Maxpedition Falcon-II and Pygmy Falcon-II Backpacks Part 2 of 2 a 360 Degree Review

Part 2 of 2 of a comparison between the Falcon-II and the Pygmy Falcon-II backpacks by www.maxpedition....

[@RoscoeBa]

Good question. I used the VII on a 3 day hike and it was nicely packed with maybe even some room to spare. I'm not sure if the FII would hold (my) stuff comfortable overnight. Unless, one were streamlined and didn't haul a bunch of crap...like me.

[@RoscoeBa]

I like orange too. Don't know if I'd pull the trigger on one just yet but definitely nicer than I thought. Thx Chris.

[@RoscoeBa]

Let us know how you like it Buell. The two bottle holders on the side are very useful.

[@RoscoeBa]

@daddad77 I think the Vulture-II is their biggest pack. I use that. It doesn't have a frame, like some want, but it works well for me. Will take a look at the stitching of the F-II. Nothing jumped out at me but will check for ya.

[@RoscoeBa]

I did too! Picked up an OD green Typhoon and love it! I really like the size of it and have it all kitted up for hiking. The 2-straps feel pretty darn good.

[@snakeii0]

In regards to the Pygmy main compartment loop and space behind pocket perhaps a water bladder could be used. Just a matter of routing the tube through a hole (make one...) or zippers. Thanks for the reviews, I'm thinking about ordering a Falcon II.

[@RoscoeBa]

@Castleknight REI. We have 100 oz for regular backpacks and a 50 oz for the kid pack.

[@mokyan7]

That OD green/black color combo is really good looking. Great video too.

[@SUNCHIP2007]

Hey, I like my MAXPEDITION PYGMY FALCON 2, I use it to commute, unfortunately I will be stop using it and buy a MAXPEDITION ZAFAR BACKPACK and it's an awesome backpack. As for the FALCON 2, I am still debating on that just to go on the weekends. And thanks for the tips.

[@RoscoeBa]

You're welcome DNA. Alot of folks use these packs ffor EDC and laptops are an integral part of life for many. That's why I try to include that info in my vids.

[@RoscoeBa]

Glad I could show it to ya Tom, that's why I do them, just show stuff. I found the padding on the back of the Vulture-II decent for my big hike recently. I thought it'd be hotter but gratefully wasn't.

[@ATF_CA]

I'm not a hiker but you sure make these vids easy to watch and informative. ATF

[@slowfox123]

Hi Roz. I appreciate the reviews. Hopefully the info will prevent me from buying all of the packs myself to try out before I find the right one! Have you ever compared the falcon to the Maxpedition Condor II? They're priced the same, and I was wondering about their relative advantages. Thanks.

[@TomcatTailz]

Very informative. Would have bought one but now I've seen I have to buy bottle pouches, perhaps not. Real deal-breaker is the back. I already use a Dopplerduffle & find lack of anti-sweat measures very uncomfortable & rough material shreds a fleece jacket. Don't like Maxped's poorly padded shoulder straps. My 20 yo Wynmaster rucksack has twice the padding. Great video for seeing the good and bad.

[@RoscoeBa]

@victornacion1212 Ah, I like your choices. I prefer the orange but wonder if it might show more scuffs marks. The red won't as much. I'd still go orange. ;)

[@RoscoeBa]

Thanks so much Wolv! I'm glad I was able to help. It feels awesome to find the pack that's just right. Cheers!

[@MegaMatt333]

im getting a new hiking overnight bag soon, do you think the falcon 2 or the vulture 2 would be best suted? awesome review by the way

[@cjc5531]

Roz, Thanks for reviewing the Falcon II...I was looking at one of these next...Well done VID.. CJ

[@jrcash1234]

great reviews Roz, i do like the falcon-2 but i have to say i am a hardcore earth coloured gear kinda guy and really dont like maxpeditions kinky new coloures, that said though i can see the advantages to them. keep em coming Roz your doing great, love your vids..

[@RoscoeBa]

@EmptyEyesAccuse I'm a normal sized gal and they always fit me very well around the waist. I use web dominators to wrap up the excess strap. If you are a big, big dude I will go check that out further for ya..

[@daddad77]

Hey Lady, what's the biggest pack Maxpedition makes? Also, this one guys got a video out saying the stitching was all crooked and messed up on his Falcon ll, you ever have any problems like that?

[@RoscoeBa]

Hi Jeff. I'm sorry, I don't know. Don't have the Pygmy anymore to test for you. Do still have the JetBoil though. Maybe someone else can pipe in and give an answer...

[@dnasplice]

thank you so much for that laptop size test. i am getting a new pack for school and needed to see if they fit.. great vids! thanks again

[@EmptyEyesAccuse]

@RoscoeBa Oh I see.. One last question! overall, do Maxpedition backpacks come with good length straps? For the low carry on your back I mean. Thanks a lot for replying (= have a great day!

[@RoscoeBa]

@EmptyEyesAccuse Hi! I never really used the Falcon-2 because I traded it for a Condor-2. Needed it for some overnight hiking and needed the larger pack... I hope somebody can comment to help ya out with your questions. Thx for stopping by, friend! -Roz

[@20GATE91]

what is much better for a hiking trip the pygmy falcon-II or the condor urban go backpack

[@EmptyEyesAccuse]

@RoscoeBa So in your case, it fits the way you want it and still have excess strap.. That's good, I think I will buy it.. Now the problem is choosing the color! lol I'm between the Royal Blue and the Black. Any would be good anyways (= Thanks again!! :)

[@RoscoeBa]

Thx Fusion. Foliage is one of my favs too. I like the way you think! Amen!

[@Jurkowski1987]

Do the waist straps have a tuck away pouch like the vulture II on the bottom of the water blatter? so if you don't want to use them then you can just tuck them away

[@TheJakobLott]

@RoscoeBa pigmy doesn't have a bladder compartment. :) The falcon does......thanks.. maybe someone will let me know.... can you tell me is the bladder compartment sipped on the outside...as in do you think its about the same LxW as the first compartment ?

[@RoscoeBa]

Hi Andrew. Its an option I s'pose. How do you carry a canteen? Molle...?

[@pompier1143]

excuse me i m french and my english is very rusty but for buy this bag what is the name of your computer and her height please thank you and sorry for my english

[@SUNCHIP2007]

On the inside of the MAXPEDITION PYGMY FALCON 2 where she went thru. the packcet with her hand under the sleeve pocket that is design for water bag that it well holds it and she forgot that there 2 open holes that you sticks out on the corners that will sticks out the tube holes for you to drink your water.

[@EmptyEyesAccuse]

Hey, thanks for sharing (= but I have a couple questions about this bag.. Can it carry low as well? not so high on your back? Because I want it for school AND hiking and stuff, but I can't afford to buy two, so I reaaally need to think it through. I hope you have the time to give me some feedback (= Thanks again! (=

[@RoscoeBa]

@TRUTHandANSWERS Gosh, I don't know. I don't have the Pygmy anymore. I hope somebody will weigh in with answer for you...

[@RoscoeBa]

Don't you hike while you Geocache? That should get you out on the trails alot, eh?

[@gstrader73]

Does the waist strap help support the weight of the Falcon 2? Thanks in advance

[@TheJakobLott]

will the laptop fit in the bladder compartment???? thanks so much!!!

[@captaincompost123]

HAHA 2:07, Magic Teddy! Good review, I'm glad you didn't spend 15 minutes talking about strapping and putting other pouches and things on it. Thanks :-).

[@RoscoeBa]

Thank you much, Mr. CJ.

[@Castleknight]

Where do you get the water bladders?

[@mando515]

Thanks for your review. I can't stand the "outdoor" and "survival" reviews that show some guy drinking coffee and awkwardly clearing his throat for 5 minutes, preceded by their 5 minute introduction song and 5 minute ordeal about what side of the bed they got up on, only to begin the actual review 15 minutes later. Thanks for a helpful review and for cutting to the chase.

[@ATF_CA]

In Fresno? Are you kidding me, Roz? It's as flat as a baby's foot over here. The only hiking I could possibly do is that in Yosemite. ATF

[@RoscoeBa]

Gosh JKA, I wish I had measured when I had them so I dunno. I'd think maybe too small...?

[@76bts]

great review - I EDC the Pygmy Falcon and it's a great bag, the two bottle holders are great one for nalgene and one for bananas! (stops them getting squished inside!) lol

[@RoscoeBa]

I have traded it off and can't answer your Q. Maybe somebody can jump in and help with this question...? Thx guys.

[@MegaLaidback]

You can find a bag similar at your local Target or Walmart for cheaper

[@RoscoeBa]

Thx JR. "kinky" lol! I like earth tones too.

[@RoscoeBa]

Ha! I know, that was kind of...unexpected. :-D Thanks for watching!

[@RoscoeBa]

Many thx Lane, I appreciate that.

[@severzero]

Make it look pretty hehe! Im not sure what one i want!!! I like waist straps and comp straps but i like water bottle holders! I am not sure hehe Whats the teddy bears name?!?!!

[@RoscoeBa]

Thx Bryan.

[@OutdoorAesthetics]

Hey ros u just sold me on the falcon instead of Pygmy thanks

[@RoscoeBa]

Yeah, sounds weird like that huh? I just grabbed anything to stuff it up and my kid had a tent full of her toys. I grabbed and stuffed the backpacks with them.

[@BornAllroundFisher]

yes it does !

[@LaneMaddox00]

you do great vids

[@leontedev]

awesome reviewS!!!! I'm gonna get the Falcon 2 in Foliage green :) thanks a lot - keep them coming please :D Maxpedition should send you stuff for free

[@MustangFastback]

You do some good-ass reviews. SUBBED!

[@RoscoeBa]

Yessir!

[@RoscoeBa]

@SUNCHIP2007 Thx for the info. We'll let "her" know.

[@Conan568]

Those are called molle attachments, just so you don't sound like a Noob. Nice bag, I have a Max wallet/.

[@daddad77]

@RoscoeBa Thanks :) Go ahead and search up that video on here, i believe the name of it is "falcon FAIL"...... yeah thats right because he has the pygme (sp?) Falcon if HOLY SHIT RIGHT THERE IT IS!!!! LOL I just looked down at that sidebar and saw it hahaa that was awesome.. ""Maxp. Pyg. F2 fail blindperson sewed it"" or something like that, you'll find it. I dont care I'm still getting one im not gonna let one bad review ruin it..

[@RoscoeBa]

Decisions decisions... ;-)

[@tbsmith020]

7:15 THATS WHAT SHE SAID!

[@Max11Seven]

THANK YOU! i am so glad i did not buy this! i wanted to carry my laptop in it!