JesseM Posted April 9, 2017 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Right now my primary range bag is a Midway Competition bag. It's a fine bag but maybe a bit big for what I do. I just became a member at a range where I have to walk down a large set of steps to descent into the pits where we shoot and I was thinking one of the back-pack styles might work well to make carrying the weight a bit easier so I'm leaning towards that style but I can't find one I like that would also do well at a USPSA match... at least not yet. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galt11 Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 pm sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 Hello: I am using a Tactical Taylor Mil Spec Monkey pack. It is big enough for all I need for a match or practice. They are made in the USA and is holding up very well. I have been using it for 8 months now and it still looks new. Not super fancy and what I like is how light the pack is on it's own. Some backpacks are heavy when empty. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge40 Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 The double alpha backpack is a good option if you have to go the backpack style. I much prefer the the over the shoulder style like the shooters connection bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitman321 Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 This.... http://shop.opticsplanet.com/g-outdoors-products-tactical-range-backpack.html?_iv_code=75-R4-TRBACK-GPS-T1612BPT&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=plusbox-beta&gclid=CPe0jZr_mdMCFQEmhgodMu8Hlg GPS tactical range bag. I've had mine for over a year. Outstanding quality and highly functional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutchman195 Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 I really like the CED medium bag: https://www.shootersconnectionstore.com/CEDDAA-RangePack-Medium-Size-Backpack--P2906.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southpaw Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 I use the GPS Handgunner backpack (not the tactical model) and I really like it. Only complaint is no spot for a water bottle, otherwise I love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streckjc Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 This is the bag I have for range visit and such. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CQ8G2EW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I love the side pocket that comes with 3 separate gun/mag bags that line up (look at the tan bag for the picture of this). Plenty of space for ammo, ears, eyes, keys, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streckjc Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 1 hour ago, Dutchman195 said: I really like the CED medium bag: https://www.shootersconnectionstore.com/CEDDAA-RangePack-Medium-Size-Backpack--P2906.aspx Is the interior of the bag the same as the "full size" version, just smaller and without the seat and box? Pictures leave much to be desired on the website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 Shooters connection makes a nice backpack too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daytona955i Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 GPS Tactical. Molle loops allow customization, guns are in individual bags, good straps, lots of pockets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 (edited) Hello: I thought Chuck at Shooters Connection told me a while back he was not going to have them made any longer. I just checked and they come in colors now as well. These are lighter in weight than the CED ones and are a nice design. Shooters Connection also has them in stock right now. Thanks, Eric Edited April 10, 2017 by Aircooled6racer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesseM Posted April 11, 2017 Author Share Posted April 11, 2017 For those of you that have bags, could you post some pics of the interior of your bags? Some of these it's really hard to tell what the inside configuration looks like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prerunnertrd Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 I've seen both the gps and DAA backpacks and like the DAA more. Better quality and more compartments for specific items. Waiting for a sale before I pick one up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p7fl Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 A few years ago I also got tired of the big square shooting bag. Bulky heavy and no balance. Picked up a 511 messenger bag and it lasted thru 3 years of constant use and abuse. I leave all the extra crap in the car now. The bag still holds a full package of medical supplies, gun, 500 rounds of ammo, mags, mag holders and holster. Plus a million pockets for sun block, towel, energy bars, pens, flashlight, big marker etc. 511 repaired my first bag free when the velcro started weakening and I bought a 2nd bag with no regrets. Backpacks are a good idea, this is just another option. https://www.amazon.com/5-11-Tactical-Delivery-Messenger-Black/dp/B004D1R7VC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1491927722&sr=8-4&keywords=511+messenger+bag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmcqueen Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 I have a Gonex Tactical 35L, works great. $43 on Amazon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broski Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 I am in the same boat as the OP. I really like the GPS tactical bag, but my open gun won't fit in the gun bag. Any suggestions for those of us with open guns? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrydoc Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 What do you mean won't fit in the gun bag? I presume you mean the one that comes with the pack? Just use a bag you normally use for the open gun, I had an open PARA that fitted into the compartment with no issues in a soft sleeve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southpaw Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 9 hours ago, Broski said: I am in the same boat as the OP. I really like the GPS tactical bag, but my open gun won't fit in the gun bag. Any suggestions for those of us with open guns? I have the GPS Handgunner backpack, not the tactical, but I'd think for either you could put your Open gun in whatever size gun rug it'll fit into and then put that into the bag. I removed the foam thing from my backpack and just use gun rugs. My 6" Limited gun easily fits in it so I'm sure an Open gun would too. I've never seen the Tactical one in person, but from the pictures I chose the Handgunner because it looked like it had more pockets and I like having separate little pockets for all the random junk I have in my range bag instead of throwing everything into one big compartment and then not being able to find anything. I also like the pockets with mag pouches; however, 170mm mags won't fit into the pouches, they will fit in those pockets if you just put them in loosely and not in the mag pouch slots though. 140mm mags just barely fit the pouches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikeski Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 I moved from the 5.11 Tactical Range bag to the DAA Medium backpack. I love it. It works out better for smaller local matches and when I bring a cart it has a smaller footprint, which allows me to better use the space in the cart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesseM Posted April 13, 2017 Author Share Posted April 13, 2017 Just from looking at the pockets and configuration the DAA bag looks like the best option so far. I just wish it wasn't so much. Does it ever go on sale? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerBaron Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 I shoot open and use and like the gps tactical bag. I also have the large daa backpack and cart. As a backpack the gps is the better choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got2beshooting Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 I really like the CED medium bag: https://www.shootersconnectionstore.com/CEDDAA-RangePack-Medium-Size-Backpack--P2906.aspxThis is a really nice bag. I prefer this bag over the large one. I feel like I would put to much stuff I do not need in the big bag. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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