bags. Rain is not carefull, it will get your stuff wet, so you need a rain cover for these.

[@farwalker3672]

Another great review. Do they have larger bags? Something in the range of 40 to 50 L.? I’d like to put together something larger than a three day pack. Thanks for sharing.

[@marvinboggs]

I have 40 acres - Geodesic Dome that can easily accommodate 50 people - totally off-grid - and totally supplied with what is necessary. How do I get my kids on-board? They do not understand that risk they are facing. I have the stuff, but I don't have their total concurrence that something really bad is about to happen. What do I do?

[@WheezyIsHere]

I want a rip point that has a bladder hole. I dont need anything big but just regular hydration packs are ugly and have no other space

[@wolverinegnr]

Sootch I noticed the belt strap is removable, is it the same for the riftcore?

[@green15838]

Sog backpack a Dunams for 35 buck for the small and the large for 75bucks.

[@Nicky2023-t2r]

Что они все пистолеты достают из своих рюкзаков? Какой-то комплект неполноценности?😊

[@MagnumLapua338]

I love these packs. I am going toward the grey man approach and I am not sure if these are good for that or not.

[@antoniobotello4996]

Great review, now how many MAXPEDITION BAGS do you own?

[@bdh3949]

Wow, and I thought high end backpacks were priced very high, these bags are much higher. Is the difference in quality that much? Thanks Sootch.

[@Brandon_Neil]

When it comes to new technology you do pay a premium. Just like a 20$ cellphone does 90% of what a 800$ phone does. But if you use a bag daily and you rely on it working without issues, spending an extra 100$ is a no brainer.

[@ThatCleanMT]

Brandon Neil completely agree. I work in public service and have gone through a lot of shitty, low quality bags. Once I started using Maxpedition, it’s hands down the BEST bag for your money. Well worth the price.

[@rfjohns1]

The CCW aspect is not as good as the Entity line. It’s seems it would be difficult to get to your handgun without taking the pack off. Also having it on the back makes it susceptible to theft.

[@francogodoy7097]

Exelent backpacks and revew as always

[@jenniferf.2727]

You seen one bag you have seen them all personally i like 511 72

[@ThatCleanMT]

Miss Smith wrong

[@marvinboggs]

10-4, Sir. But what do I do with seven kids who think I'm crazy?

[@jesseallen4184]

Thanks for the great comparison. I’m so close to buying a Riftpoint. I’m currently use a Remora as my edc bag but I need something larger and would like the comfort of a backpack. I have a 5.11 Rush 12 and it’s so comfy with the fancy yoke. Any chance the Riftpoint is as comfortable?

[@edctvbytommyviola9119]

Everybody check out Magforce it’s Maxpeditions competitor they have better pricing For the exact same bags

[@ronaldhallam7309]

I’m like number 666; I’m not sure if I should leave it or unlike and come back later for a different number.

[@Ayrton4everrr]

What are hou guys talking about. Yes Maxpedition is expensive sadly, but Vanquest has almost nothing under $200 dollars. Their prices range between $160 and $250 dollars whick puts it in the same game as maxpedition. Now 5.11 is cheaper like half the price. That is a competitive option

[@TheMarsgia]

When is Max gonna make us a Camera bag?

[@davidpyle7333]

Thanks for another great review Don ! How “non-tactical” is the grey color ? I need something less military-looking as a suburban minivan-driving grey-man....

[@Brandon_Neil]

Maxpedition has their Entity series which is their " grey man " line. It's very subdued, but still retains alot of maxpedition technologies

[@davidpyle7333]

Brandon Neil, thanks. I just need my current Max rig to die and then I can justify a new one, problem is they last forever !

[@minhtran1249]

Thanks for your video, sir. Anyway, i wonder tht max riftblade is suitable for big tall man higher than 6feet only??? So, 5’7” man should choose max riftcore?

[@Evan-on9rf]

Hey sootch can you do a get home bag update paired with a edc. Where your edc is say a 380 but you have a bigger gun in your bag. For example i have a bersa thunder 380cc as my carry gun with a extra mag. But in my bag i keep my sd9ve with 3 mags in a serpa holster. And under the back seat a marlin model 60. Do you have any suggestions to change or swap out. P.s. im not a glock guy so mag compatibility isnt a option.

[@jshirleyjr]

No now you can put 4 pizza boxes in the riftblade instead of 2?

[@chuckoaks6756]

I thought you might eat that bug to show some extreme bug in besides bug out.

[@jerardorojas7164]

I just went on the website. Unfortunately for me that's way too expensive for a backpack. Im sure the quality is top notch but for us average joes its a bit much. Are there any companies you recommend that have a similar look to this pack but are around $60?

[@sootch00]

While the Maaxpedition bags are worth every penny, take a look at LAPG for a Budget priced bag that is good to go. Thanks Jerardo

[@josephpasquale8932]

May want to check out 3v gear

[@jerardorojas7164]

Cool ill check them out. Keep making videos, we watch everyone of them at work during our lunch. 👍

[@eric_brooks]

jerardo rojas try SOG or the LAPG packs for some mid range value options

[@jerardorojas7164]

Kohy Holmes thats what im currently using (SOG) But it looks a little too military sometimes. This one looks subtle.

[@patmyway618]

Nice review !

[@leetexas3924]

Nice, great review God Bless (us all)

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks Fred! God Bless

[@wolverinegnr]

Which bag is better the riftblade or the rush 24? Thanks

[@manolopanobre7981]

hi fellow EDC enthusiast. hope you can help me with my dilemma... i am really interested in getting an EDC covert tactical bag. i am now using a TNF surge bag for my EDC (school/gym). i am looking to getting either maxpedition riftcore or the 5.11 amp24 (tho im leaning more towards the riftcore), i like them coz of the clam shell opening (i havent tried a bag with a clam shell opening but i think they would be much easy to organize and access things in and out) and the modularity option for both bags. My gripe is that both of them have quick release buckles, and i am carrying everyday atleast 15-18 lbs of gear, books, laptop, gym stuff and i am always in daily commute, train jeepneys and buses. i am afraid that the quick release buckles might accidentaly unsnap while carrying heavy gear (especially when seats in public transport are full and i just sometimes hang on the jeepney and/or buses railings 😄👊💪). also i intend to use it in hiking, so again my concern is that the quick realease buckles might accidenrally unsnap while hiking in steep slippery hills and the bag with its heavy load might put me off balance and get into a mishap 🤕😂🤕. So to make the long story short, id highly appreciate any experience, feedbacks comments or suggestion regarding on should i still consider investing (i said investing because they cost a lot), or if there are something that i can do to remedy and make sure the the buckles would sure be not to accidentally relase off. **** and also what can i do to cover the grommet holes at the bottom of the maxpedition riftcore, i dont see me having any use for it, and moisture and dirt (as ill be again using tje bag for hiking) might actually sip in the grommet hole **** thanks for reading my long post... hope you can give me a good advise as i really like the compartmentalization of these great bags (self confessed O.C. 😊😊😊) thanks again a lot mate.

[@Custompro36610]

Ok!!!!!! Tranks Spain.

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks Spain!

[@Flightsimmovies]

How about edge peak v2

[@smilelife7874]

Where can you put your canteen?

[@coydogoutdoors]

You can't really beat maxpedition gear good quality packs

[@hammer9390]

Good review.

[@TeaDoubleE85]

Cool intro theme

[@awelbendebel8015]

hi scootch, do you think the duraflex quick release buckles can hold up to 20lbs of everyday gear? i want to buy this bag but im having second thoughts because of the quick release buckles.

[@JoeFrohlich]

Do you feel that the Maxpedition packs are better than the 511 Tactical?

[@tacticalbusdriver6630]

Pricing themselves out of the market . Most of these posts are writing about the competition and how much better their prices are .

[@snowpuppy77]

For an EDC bag seems hard to decide between the Lithvore and the RiftPoint. Anyone have thoughts on the Lithvore vs. RiftPoint for EDC?

[@alexandrelongpre924]

can i use for edc pack or its too big??

[@subtacticalshooter1695]

Wow that seems really pricey for what you're getting.

[@pwrhunter3341]

Will the 10/22 magpul x22 fit in this?

[@frankmiller4550]

First song sounds like Down by the River by Neil Young.

[@SensiblePrepper]

I thought the same thing. Thanks Frank!

[@lilfloridaprepper5446]

They are sold out 😔

[@ericjudd9603]

Were do i get one of those velcro patchs?

[@FanofLocke627]

Nice bags but WAY TOO expensive. There are plenty of well-made bags for half the price.

[@michaelparkin8216]

Hate the mil look.....what is the point of a bag smaller then 30 L

[@Brandon_Neil]

To carry any items 29 L or less is my guess.

[@martaarias1138]

Can u compare the edgepeak vs rifpoint ?

[@leroyl9794]

Wow buy eBay bag for $20 it does the same thing plus more room

[@Brandon_Neil]

Just like a 20$ cellphone does all some people need, And yet some people need more. I rely so heavily on my edc bag, I cannot risk a malfunction. So to pay an extra 100$ for a bag is a no brainer

[@leroyl9794]

Brandon Neil It’s your money by all means waist all you want lol

[@HavikRPG]

I think these new bags from Maxpedition are really bringing down their credibility.... Everyone used to love the Max gear and bags from the legacy series and the older bags... I guess the quality has gone down while the price goes up.

[@מיכלהורוביץ-ת3ד]

one thing you NEVER want to do while walking in the forest is using short pants,no matter how hot it is

[@onis1969]

i want a riftraft bag...hahaha

[@jeffnicholson7056]

Nothing new here. Same designs we've seen on hundreds of other bags. And, since it's Maxpedition, grossly overpriced.

[@williamvan909]

these pack are great but too small for bug outs.