Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 4 reviews.
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"This is great back pack, structured, just the right amount of pockets, and very comfortable. My only issue is the chest buckle, which, when the bag is fully loaded (heavy) is hard to get off. You have to put your hands behind the buckle, taking the weight of the bag on your arms, to release it. I would of much rather had the buckle they use the Fidlock V Buckle, as it is a quick release buckle that can be undone from the front. I was thinking about asking them to make me one!"
"The pockets have a tight fit, but overall it’s a great fit. Love the build and design"
"Great Backpack! Recommendation: What about an extra strapping (horizontally on the side) to secure a Bottle/Tripod etc. ? The only thing I am missing here."
"I've been a Black Ember fan for a long time: the build quality, the aesthetics, the comfort, and the customer service have always been first-rate in my experience. I had two Citadel R3 25L's, one in bright orange and one in black. I loved them, but still, I wanted water bottle pockets. Lo and behold, here comes the H2!!! The half-zip structure is great for EDC. How many of us open a full clamshell at the office or cafe anyway? Everything else about the pack is great as well. The organization is just write: it's there, but it's not overwhelming. At first, I was afraid the EmberTex fabric wouldn't match the Cordura RN66 Velocity they used on their last generation of packs, which felt perfect. But I was so wrong. EmberTex is a little more matte, but when you get close, it looks like nothing else out there. Also, when the pack is not full, it drapes beautifully, unlike so many other fabrics, including laminates such as X-Pac, Ultra, etc. I'd heard the fabric collects lint and hair easily, but as a guy with three dogs, I've found that not to be the case. Three final things: 1) though it's listed at 25L, believe me when I say the main compartment holds substantially more than the Citadel R3 25L's; 2) the characteristic Black Ember water resistance is there as well as the structured, protective nature of the pack (great laptop compartment!); and 3) get the compression straps! They complete the pack's look and are great for hanging a wet umbrella under your pack if need be. Or a yoga mat. Or a large bottle of bourbon. Super happy with this pack. It's definitely a keeper--and yes, even better than the Citadel R3 IMHO. Get it! PS--If I had to be careful about security, I would've kept the original Black Ember zipper pulls, but given that I don't, I found some shorter Hypalon versions. What I really wanted were the Black Ember zipper pulls they use on the inside pouch, but I was too afraid to email them and see if I could get a set. (If you're listening, BE, I'd love those zipper pulls, and I'd be happy to pay for them!!!)"
