I am so glad that you have confirmed that the sound from the straps isn't as bad with this material. I am still waiting on my CTB26 to arrive and i was wondering.
@@NuTypeNova it always comes down to the strength of the pocket. My opinion on the Evergoods bags and plates is they’ll work for sure but because it wasn’t specifically designed for it the long term durability won’t be the same as the GORUCK pockets
Great video JB, can I mention something though, that background music you have running now is so distracting, it is continually pulling my off what you are saying. Your videos are much better without any music at all playing while you are describing and showing bags.
Ok, good feedback. Ever since I’ve moved to a new editing software I can’t zero in on the right volume. I’ll take a look at this one particularly and try to level it out. Thanks!!
Wish they had maintained the same luggage pass-through from the CTB35 on this. It had better functionality and kept the backpack straps neatly tucked in behind the handle of your roller bag.
I actually rucked with the Pheonix 2! I did about 35# total weight. It did well, I just preferred having wider straps for rucking. My only issue with the bag is really that the bag narrows in the main compartment as it goes from top to bottom. I used it as a personal bag on a recent trip and I couldn't pack my stuff well because of the narrowing (trying to pack size 12 hikers). Thanks for the review though! I was wondering what you thought about it's rucking potential. Lol
Thanks for the quick overview! Mine came today in the mail, so looking forward to see if does suit me as it did you. Also, great to see another Lems Trailhead user. They're great! I'm on the Mercury Sunset.
Do you think this bag would feel too big for EDC? I currently have the CPL 24 and love it. However, I am looking for a better option for EDC/one bag travel. Great video as always, JB
Disagree on the capacity of the bag compared to the GR2. I have both and the CTB26 definitely holds more, same holds true for the CTB35 vs the GR240L. I've traveled with both many times and the CTB3 holds more, packs better, and is more comfortable. That front pocket on the GR2 bags becomes really virtually useless when the main compartment is packed full, it takes up more space from the overall space than the additional pockets add.
That’s fair. I normally pack that main compartment on the GR2 very full and tight. Then live out of the front. I only store an iPad in the slash pocket. Thanks for the great point!!
@@MH_6160 I wasn’t actually referring to the slant pocket on the very front. I mean the first section of the clamshell on the GR2’s. For travel, I find it just takes up space and provides limited, unnecessary organization. When you pack the main clamshell opening full, you can actually fit very little in the front clamshell area. One large cavernous clamshell area is much better for that usage.
@@chrisholland8226 Well, yes I imagine the CTB 35 holds more. 26 vs 26 the GR2 is better able to handle two large camera cubes + items in the secondary section vs the CTB 26. I don’t haul clothes or soft items in these bags, maybe that’s where the single section shines.
Killer review, thanks for putting it up! A couple questions if I may. 1) For the water bottle pockets, with a 32oz. Nalgene, does it push in on the main compartments space/capacity or do they grow/expand outward? 2) Killer sunglasses! What are they? Thanks!!!
So the bottle pockets are elastic so they expand. They don’t technically impede the internal volume but bigger bottles definitely push a little more on the internal cavity. The sunglasses are from Blender
So I want to buy a backpack for short trips, let's say for me 24-30L is fine for anything up to 4/5days. There are many possibilities and I'm wondering what to choose. I think about Evergoods CPL both 28 and 24 v3; Able Carry Max, Bellroy transit backpack and now also Evergoods CTB 26. Any advice from a more experienced group? How does CPL v3 compare to the new CTB in terms of feeling and capacity? PS I do watch all the reviews, great job!
Thanks for watching! You picked some great ones to consider. Really tough call. The AC Max is amazing. So is the CTB26. Those would be my first two choices. As for how the new CTB compares to the latest CPL…very similar “feel” but the CTB is my fav of those two because the pocket configuration
Great video JB! Been waiting for yours to pull the trigger or not. Question for you is about the straps. I’ve mostly had GR bags and they always fit great. I had a EG PLC20 and loved it but the straps just seemed to slip off and I always had to use the sternum strap. Would you say the CTB/CPLs being bigger bags do a better job of staying on the shoulders? Thanks again and enjoy that beautiful Georgia weather!
Hmmmm, that’s an interesting question. They are a bit slick so I used the sternum strap. I also wouldn’t say they feel any wider compared to a GR1 so I think you’d just have to try it out.
Hey nice video! Got a question. In your experience, does this pack as much as the CPL28, or does the 2 liters really make that big of a difference(like in packing cubes)? And is the material really durable?
Good question. I’m gonna say it’s pretty close, BUT I also don’t currently have a CPL in my hand to compare. Personally I think it’s more about the pocket layout instead of the volume. I think the material choice is good here.
@@JBOutside1 thanks for the answer! Yeah, if the difference is minimal I’m thinking of going CTB for water bottle pockets and front pocket. Gonna see who knows to decide. Thank you so much
@@JBOutside1 one last question…looking for an evergoods bag for edc, day hikes, and weekend travel (or ultralight extended travel). Ctb26 vs cpl24…which wins? Or maybe mpl22? Thank you!
@@JBOutside1 haha same, that thing looks badass…even the regular fabric version seems amazing. Your review of it really makes me consider, thanks again for the responses!
Thanks for the video. I am wondering if this bag would also work for day hikes? I'd like to try one bag for rucking (about 20#), travel (personal item with laptop) and day hiking. What's your opinion on this being a do-all three bag since you seem to do all of the above? I'd swap out what I carry depending on the activity, but is the carry suitable for hiking on wooded trails?
ACK! My worst nightmare if I had to really choose and get rid of one of them. I was actually just thinking about this and maybe making a 26L shootout video...so I'll give you the cop-out answer: it depends! Which is actually true!
Does the CTB26 have a hole on the top corner of the main compartment where you can route the water bladder hose if you choose to put the water bladder in the main compartment?
FYI for others... I'm fairly certain that while there is no hole in the main compartment... there is a passthrough from the laptop compartment. (I do not have any experience with this bag, but that was my understanding)
@@kroosbell I have both. The CTB26 is quite a bit deeper than the CPL24 v3. It makes packing in the main compartment easier. Other dimensions are about the same. Materials wise, the 420D is a slicker material but really not much different in my opinion. Feels slightly lighter weight but honestly they’re more similar than they are different.
@@ghas4151Just wondering if you’ve taken either of them on a plane? How well do they fit under the seat in front of you? Trying to decide between the two bags. Like the water bottle pockets, but not sure I need as much space as the CTB26 has.
Really I only use my Rucker for rucking. I’ve used rucking to test out the heavy weight or long term comfort of the bags. While they’ll all carry a plate somewhere or sandbags…they’re not really designed for that kind of internal abuse.
Great video! I have the CPL28. I keep hearing the CTB26 main compartment is technically bigger, is that true? I like my CPL28 but I really like the idea of a bottle pocket and the front pocket for additional storage. It might be worth mentioning that I’m kind of a bigger guy, 6’3” 260lbs. Any thoughts?
I don’t have a CPL28 to compare but that sounds about right. The size of the CTB is the sweet spot. Bottle pockets are clutch. I don’t think it will wear any differently for you. Compared to the CPL.
@@JBOutside1 fantastic! Thanks for the quick reply. How about the 420D vs 840D? I don’t recall, but is that the same material as the inside of the CPL? I don’t think I have any good references for the differences.
