5.11 is a standard in the world of tactical bags. The Amp24 32L comes in a variety of colors with its water resistant nylon. The external hexgrid system is visually striking but also load bearing ...

While one person’s definition of what makes a given bag “tactical” or even useful may differ, I’ve owned my fair share of these bags and have a handful I’d recommend for various end users.

Most of us know Kelty for its budget-friendly outdoors gear, but the brand also has a lesser-known tactical branch that builds shelters, sleep systems, and backpacks to military specifications.

Once it’s declassified, advanced military technology tends to drip down into civilian goods. It’s how we got GPS, the internet and the Jeep.But the relationship goes both ways, with innovative outdoor ...