The Crosshatch Sling Pack from First Tactical is a highly efficient solution for carrying gear up to 20 liters. The quality materials used allow it to be used in demanding outdoor conditions.
The First Tactical Crosshatch backpack is designed for active individuals and outdoor enthusiasts. Thanks to its special design and the layout of the storage spaces, it offers its wearer great options for carrying basic smaller equipment, such as a gun, a flashlight or smaller electronics, such as a mobile phone or tablet.
The Crosshatch backpack is designed so that users can customize it to their image as much as possible. This makes it extremely versatile and suitable for practically everyone. For example, on the outer front of the backpack there is a Velcro fastener for attaching patches or smaller accessories. Almost all of the straps on the pack are removable and can be attached at a number of places throughout the pack.
Thanks to the above-mentioned, it is possible to carry the backpack as you need and as it suits you. In addition, you can find horizontally placed straps on the sides of the backpack to attach other storage components, such as bottle pockets. The backpack can thus be enriched with other hanging accessories that expand the possibilities of its use.
The main pocket of the backpack should primarily be used for the largest items, as it is the largest and can be unzipped all the way to the bottom of the backpack. The back of the main pocket also acts as a great velcro organizational platform if we want to attach accessories equipped with velcro. The front with an integrated mesh pocket and vertical opening makes it easy to access for both right-handed and left-handed users.
Under the integrated mesh pocket in the front pocket, there is another storage space made up of a system of smaller pockets of different sizes, which can be secured with a velcro strap.
Pockets on this small backpack from First Tactical offer storage and securing options for gear of various sizes, including hook-and-loop fastening. On the front side there is an entrance to a small pocket with a zip closure, and this pocket is ideal for gloves, for example. Below it is another pocket with smaller inner pockets for storing smaller items and key hooks.
The entire second pocket cannot be unzipped all the way to the end of the backpack, and this can give the false impression that it can fit less than it actually does. Thanks to this, its volume is surprisingly large. And we must also mention the small, fleece-padded storage space in the upper part of the backpack, which is perfectly suited for carrying sunglasses or tactical glasses.
The backpack also includes a hidden pocket, suitable for carrying a short weapon. The wearer can get to it after unzipping the zipper on the side of the backpack, from any side. Another hidden pocket is located at the very bottom of the backpack, has an external Velcro entry and is ideal for, for example, a backpack raincoat.
The back of the backpack is filled with closed-cell foam padding to ensure maximum comfort. So no one has to worry about big bruises. The shoulder straps themselves are also equipped with foam padding and thus the maximum possible comfort is completely ensured.
It is possible to remove the rigid back structure from the backpack, which normally holds the backpack in a stable position. You unfasten the lower straps and then the large zipper below them. You can then take out the solid back structure and, thanks to its practical shape, use it as an emergency paddle or a "shovel of last resort".
The main material used in the production of this backpack is nylon 1000D, which is strong, waterproof and at the same time very lightweight. All the zippers come from the workshop of the Japanese manufacturer YKK and are easy to grip thanks to the large handles. The plastic buckles on straps and belts were produced by Duraflex, which is one of the leaders in this segment.
The almost universal design is ensured not only by the internal layout of the backpack, but also by its total basic volume of 19.1 liters. The empty backpack is very lightweight and includes a total of 4 external and 3 integrated pockets with a number of other storage spaces and pouches. Thanks to this, you can use this shoulder bag in almost any situation.
Height / length | 44,5 cm |
Width | 22,9 cm |
Weight | 1,1 kg |
Volume | 19,1 l |
Material | Nylon |