Like with all Maxpedition products the fabric and strapping is really stiff upon arrival. Zippers are a little difficult upon initial uses. Lots of loose strap ends after setup for use. This means either a lot of itw's web dominators or tape or Eberlestock's velcro strap tamers. This is a good day pack. Glad I purchased a bottle holder and the large tactile so I have extra room in the pack itself. The large tactile is the same size as the lower outside pocket and straps on nicely.

The only reason I only gave it 4 stars is that for a tactical style pack I still won't put Maxpedition over Eberlestock.