Performance Backpack 3.0

I've had two of the 2.0 backpacks, and 2POOD has a really solid offering here in the uniqueness of the design. I really appreciate the belt loop, separate lifter compartment, and Velcro space for patches that isn't hideous. (The only other companies doing that are Built For Athletes and Wolfpak, and their aesthetics are atrocious by comparison.)

However, while the outside of the 2POOD bag is reasonably durable, my frustration is that the liners separating the compartments are much too flimsy and tore up almost immediately in both bags. First, my lifters rubbed a hole in the liner separating the shoe compartment from the upper compartments (items now fall through this hole); then, with the second bag (which was an XL), the liner separating the two main compartments ripped at the seam within literally my first few days of having the bag. With the first bag, the exterior carry handle also separated from the backpack and I had to stitch it back on; with the second bag, one of the shoulder straps started to detach. When I finally emailed customer service about all of this, their solution was to give me a meager 10% discount code that I could use on a THIRD bag (which I obviously didn't do given the circumstances).

I hope they get their sh*t together with the next iteration, because for design/aesthetic reasons, I'd actually really like another one of these, but the product just seems a little too delicate for the ostensibly intended context. I also wasn't impressed with customer service's weak "solution" after my having spent money on two bags (plus a belt -- and the belt is great, by the way; I do highly recommend THAT 2POOD product).

One of my friends says her 3.0 seems more rugged than what I'm describing, so maybe 2POOD is getting the hint, but I've still got a bad taste in my mouth from the above experiences.

Performance Backpack 3.0

The backpack was a little boring with a lack of pockets. I liked the option of being able to wrap the weight belt around the outside of the backpack though. Ultimately I ended up returning it and going with a Bear Komplex backpack.

I really love the compartments and storage areas in the performance backpack. I had a large tactical bag before this, that was probably way too large. Although I wish the performance backpack was slightly larger, I do think this is a better size compared to what I had. I also love the pockets on the sides, which my last bag did not have, and I love the area for patches. Overall, very pleased with this!!!

I’m not using it. I’m giving it as a gift. It’s was a friend asked for. I feel sure they will be happy with it