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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: Andy Wayne] #266712 08/25/09 02:58 PM
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Ok, so here's my dilemma now...

Leapers UTG has just released a knock-off of the "Jumbo".

Check it out here.

Their website doesn't give as many specifics as Maxped does, but it looks exactly the same...

At 1/3 the cost!

Cheaper Than Dirt has them with a couple short (but positive) reviews here.

Maybe the nylon isn't as thick or it's not coated like the Maxped stuff is.

I have a Condor EMT pouch I bought for my brother-in-law and even though it's nice, it's not as nice as the Maxped pouches.

This wouldn't be a bag I'd carry every day like my Colossus, it's just for short day hikes. But I would like it to be durable.

I have several Maxpedition products so I know they make great stuff. But is it justifiable to spend three times the price for brand name?

Arrgh! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/banghead.gif" alt="" />

Anyone used or seen one of these "knock-offs"? Could use some thoughts.


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: Joe Fowler] #266713 08/25/09 03:27 PM
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^ spend the money once, and get the well made maxped one. Rather than getting a cheapy and then having to buy another at some point.


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: Bushman5] #266714 08/25/09 03:48 PM
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This wouldn't be an issue if it were 10 or 20 bucks cheaper.

But a third of the cost?

I could get a Griptilian with what I saved.

Not trying to argue your point bro, just vocalizing the battle in my head right now.

Thanks for the advice. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: Joe Fowler] #266715 08/25/09 04:20 PM
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This wouldn't be an issue if it were 10 or 20 bucks cheaper.

But a third of the cost?

I could get a Griptilian with what I saved.

Not trying to argue your point bro, just vocalizing the battle in my head right now.

Thanks for the advice. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

I understand the battle in your head. I can see what you are saying about the not so frequent use, and if you keep a good eye on it with a check before you start out I can see where it might be justified. However, take into consideration if it fails on you at the wrong time--would that 1/3 more paid be worth it?


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: sumoj275] #266716 08/25/09 04:25 PM
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(Imagine me saying this like a toddler who realizes he's wrong.)

Yes. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: Joe Fowler] #266717 08/25/09 06:08 PM
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I'd go with the less expensive one. Here's my logic... I have a thin nylon duffle bag with a basic handle system that I got when I was around 10 years old (I am 40 now). I have stuffed it full of everything from clothes, books, rocks, guns & ammo, groceries, even fish & game... I've thrown it in the trunk of cars, in the back of trucks, it's been on pontoon plane trips, been dropped, kicked, sat on, slept on etc... and it is still usable. When in this lifetime are you going to be in a situation where your bag puts you in a life or death situation ??? Order the bag and if's it bad quality send it back.

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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: ColtMan] #266718 08/25/09 06:11 PM
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I'm thinking the same thing.

Thanks bro. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: Joe Fowler] #266719 08/25/09 06:14 PM
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I'll order one with you. My gun range bag right now is a cheap bag I got at a company meeting. It does the trick but I am sure my boss would flip if he knew I was advertising my very "green" minded companies image at the gun range <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: ColtMan] #266720 08/25/09 06:33 PM
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Deal. If it is any good I'll be able to let others know.


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: Joe Fowler] #266721 08/25/09 10:37 PM
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Hmmm, it does look pretty good. You can find a deal on MaxPeds if you keep your eyes open. I have a Fatboy & Jumbo, and I got them both on eBay for like $40 & $50. A week ago I saw another one on eBay with a buy it now of $40 IIRC. I might have bought it, but I'm low on funds right now.


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: Andy Wayne] #266722 08/25/09 11:48 PM
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I went to the website that you linked, and my lord.....they did copy it almost to a tee. I am interested now, for some reason I was thinking crappy quality like their old gear was--the stuff that failed at the wrong time.


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Re: Maxpedition Jumbo thread! [Re: sumoj275] #266723 08/25/09 11:55 PM
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Go with the Max..You know what you get..


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