Condor Outdoor has come a long way since I was first introduced to them at Shotshow in 2008. Condor was then an up and coming company trying to build a reputation in the soft goods lines among men and women interested in adventuring and shooting. I started carrying their line of goods shortly after that, which gave me a good point of view to watch the company as it matured.
The company listened to its dealers and its customers. Improvements across their entire line of goods began to show up based on suggestions and reviews. Today, Condor Products have emerged as some of the better mid-range pieces of equipment on the market.
In this article, we’ll specifically be looking at the Condor 3 Day Assault Pack and discussing:
- The features of this pack
- How it performs as a survival bag
- Pros, cons, and what users are saying
- - Large load cargo capacity compartment with separate pocket to fit up to two 3L hydration...
- - Heavy-Duty carry and drag handle.- Two double zipper pulls on the main compartment for easy...
Last update on 2024-04-25 at 03:01 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
SKIP AHEAD
The Condor 3 Day Assault Pack Review
From the beginning of my association with Condor Outdoor, I have liked the design and concept of their 3 day assault pack. In general, the size and features of this mid-sized backpack are useful for a wide range of applications. I have owned many of the Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Packs and have used them as
- Carryon bags while traveling
- Day backpacks for short field days
- Survival backpacks carried on extended hunts in rugged territory
- Short trip backpacks for overnight hiking trips
- Bugout bags
- Three-day bags
- Medical bags
- Equipment bags for various other purposes
The Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Pack for me, remains a go-to bag when I need a medium-sized bag that provides versatility to fill almost any role. Condor Outdoor has provided users of the Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Pack with a well-rounded list of features
Features
Shoulder Straps
Fully adjustable shoulder straps with generous padding.
Waist Belt
Removable and stow-able passed waist belt.
Exterior
Mesh-padded back panel for comfort.
Carry Handle
Heavy-duty drag or carry handle at the top of the backpack.
Compression Straps
Compression straps to allow the packed backpack to be kept tight and secure.
Drainage
Drainage grommets built into the bottom of the backpack.
Hydration Bladder Pocket
Hydration compatible back pocket with covered drinking tube hole.
Capacity
50L total internal volume.
Several Separate Compartments
Large main compartment – 22” x 1” x 8”
Secondary Compartment – 16” x 12” x 11”
Bottom Compartment – 6” x 9” x 2.5”
Two side compartments – 9” x 5” x 2.5”
Hydration compartment – 3 L bladder compatible
Color Options
Available in three colors – Black, Olive Drab, and Coyote Brown.
What I Like about this Backpack
Perfect Size
Personally, the size of this backpack is so versatile that it is useable for almost any application. The Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Pack is small enough to be used as a day bag for those who carry a backpack as part of their everyday carry.
The backpack will also perform as an overnight bag for short trips. However, I make the most use of these backpacks as the container for go-bags and three-day survival bags.
Creating a Survival Bag
I have used the Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Pack as the backpack of choice to build numerous versions of a go-bag, get-home bag, or three-day survival bag for myself, my family, and friends. I tailor the contents of each bag to the person for whom it is intended, based on their lifestyle, their needs, and some essential criteria that I believe every such bag should contain.
Regardless of the contents, the Condor 3 Day Assault Pack is a perfect foundation for these types of uses.
I have some factors that I find useful for judging a backpack that I intend to use. When I look at a new backpack or a backpack like the Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Pack, I use these factors to give me a consistent set of feedback about the product.
Factors to Consider
Construction
Quality of construction and durability of materials are at the top of my list when looking at bags of any kind. The Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Pack gets top marks in this category.
Condor Outdoor uses 1000D nylon material that is rugged and wear-resistant. One of my Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Packs has been in use for more than ten years and, in many ways, looks almost brand new.
Zippers
One of my pet peeves is zippers. Zippers are a place that many companies striving to produce a reasonably priced product will cut back. Condor has met the test using the highest quality large zippers available and outfitting those zippers with generous weather guards.
Interior Organization
A well designed and constructed backpack will have the means to allow you to organize your gear correctly, keep it in place, and make finding what you need a quick and easy exercise. Too many cheap bags are just big open, confined spaces.
This is not so for the Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Pack. It has mesh pockets in the main compartment, perfect for smaller items and compression straps to keep larger items properly stowed and in place. Breaking the Condor Outdoor 3 Day Assault Pack into three distinct compartments means the gear is easily retrieved.
Comfort
You can have the highest quality construction and materials in a backpack, but if it isn’t comfortable, it is almost worthless. Condor has designed the carry system on the 3 Day Assault Pack to be an easy, comfortable carry even when loaded to the maximum. Generously padded and adjustable shoulder straps, a chest tension strap, and a waist belt allow you to fit this backpack to your own carry needs.
- - Large load cargo capacity compartment with separate pocket to fit up to two 3L hydration...
- - Heavy-Duty carry and drag handle.- Two double zipper pulls on the main compartment for easy...
Last update on 2024-04-25 at 03:01 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
What Other Users Are Saying…
Pros
- Well designed and constructed
- Easy to pack and organize for a quick day trip or an extended hike
- Comfortable to carry when it is adjusted properly
- Exterior MOLLE attachment points add versatility to this pack
- Tough and rugged
- Best combination of cost and quality found on the market
Cons
- The zipper tabs come off quickly and should be replaced with paracord tabs
- Sometimes the weather covers on the zippers get in the way of the zipper operation
Worth a Look
In my opinion, Condor 3 Day Assault Pack is an often overlooked option for all sorts of soft outdoor gear. This pack is a true overperformer for me in many ways.
If you are looking for a rugged, dependable, and well-designed backpack with spacious compartments, external side compression straps, hydration bladder compartment, molle webbing for equipment attachment, body contour shoulder straps, waist strap, etc. that won’t break your budget, you really should look at this backpack or one of the other designs by Condor Outdoor.
- - Large load cargo capacity compartment with separate pocket to fit up to two 3L hydration...
- - Heavy-Duty carry and drag handle.- Two double zipper pulls on the main compartment for easy...
Last update on 2024-04-25 at 03:01 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
I hope that this review of one of my favorite backpacks helps you selecting a bag no matter what your intended uses or needs. If you have comments, suggestions, or would like to share your experience using Condor Outdoor products, please do so in the comment section below.
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