Granite Gear CHIEF Patrol Pack

My husband has long said this is the best rucking pack he’s ever used - so I got this for him for his birthday. He’s thrilled!! The pack came very quickly and included a meaningful, handwritten note. He will use this for many walks in the woods for many years. Thank you!

This pack is perfect for short people. It's extremely adjustable and modular compared to other brands. It's still a bit heavy, but its very sturdy, zips perfectly, and can be used for a large number of things. You can hike with it, camp with it, use it as a larger go-bag, or whatever you want. I love it.

Granite Gear CHIEF Patrol Pack

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OneThiefSurplus has my confidence. I initially ordered one backpack & found due to the quality service. Another 2 x packs, quickly followed. My nephews needed kit, for their upcoming camping experience in North Queensland. Taking in Airlie Beach, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach & The Tablelands(above Cairns).
In total OneThiefSurplus supplied
1 x FILBE Complete Main Pack Grade 1 as new condition
1 x USMC 2nd Gen ILBE Main Pack Surplus
1 x Granite Gear Chief Patrol Pack Surplus
Both Surplus Packs required minor stitching work by my local Shoemaker/teamster, around the shoulder straps. I expected much worse, simply due to the kit being Surplus. Very pleased, with condition of both Surplus & Grade 1 kit. OneThiefSurplus have shown to me, their true to their word. Professional & very prompt delivery. Especially down here. In the deep south & lost in time, in the land down under. I have no doubt of making future orders. I've always found Quality rises to the top, through our action & service. Thank you Luke & Team.
PS Appreciated your inspirational & kind words, with my very 1st order Nikki:)

It was shipped fast and well by someone who obviously cares, it was a pleasure to purchase here.

Great pack from my favorite surplus co. Has held up incredibly on our camping and backpacking trips Recently used it on a 2 week trip to Europe. Comfortable running through airports and to catch buses. Able to carryon to every flight. Easily my favorite pack now. Thanks to OTSurplus for the great service, gear and best prices!

My Chief just came in today. Awesome Father's day present for me. Can't wait to take this bad boy out. If this is a 2 then a 1 must be brand new. Awesome gear and great service. Thanks!

Purchased Granite Gear Chief Patrol Pack Grade 2. Product came quickly, and in amazing condition. I don't see how a grade 1 could be better. No rips, tears, or writing. All straps had keepers.

And they gave me a heck of a deal on top of it. Absolutely top notch customer service and products.

Recently got one of these packs from you guys, probably one of the best rucks I've ever used. Really comfortable too. Took it out to a field event as soon as I got it and it treated me very well.

Bought this pack after reading the reviews and doing some research. Needed a new pack to carry my gear for my extracurricular activities. Ordered grade 1, it is surprisingly in almost new condition. OT Surplus knows what they are doing. Will be ordering from them again.👍

Got the Chief Patrol pack in grade 3, came in nice and salty but in more that useable shape. needs a couple stitch up/patches here and there but rucked over 20 miles with it and it held up great. 10/10

I got this pack because I had heard good things and it can be compressed down if you're not carrying that much. I've only taken it on short hikes so far but it fits comfortably and does compress down nicely. You'd have plenty of room for longer trips. Their grading system is very accurate. I purchased a grade 2 and yea it came with some dirt and scuffs but no holes and everything works. Some of the interior water resistant lining is flaking but most packs do this at some point. Not a big deal, a wash will clear it up and you can spray your pack or use a cover for waterproofing. Good bag.

Ordered this pack for some solo camping, and it’s everything as advertised. I looked the whole thing over and it was like new. I can’t wait to break it in this spring.

Great condition, other than a few scraps here and there. Haven't taken ot out yet, but it looks to be as advertised.

First, One Thief Surplus has been great to work with. And I found the condition of my "Condition 1" pack to be near new. I honestly think it was unused, just stored in a warehouse for years. Regarding the pack. The balance of comfort, durability, load bearing and mobility can't be easy for a designer. Granite Gear has gotten as close as any pack I've had. While I do feel strongly that this is a great piece of kit that would fill many roles, there are issues you should know. One, I'm 5'5". If you are shorter than that I wouldn't buy it. I have it on the lowest mounting position and it fits good, but if the waist belt his just a touch higher that would be nice. Second, because of the mobility offered by this pack, the waist belt does not offer the support as on other packs. Like my Mystery Ranch Terra 80 for example. It offers much more support but much less freedom of movement. Everything is a trade off and nothing comes for free. The shoulder straps are incredibly wide, for me at least too wide. I'm going to sculpt them with my sewing machine. However that is body type specific and you will likely be fine. Other than those issues? I can't think of a deficit. One more thing... I popped apart an AR with a 16 inch barrel and standard A2 flash hider to see if the upper would fit in the side pocket. It does but not enough to allow the pocket to zip closed. However it is so damn close! If you had 13.9 or 14.5 with a pin and welded muzzle device that had an overall of 16.1? Yeah I think it would. Just thoughts for the strange times ahead. Good luck.