Vanquest Trident-20 Backpack: Lots Of Options

[@Cr0cket20]

I'm liking the attention to detail on the design of that pack. They certainly look well put together.

[@StanleyBlonk]

Thank you for this great review (which is, in my opinion, the best and most detailed one!). This backpack seems very handy and although I was already sort of convinced to get this one, I'm now 100% sure I will. Even the big pocket in the back seems interesting for carrying documents like you've said. It'll come in handy when you don't want to fold papers and stuff. Maybe it's even a nice place to keep maps, so that you won't even have to unfold them. Well done!

[@kyledavidson6372]

Love mine! I hiked and mountain biked all over Asheville NC with mine. The big compartment with the dividers is perfect for rolling up extra clothes, food, a camera (while hiking), etc with super quick access to them. The speed to get to all of it is awesome. It also makes for a really good gun range bag. I did put my Camlebak in the very back compartment. The loop to hang it on feeds into that back compartment and you can run the tube through it as well. Love the reviews man!

[@gideonstactical]

Kyle Davidson Thanks so much!

[@seanw7712]

Someone told me recently that the chief R&D person at Vanquest was the original founder & co-owner of Maxpedition back in the 2000s. Plus a few others who left Maxped joined Vanquest including their operations manager.... I guess that's why Maxpedition hasn't done anything new for a while.

[@paulie4x1]

Ditto that, Thanx for informing me of this product, it should be the perfect size, to carry my 5C's, when I go out to play.

[@thetenaciousprocrastinator479]

Thank you for a great review! I've been eyeing this bag for some time now and now I made up my mind! Gonna by it even though Vanquest raised the price on the black multi cam model. The bag just seems awesome. ATB from Sweden

[@drcsep]

I like the design but too expensive for just 20L...

[@Lellobeetle]

At first, I really didn't get this bag because the orange velcro dividers looked too flimsey to me. But I've really come to see the light on all the great features of this bag.

[@gideonstactical]

Lellobeetle They are great.

[@Exist_Outdoors_]

Loving this pack, awesome review as always. Thanks man

[@DialupDad]

Just ordered this awesome backpack. Kinda funny, other reviewers specifically state the back pocket is meant for a CCW or water bladder, but as you point out, the hole for the hose doesn't connect to the pocket. Also, I can't really see how it would be comfortable having a gun stuck against the back like that. I'll be using the back pocket for my laptop with the added bonus of more rigid back support. Great review, it convinced me to buy this pack. Well, that and the Black Friday discount :)

[@abc456f]

I wasn't planning on buying one mainly because of the premium price. But I just happened to go to the Vanquest web site and saw the black Friday deal... $108.46 with free shipping. I couldn't resist. Wanted a hybrid edc/ghb and this is a perfect size between a man purse/slingbag and a 3 day backpack.

[@SRDragon1]

+Steen Hansen Hey Steve, I have this pack and have been using it for well over a year. the back pocket HAS a hole at the top of the bag to feed your water bladder hose through into the main compartment then through one of the holes on the left or right of the bag.

[@DialupDad]

Hey Paul. Wow, you're right, I hadn't noticed that at all. I guess that just further proves the versatility of this bag. I will try putting the water bladder in the back pocket. I do still prefer the back pocket for my laptop though. I feel it kinda slides around in the back part of the main compartment.

[@gunenthusiast9201]

Good review.

[@genesmith9786]

which one do u like better the dragon egg or vanquest? I'm thinking of purchasing the dragon egg. I just stumble on to this one and I'm really impress with it. I was sold on the dragon egg for edc/get home and maybe a 48-72 hr pack. I really luv the options on the vanquest and the compartments this pack offers. that orange inside is nice especially with the multicam. let me know what u think anybody?

[@sportsvideographer]

I'm like justin wondering what the pack is you were wearing in the opening? Can you combine the Trident-20 with a chest rig? I'm looking for a backpack and chest rig that can be used seperately and combined for a scout/ recon rig.

[@gideonstactical]

sportsvideographer Ya check out the hill people kit bag review in my pack & pouch playlist.

[@justinmcauliffvideos]

hey, what's the pack you were carrying on the front in this video?

[@ecoeco86]

Maybe you can use the "hidden pocket" for a German Army sleeping pad. Its in equal measure a sitting pad,sleeping pad and a cushion for you back. Your videos are great! Keep on! www.asmc.de/de/Camping/Schlafen/Matten/Isomatten/BW-Isomatte-faltbar-gebraucht-p.html

[@rossgrubbs4017]

Nice bag, review was well done and very informative.

[@chadjlmxp]

What is the brand and model of your Jacket? Nice...

[@ericdmason]

Great review!

[@bryantdodds2643]

What do I get first the survival knife or the gear. And for the knife steal what would u recommend d2 or 1095 Thanks

[@gideonstactical]

Lemon Lemon I would say knife first and 1095.

[@gacalu7150]

this is my edc and diaper bag very multiple uses

[@jeremymiller123]

+Left Jab I got it for the same reasons. I love it. Only thing I wish it had was a nice bottle holder, like the Maxpedition Sitka. I have "Wolf Gray" and it's nearly impossible to find accessories that match the color. But the bag is awesome.

[@ryansgr8]

A lot of Vanquest gear looks like 2.0 versions of Maxpedition products...it is almost like they hired away the designer or something...

[@affinity3281]

I hear its way better quality than Maxpedition.

[@ryansgr8]

I like the designs better, but the materials look the same. Most of my stuff is Hazard4 and 5.11

[@affinity3281]

Ryan Holzer It's not the same! Check out their website and on the top menu go to "Why Vanquest?" Click on the comaprison chart. The material is better than Maxped.

[@seanw7712]

Someone told me recently that the chief R&D person at Vanquest was the original founder & co-owner of Maxpedition back in the 2000s. Plus a few others who left Maxped joined Vanquest including their operations manager.... I guess that's why Maxpedition hasn't done anything new for a while.

[@ryansgr8]

Sean W​​ that is what I thought. Makes sense.  Most of the Maxpedition new stuff is knives, patches, and new colors/sizes of existing designs.

[@sidorgan969]

Would this fit someone about 5ft

[@ichhci1931]

Hi, what's the name of the front pack at the beginning? Thank you!

[@gideonstactical]

+ich hci hill people kit bag. it is in my packs and pouches playlist.

[@dougmorgan7481]

Awesome in depth review. You sold me. How much?

[@gideonstactical]

Doug Morgan Thanks, around $150

[@protoyz7405]

i dont get the point of a heavy 20L pack... if u want something comfortable get an osprey , deuter or a gregory. they are even better for tactical use because ppl wont assume any weapons in there. and pls consider the torso length when buying a pack. if the hip belt to shoulder strap ratio doesnt fit u it wont distribute weight well at all.

[@gideonstactical]

I don't disagree with you, and I prefer lightweight Gregory or Osprey bags over the heavy "tactical" packs. But there is definitely a market for them and this is a good design if you like that style of pack.

[@protoyz7405]

sry, i just couldnt bear another "3day assault pack" review without saying something ;) and i know u didnt declare it as a 3day assault pack! i think i would like your reviews a whole lot better if u compare the reviewed items to a high value option and a high end option. keep up the good work!

[@gideonstactical]

michael schwarz Thanks!

[@TheLake1963]

very nice :)

[@annedienhoen3580]

Your choice of music makes me want to go clubbing instead of going outdoors ...