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Picking the Right One
Picking the best bug out bag (also known as a go-bag) for everyday carry is all about finding a balance between size and features.
Prepping different bug out bags for different scenarios is crucial but arguably the most important of them is your EDC bug out bag.
It’s not going to be everyday you have to deal with a life threatening situation, or an emergency of any kind.
Having a bag you can rely on and fit the essentials in for your day to day activities is important and having one that enables a fast reaction to extreme situations is crucial as you never know when threats may present themselves.
As important as selectively choosing what to pack into your bug out bag is, having the best bug out bag possible is even more vital.
A bag that suits all of your needs and provides the best protection of your gear, while allowing mobility and agility on the go.
Which is why our top pick for this years best bug out bag for EDC is the 5.11 RUSH MOAB 10 Tactical Sling Pack.
The 5.11 RUSH MOAB 10 Tactical Sling Pack
We all know that 5.11 makes fantastic products and some of the highest quality tactical, survival and prepping gear.
We use several of their products on a daily basis and they also make the best bug out bag currently available on the market.
Feature Rich, Adjustable, Lightweight and Incredibly Durable
This Bug Out Bag doesn’t just store your kit, it allows for rapid engagement and response and is packed with features.
Price at time of Publishing
Features and Material
- Adjustable tactical bag made of durable 1050D ballistic nylon with a cushioned shoulder strap and is water-resistant.
- Coms device pockets, a TacTec plate carrier pocket and a double zip pocket. It also has a spacious and organized storage compartment.
- MOLLE sling pack has multiple pockets, a hydration pocket, grip handle and compression straps, perfect for an EDC bug-out bag.
- This tactical sling bag has the 5.11 Tier System and is compatible with other 5.11 RUSH bags. It also includes a hook and loop flag patch, self-healing zippers and a fleece-lined sunglasses pocket.
Why is this the best Bug Out Bag for EDC?
The 5.11 RUSH MOAB 10 is a single strap go bag, and is the perfect size for an EDC bag.
MOAB is short for (Mobile Operation Attachment Bag) this means it’s easily compatible with 5.11’s tiered bag system in which you can attach it to a bigger bag or attach a smaller one to it using the integrated RUSH Tier attachment system.
The Look and Feel
It provides excellent load bearing support and the weight distribution is done expertly.
It is very easy to wear even when packed with heavy gear and traveling over very long distances. We use this bag weekly during our SDR’s and never have shoulder burns, which are very common with more traditional dual strap backpacks.
It also comes in four different color variations:
- Black
- Ranger Green
- Double Tap (Light Gray and Black)
- Kangaroo (Beige)
There is an adjustable strap that can tighten or loosen the grip to make it form fitting and secure to your back or loose and easy to rotate around to the front of your chest.
This allows for quick storage compartment access or covert pistol access with the hidden front facing pouch.
The best bug out bag should be easily usable with a chest rig and plate carrier as well, which this is and it also has a built in TacTec plate slot for additional protection.
Storage
This pack has a spacious main compartment. It can easily carry a small first aid kit, a roll of paracord, up to a 15 inch laptop, flashlight, water bladder, knife and pistol all at the same time with a little room to spare.
Considering the size of the bag, 5.11 has done an amazing job making use of all available space.
On the interior it has a large adjustable pouch, dual-sided mesh pockets lined to the inside and a large center pouch accessible from dual zippers next to the mesh pouches.
Hydration
It wouldn’t be the best bug out bag without proper water storage.
The hydration compartment can fit a 1.5 liter hydration bladder and has a pocket for a backer plate to enhance comfort or it can be removed. The hydration compartment and main compartment enable easy access to the hydration hose with a pass through port.
Covert Pistol Pouch
The covert pistol pouch is part of the reason we consider this the best bug out bag.
In tandem with the single strap design this allows a lethal level of speed that can save your life in extreme situations. The pouch is concealed perfectly and you wouldn’t even realize it was there unless you knew to look for it.
It’s large enough to hold almost any pistol with the exception of long-barrel revolvers.
This can speed up your ready-to-fire times immensely for situations when your sidearm isn’t holstered and you need a more covert appearance.
Coms Pouch
The coms/communication pouch attached to the strap of your bag is designed to act as a compact and convenient storage location for your phone or handheld radio.
Inside the compartment you will find internally-attached straps to keep your devices secure while in transit. The coms pouch also includes a pass-through port for wires on the top.
Final Thoughts
This is without a doubt the best bug out bag we have ever had the pleasure of using, it’s the perfect balance between size and features.
With the integrated covert pistol pouch, it makes it the best bug out bag for EDC for any gray man operating in any environment.
It’s also the perfect travel bag as long as you travel light because its easier to hold and carry than traditional suitcases or backpacks.
Overall we give it a 10/10 perfect score and recommend this bag no matter what your use-case is.
