G5RIGGERBK Tactical Rigger, Black

The pack is perfect. The shipping was a little too slow, but it did eventually get here.

I got this to replace my SI Skillcraft hydration pack. While it is not a 100oz like my skillcraft, the quality more than makes up for the smaller bladder. It is comfortable, lightweight, and gets used daily. I have no trouble refilling the bladder and love how easy it is to clean and refill. By comparison the bladders on camelbaks and skillcraft are a nightmare to clean, WITH NO PRESSURIZATION. Anyways, this is worth every penny if you use it for hydration on a regular basis.As a person who lives off of this, I can say it is a great product and I wish I had bought one sooner.

The item I received does not match the photo and appears to be an updated design (production date is 06/20/2017). The biggest difference is that there is no top flap. So the bladder is side-loading instead of top-loading. It side-loads via a full height zipper. Access to load the bladder is tight / awkward / difficult. It's also hard to use the bladder hanger tab. A couple of other differences: 1) The former flap area now has a small storage compartment. It's small and best for flat items. It contains a sleeve for a filter. 2) There is an extra row of molle loops. 3) There are compression buckles at the top corners. 4) The velcro patch area at the top appears to be a little bigger. I suspect there is a reason for the redesign... don't know. I think I would have rather had the older design.

First off, it took 10 days to receive this item. The delivery was the longest I waited for a product. The Geigerrig system itself is great. The 70oz. was more than enough for a 6 mile hike and I was able to share with fellow hikers and my dog due to the pressurized system. The bladder is really easy to clean and very sturdy. The accompanying pack is not roomy at all. I could barely fit my phone and wallet once I filled the bladder and pumped it up a few times. So don't expect to carry a lot of extras with this pack. This is a bare bones type of pack. Also, the straps are not comfortable. I used it on a Spartan race and it worked great. If you're looking for something to just carry water, a phone, and a wallet this pack is great. If you want to carry snacks a light jacket, etc. you'll need to get a bigger pack.

Love this pack everybody should buy 1

Very expensive and doesn't seem all that special. I guess I will know better after an extended trip but right now I think that I fell for the idea of having the newest and neatest but not the most practicle

Matches OCP clothing. Comes with a bulb holder and a plastic plate that, I assume, helps in pushing water out. Small items can be placed in the side pocket. Leaks a bit if left on and pressurized.

These bladders are the best on the market!