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Black Ember CITADEL Modular Review | Highly Customizable & Durable 25L Backpack 

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The Black Ember Citadel Modular is a highly customizable travel pack. Although we do think this pack is on the cutting-edge of the backpack industry, we found it to be a tad heavy and somewhat over-engineered. View Our Full Review: packhacker.com/travel-gear/bl...
0:00 - Intro
0:39 - Material & Aesthetic
3:49 - External Components
11:46 - Inside the Pack
14:37 - Durability & Testing
15:25 - Pros & Cons
16:04 - The Verdict
In this review, we are taking a look at the Black Ember Citadel pack. Specifically, we are looking at the modular version. For context, there are two versions of this pack-the minimal and the modular-that allow for varying levels of customization.
Basically, the minimal version gives you a clean, slick profile with nothing more than a couple detachable handles and compression straps. The modular version, on the other hand, has a bunch of attachment points that allow you to add on a boatload of pouches, straps, and other accessories.
If you're looking for a well thought-out, modular pack that uses a ton of great materials, the Black Ember Citadel Modular could be right up your alley. Although we found it to be a bit heavy and over-engineered in some areas, we appreciate all the thinking that went into the design and it really pushes the envelope on what a backpack can be. This is a great combination for anyone who is willing to learn a somewhat complicated modular system and is picky about what they carry and how they carry it.
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In this video, Tom Wahlin of Pack Hacker reviews the Black Ember Citadel Modular, a highly customizable and durable 25L backpack.
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Комментарии : 58   
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
What’s your opinion on modular and customizable backpacks?
@w2best
@w2best 5 лет назад
I have a bag with molle straps - any idea where to get the modular parts to add to it? I can't find anyones in decent looking style..
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
@@w2best - have you checked out GORUCK at all? They've got a solid selection packha.kr/o3el Plenty of stuff out there as well if you dig! - Tom
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
@AndretheDias - right on Andre!
@shugoreirocks
@shugoreirocks 5 лет назад
Love them! But I prefer a more "universal" attachment system like molle or velcro for heaps more pouch options.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
@@shugoreirocks Great stuff!
@brennantucker3174
@brennantucker3174 5 лет назад
This is great man!
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Thanks, Brennan! - Tom
@Youknowthebo
@Youknowthebo 5 лет назад
Great and very thorough review. I really liked the bag during my testing and looking at this video, I might need to get it out from storage again and use it some more.
@emmefftee91
@emmefftee91 5 лет назад
Would love to see a revisit or long term review of this bag (or others) if you can spare the time.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Absolutely Bo - loved your solid review of the Minimal ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-5Skokznx2gQ.html - Tom
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
@@emmefftee91 - what would you look for in a long term review & how long on usage? Durability? Usage? Feel? Please let us know - we're always trying to improve our content! Also, we test bags/gear for at least two weeks before posting a review to make sure we can capture all aspects. - Tom
@emmefftee91
@emmefftee91 5 лет назад
@@PackHacker hmm I guess on how the bag changes and breaks in. I'm not sure how else I would like to say. Like say, how the design of the Outlier Ultrahigh Rolltop have this two abrasion prone points at the bottom. Things that aren't obvious even in two weeks that might pop up later.
@NhatLinhNguyen82
@NhatLinhNguyen82 5 лет назад
Pack Hacker I personally look for how well it handle heavy load in term of comfort. With many extra compartments, you can load much stuff in it. Well, can you actually carry all that is the question.
@Kojimalosophy
@Kojimalosophy 5 лет назад
as always this was an AMAZING review, you guys are seriously the best youtube channel for pack reviews , thank you! ...I've been wanting this backpack so badly since it came out, but it is too expensive for me : ( , and I don't know why people don't dig the look, I think it looks great.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Definitely a niche look and I'm with you Javier! I personally really dig the look of it. Surprised many people didn't. Also - thanks! It's comments like this that keep us going 🙂 - Tom
@BigV24
@BigV24 5 лет назад
The minimal version might be more my style. Great review by the way.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
The minimal is definitely slick! - Tom
@SS-wi4tm
@SS-wi4tm 8 месяцев назад
Would love to see a review if errant pro and other less minimalist packs for us maximalists
@bolfimedes
@bolfimedes 3 года назад
Can you rewiew the Forge / Forge 20 backpack from Black Ember? I have the AER Flight Pack XPack and love it because of the three different ways of carrying it, but what I don't like at all is the unpadded back, which in my opinion Black Ember makes better. Would be great if you could test it. Thanks anyway for the amazing reviews and testing. I am a big fan of yours from switzerland.
@alteran2498
@alteran2498 4 года назад
is there a metal frame or something that made the curve at back ? looks hard.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 4 года назад
Hey Melvin - there are two aluminum stays and a curved frame sheet on this pack. Hope this helps! 😊 - Rebecca
@jaredmol5149
@jaredmol5149 5 лет назад
Big fan of the new hair cut
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
✨✨✨
@edeto16
@edeto16 5 лет назад
Hey, can you review the Shimoda Explore 30 please? Thanks!
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Hey Tom - thanks for reaching out! We currently have no plans to review this product in the immediate pipeline. 😊👍 - Rebecca
@gonefishingapodaca
@gonefishingapodaca 4 года назад
Tom, who where you kung foo fighting? Lots of hand chops👋👋👋
@nitric75
@nitric75 4 года назад
anybody has any idea whats the size (dimension) of the laptop compartment for the citadel R2 modular? Emailed Black Ember but no reply so far
@GolgoSixty
@GolgoSixty 5 лет назад
Super innovative back pack!
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Absolutely Takahashi! We're excited that Black Ember is really pushing the envelope here. - Tom
@GolgoSixty
@GolgoSixty 5 лет назад
Definitely. I was really excited by the sport bag add on. As it could be used for one bag travel or going to the gym. I was a bit disappointed when the I saw the bag without it as it doesn't look great. Hope other companies take inspiration!
@maliqfiruz1128
@maliqfiruz1128 5 лет назад
Hi, can you please do a review on Standard Luggage Co's Carry-on Backpack? It is 35L expandable to 45L with good features.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Hi Maliq, it's not in our immediate pipeline but we'll take a look! -Hannah
@onaippiano3491
@onaippiano3491 5 лет назад
You guys should try some Tom Bihn bags, I'm interested in your thoughts.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Stay tuned...soon! 🙊 -Hannah
@morgando2
@morgando2 5 лет назад
A lot of us are inner city dwellers. We dont have security details. This pack says "Ive got money, come and get it." Tom Cruz Mission Impossible pack.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
hey morgando2 - Tom here - I'm an inner city dweller, too! What's your favorite security-focused pack? - Tom
@regginaldwilliams9381
@regginaldwilliams9381 5 лет назад
Can a thief snatch the modular units and run or are they secure?
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
They would have to try pretty hard to get these off! They're pretty secure-with that being said, just make sure you have them on right and tight! -Hannah
@zeeshimon7138
@zeeshimon7138 5 лет назад
I wish this bag was 39 to 40 l so it would work for Messengers. I would buy this for five of my friends. Unfortunately it's too small
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Hey Zst Nn - thanks for sharing! 👍👍👍 - Rebecca
@johnmorris1977
@johnmorris1977 5 лет назад
Would better if you could use the mods inside the bag as well.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us John! 😊👍 - Rebecca
@myairspace3xx
@myairspace3xx 5 лет назад
He didn't mention the high price and you still have to buy the handles and straps. End up paying $395.00 for a set probably plus tax.
@PackHacker
@PackHacker 5 лет назад
Are there any more budget-friendly options you prefer? -Hannah
@binhhanhtd99
@binhhanhtd99 3 года назад
It’s so... cyberpunk...
@heavenlogoswalker
@heavenlogoswalker 4 года назад
One of my most regretful purchase ever lol, great look great materials but too heavy and not practical at all, with such a big bag, but you can only fit so few things in it. Too bad your review came a little bit too late.
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