Our original piece of gear, designed and proven by Special Forces soldiers operating in Baghdad and New York City. Each GR1 takes 4 hours to hand build in the USA, and comes with our Scars Lifetime Guarantee. We proudly overbuild GR1 in the United States of America. It thrives in cities, airports, warzones, when rucking, and at all GORUCK Challenges. But no matter what, the toughest part about GR1 is the person wearing it. GR1 Explained by Jason, GORUCK’s Founder A simple black bag, comfortable in any and every environment imaginable. And while I started GORUCK to be so much more than a gear company, we’re proud to build the best, and to do it right here in the USA with American workers and American materials. GR1 took us a year and a half of prototyping and field-testing to get right, and we started selling it when it was ready and not a day sooner. My background is not in sewing or even in product design; my background is as a Green Beret well versed in how gear holds up, and more importantly, how and why it fails in the harshest of conditions.

Because buddies of mine now use our rucks in war, I’m constantly reminded in the most personal of ways that the gear will be used, and abused, and that it better hold up. The end result is a highly functional yet simple bag that only gets better with time. 10th Special Forces Group, 2006-08 #GR1 IN THE FIELD Special Forces Grade Materials The materials we choose are proven to thrive in war. YKK Zippers perform despite Middle East sandstorms, and 1000 denier CORDURA® is the preferred material for Special Forces rucks due to its strength to weight ratio and durability. High stress points are strength tested at over 400 lbs. GR1 is capable of holding more weight than any human should ruck with. Your laptop costs $2,000, that's why we made GR1 the best, and toughest laptop bag ever built. The separate compartment next to your back is extra reinforced to securely take a laptop into combat. And you can get it in and out easily. A removable, hard plastic frame sheet stabilizes the bombproof laptop compartment and allows you to carry more weight comfortably.

If there were no frame sheet, the ruck would curl in on itself too much when you cinch it down on your shoulders. We built a false bottom in the bombproof laptop compartment so that when you set your ruck down, your laptop won't even notice. This adds labor to the build of the ruck, but it's necessary for max function.best backpack for msi gt72 3 rows of external and internal MOLLE webbing let you customize GR1 how you want. huipil backpackMOLLE is the same system used by our Armed Forces to attach life-saving sensitive equipment, such as ammunition.tahoma backpack Ruck Plates (10, 20, 30, or 45 LB) work great in the laptop compartment (recommended). ful laptop backpack security friendly

You can also put them in the large internal pocket or cinch them down to the internal MOLLE. Exit port for hydration bladder tube found under the top handle of the ruck. YKK zippers with silent, glove friendly zipper pulls constructed from parachute 550 cord. There is no good reason why zippers should make noise when rucking (or assaulting). Extra Padded Straps and Handle Shoulder straps and top handle are extra padded to carry heavier loads more comfortably. Easy to pack and organize. Special Forces medical rucks share a similar design. Three internal pockets: one large elastic pocket, one large mesh zippered pocket and one small go-to zippered pocket. External slant pocket provides quick access to keys, snacks, and other small items. 2" x 3" VELCRO Allows you to customize your GR1 with the patch of your choice. By military-spec submersion tests, waterproof means you could repeatedly submerge something and its contents would stay entirely dry.

Our rucks are highly water resistant aka rainproof. "The GR1 is the best backpack I have ever owned," says Jon Wiley, lead designer for Google Search. "Made in the USA, bomb proof, with a life time guarantee, they're the kind of company we love to support. "No nonsense tactical looks that fit in just as well in the urban jungle as they do in the real one." "These GORUCK bags are some of the best things I have seen in a long time and I'm expecting big things from the brand." Marvel Comics' classic vigilante hero carries a GORUCK GR1 when waging his one-man war on crime. GR1 black is authorized for wear in Army ACU uniforms and in all equivalent uniforms in all the service branches. The Special Forces curse clearly states, the more space you have, the more stuff you’ll pack. But, sometimes you need more stuff, and fit matters. The 21L GR1 is 18" tall and the 26L GR1 is 20" tall. The Classic 21L GR1 fits all shapes and sizes. If you’re ~6’+ and/or want 5 additional liters and 2” of additional height, go with the Larger 26L.

When moving through airports, commuting, or rucking, the goal is for your ruck to be high on your back. No matter how tall you are, the 21L will rest 2” higher than the 26L. When in doubt, go with the 21L. 2x3 VELCRO/patch sold separateCar Emergency Kits Check List: Battery and ignition system should be in top condition and battery terminals clean. Ensure antifreeze levels are sufficient to avoid freezing. Ensure the heater and defroster work properly. Check and repair windshield wiper equipment; ensure proper washer fluid level. Ensure the thermostat works properly. Check lights and flashing hazard lights for serviceability. Check for leaks and crimped pipes in the exhaust system; repair or replace as necessary. Carbon monoxide is deadly and usually gives no warning. Check breaks for wear and fluid levels. Check oil for level and weight. Heavier oils congeal more at low temperatures and do not lubricate as well. Consider snow tires, snow tires with studs, or chains.

Replace fuel and air filters. Keep water out of the system by using additives and maintaining a full tank of gas. Add to your car emergency kit following items: FOOD (Non-Perishable) - look at our food bars - they have 5 year shelf life, "power bars", hard candy, WATER- our water also good for use for 5 years or plastic bottles SLEEPING BAG or BLANKET (wool is best)- For combating shock, or using for picnic,etc. SHOES and BOOTS- Sturdy sensible boots or shoes.. that you can hike in or walk in bad terrain in. A pair of heavy SOCKS should be stuffed in each shoe. FLASHLIGHT- with spare BATTERIES and BULBS. FIRE EXTINGUISHER- and an obstruction how yo use it FIRST AID BOOK- First aid Manual FIRST AID KIT- look at our first aid kits section YOUR MEDICATION- have at least 2 WEEKS supply if possible. SPARE GLASSES?- This is VERY good idea to have..even you OLD prescription if it is useable ...in a HARD CASE. Write your correct prescription on paper in case.

PORTABLE RADIO- Portable AM/FM (or AM/FM/TV/Weather,etc) radio. with SPARE BATTERIES and consider an optional earphone. Please take a look at our communication section MAPS- Have recent (last 5 years) map NOTEBOOK- A small pocket size notebook with pen and pencil in a zip-lock bag. GARBAGE BAGS- 2 of the 45 gallon HD size, or 33 gallon OK. These can be used for rain suit by cutting hole in corners and center of top of bag for arms and head. they can protect you and your property. HOSE- 6' length of garden hose or SIPHON KIT from Auto Supply Store to siphon gasoline into approved container to add gasoline to empty tank. DUCT TAPE- Stored in a baggie, along with ELECTRICAL TAPE, and couple "extra" Band Aids. WIRE CLOTHES HANGER- 2 minimum... PAPER GOODS- Box or Tissue (kleenex,etc). some loose tissue in zip lock bag and/or full box or travel size packetPocket Knife with can-opener/bottle opener, cork screw/ 4" blade, etc., Water-pump pliers, combo needle-nose/cutter, diagonal cutters, phillips and standard blade screwdriver, 6- twiistems from garbage bags, roll of electrical tape, piece of "medium" grit sand paper...

large standard screw driver for prying or a "wonder bar", 8" crescent wrench, vise-grips, set of metric and standard drive wrench ratchet kit, combination metric/standard box/open wrenches, carpenters hammer(baggie with assorted nails) safety glasses or goggles.NOTE- If you are mechanical you will know what you need, if not, don't take a lot of tools. CASH- in a baggie 10 ones and 2 fives, along with 4 dollars in quarters (pay phone). Possibly a check folded up and hidden in your kit. JUMPER CABLES- if your batteries terminals are difficult to get to, be sure you purchase proper length and type of cables. READ instructions before using. CAR KEYS- Extra Set OUTSIDE of the Trunk or interior. DO NOT use full set with house keys,etc.wire them in place, cover with tape,etc. EVALUATE- Do you have what YOU need? Is there more than you need? More items to have in Car Emergency Kit.... PROTECTION-HAT, SCARF, SUNGLASSES, RAINSUITE, CONDOMS, LATEX GLOVES, UMBRELLA- Small Folding Model

WET TISSUES or BABY WIPES- Very handy on trips or clean up. "WATERLESS" HAND CLEANER- Tube or container to clean hands PAPER TOWELS- Roll or couple of CLEAN RAGS TIRE INFLATION CAN- Compressed AIR with goop to fill hole DISPOSABLE CAMERA- w/FLASH- for taking photos at accident scene or that picture of grandchild when you forget your "good" camera. PHOTOCOPY of your driver's license, registration and proof of insurance. ADDRESS BOOK- or short list of important phone numbers (DRS, INSURANCE, with policy numbers auto/medical, EMERGENCY LIST people to call to take care of you. in case you can not tell anyone and the car is searched. MEDICAL INFORMATION- In envelope with LARGE LETTERS "medical information" put in things that the EMERGENCY ROOM doctor will want to know. including MEDICAL INSURANCE INFO. FOLDING CANE- If you might need one, it is a life-saver, or used cane from thrift store. CB RADIO- Portable 40 channel CB transciever, with antenna, 2 sets of ALKALINE batteries(marked and bagged), with a cigarette lighter power cord long enough to stand outside the vehicle and operate the radio.

Constantly evaluate what you have in your kit.. check condition at least every 6 months check condition of food and water. EXPANDED TOOLS- as your experience dictates EXPANDED FIRST AID KIT- as your experience dictates FOLDING CHAIR- or stool... how many times have you wanted one? COPY of FAMILY EMERGENCY PLAN- Out of State Contact for separated family check-in,etc. CONTAINERS- give thought to the containers used in your own SURVIVAL kit, consider a small "pack or knapsack" to hold some items, that you can put selected items in if you have to abandon the vehicle. Roadside accidents happen at any time and anywhere. Do you have the tools to deal with and withstand a breakdown? Don't take a chance with your vehicle - and your safety. Be prepared to handle any auto emergency with one of our roadside kits. Containing auto tools, signaling and light devices, and personal accessories, all of our roadside emergency car kits have the necessary components for fixing your vehicle, getting attention, and waiting until help arrives.