5.11 Tactical Rush Moab 6 Sling Pack Messenger Bag, Water-Resistant, Customizable Sling Bag, Style 56963

I have been on a several year search for the "perfect EDC bag". I have many, many bags. I have "cheap" bags, Red Rock bags, UTG bags, Rapid Dominance (Rap Dom) bags, and Maxpedition bags. I believe this, the 5.11 Moab 6, is as close as you can get to "perfect". At least for me. There is no need to review the quality of the bag, it's a 5.11, you know from the get go that it is a well built bag. Maxpedition and Rap Dom both make top quality bags, but there was always something about them that I just didn't care for...too big, too small, organization set up, ease of access to items, no choice of carry side.The Moab 6 hits it out of the park on all of those points. For EDC purposes, the size is just right. Big enough to carry my EDC essentials, but not so big as to tempt me to overload it. The organization is excellent. You can easily switch from right side to left side carry.The most important aspect to any bag, for me, is ease of access to the items I use the most. Again, this bag is perfect. The front pouch has multiple pockets for pens, notebooks etc, and has 2 pockets that can hold a full size AR magazine. (I keep my eyeglass case in one), and all are easily accessed one handed, without having to look at the bag. The same goes for the rear (large) compartment. The front side of the rear compartment has 2 zippered pouches. I keep things like chapstick, ibuprophen etc in the top pouch, and again, it's easily accessible one handed, without having to actually look in the bag. The pouch attached to the strap is perfect for my e-cig supplies.The "hidden" CC pouch is a nice touch, but it won't hold a full sized handgun. If you carry a sub-compact pistol, or small revolver, it's perfect. The gun will literally disappear.I can only think of 2 possible "cons" to this bag. 1. It does not have an exterior bottle holder. I don't need one, but if it matters to you, you should keep that in mind. It will hold a 32 oz Nalgene bottle inside the large pouch. 2. If you overload the bag, it tends to lean away from your body. This is easily remedied...don't overload it.This bag, IMO, is not really designed to be a day hike, or "bug out" bag. It is designed for, and excels at, being just what it is...an EDC bag. It would also make an excellent range bag. Just remember, if you overload it, and wear it, it will lean away from your back, and pull on your shoulder. Like I said, don't overload it.I was so impressed with this bag, I bought it's big brother, the Moab 10. If you're looking for the perfect day hike bag, "get home" bag, or small "bug out" bag, it is also nearly perfect. But, that's a subject for a different review.

I am extremely pleased with with this bag- the 5.11 Rush 6 Mobile Operation Attachment Bag. I've owned several different backpacks and messenger bags, but this by far is the best one I've owned thus far for what I need. I use this for everyday carry, I typically my essentials, like a tablet, cell phone, 3DS, chargers, and small flashlight.The bag is a great size to carry all of these things in 2 main compartments. The largest internal compartment is roughly the size of an iPad (I can carry my iPad 2 in there with its case on snugly) with some space left over for my 3DS, and even a small book or two. This internal compartment also has a small zippered compartment inside (perfect for batteries, headphones, etc.) plus a cinch-close pocket in the bottom. The front compartment is much smaller, and has a few storage options for pens, ID cards, etc. The shoulder strap has a small, zippered pocket about the size of an average smart phone. There is also a zippered, padded pocket right on top by the shoulder strap for storing glasses or sunglasses. The shoulder strap is adjustable, and has a padded strip for comfort. There are only 2 spots on the bag for Velcro patches- on the front face and on the shoulder strap pouch. Molle strips cover the front and sides of the bag. Between the 2 main storage compartments is a hidden Velcro pocket. The pocket is just big enough for my S&W 642 revolver, unfortunately it won't fit a larger handgun without sticking out of the top. This pocket works great, and is totally concealed; I can access my revolver within seconds.I would highly recommend this EDC bag. I would also recommend checking out 5.11 Tactical's website- they have a walk through video showing all of the pockets in this bag. Please ask if you have any questions!

I recently got this bag since work decided to give us smaller lockers. My normal EDC (Oakley Icon Pack 3.0) no longer fits. I am happy to say that this fits everything I normally carry and still fits into my work locker.The bag itself is surprisingly large for its small stature. I no longer carry a laptop, so I didn't need such a large bag. This bag does let me carry a small notebook, tablet, lunch, water bottle, pens, folding knife, flashlight, small first aid kit, and sunglass case. The bag still has room to carry a bit more, but I am most likely going to pick up an external molle water bottle holder to free up internal space.I am very pleased with the quality of the bag. Build quality is strong and I have no problem believing that this bag will hold up for a number of years. I am also planning on building a new Bug Out Bag based around the larger Rush 12 Pack. This will also allow me to attach my current Rush 6 in the event of needing to get out and go. The Rush Tier Straps that come with the bag let you do this.Overall if you need a small sized EDC, then this is a great way to go.Update: It has been over one year and the bag is holding well. The bag is used everyday and carries everything I need on a bike. One complaint that has formed is that the bag rolls to the front of the body when riding. This could be fixed with a waist strap of some sort. Only small complaints for a bag that works extremely well. If this size is all you need then this is the bag for you.

Perfect size and tough exactly what we needed. Completely worth the money.