U.C. Quad Pack

When we decided to name our new flagship pack User Configurable. It wasn’t just a clever marketing name. Our U.C. Pack and compatible pouches is a platform that allows anyone to build a truly custom pack. Whether the pack is used for a daily carry bag, a mission specific kit, bug-out bag, or quadcopter transporter.

About the same time we were testing various sizes and configurations of what ultimately became our U.C. Pack. I began a very fun (read expensive) hobby building and flying an FPV racing miniquad. Call it a drone, multirotor, quadcopter or whatever- it’s a blast.

The problem with having an expensive piece of technology, much like a gun, you don’t just want to carry it around in a grocery bag. It deserves a proper storage system that not only stores, but also protects and allows for easier transport. It also doesn’t hurt if it satisfies some OCD tendencies for having a proper place for everything.

So my challenge was to fit all of my necessary components (transmitter, batteries, tools, propellers, and of course the quadcopter) into the pack and ensure these sensitive components were organized for throwing in the car and hiking out to a good location.

I’ve used a few of our stock accessories to do this. On the outside, I use a 10X6 Stretch Dump Pocket for my Yeti Rambler. On the other side I use a 7X6 Media Pouch to store my backup propellers. There’s also the built-in bottom compartment which is great for my charging equipment, extra zip-ties and larger accessories.

military bag

Inside I’ve used an 8X10 Mesh Pouch for tools and a 10X5 Elastic Organzier Panel for my batteries. The great thing about the loop lining is I’m able to add hook tape to any of my tools and attach them directly to the pack to store and grab them quickly.

Interior U.C. Pack
I’ve also gone one step further and cut a fitted foam insert for the bag that allows me to slot in my quad and transmitter. It’s cut from standard furniture foam and coated in plasti-dip to add durability and grip.

Being able to go home after a day in the office, grab my pack and have everything I need has been huge in getting me out in the field quickly without having to sort through my equipment and bring multiple cases. As anyone in this hobby will tell you, you’re never done modifying and upgrading equipment. As I progress, the U.C. Pack has allowed me to swap out pouches and pockets to accommodate my changing gear without having to start over and find a new solution.

Check out our U.C. Pack and all of the accompanying accessories here.

This post is the first in depth look in a series of stories we are collecting as users build their own kits and put our bags to the test. If you would like to show us how you’ve built your bag, contact us.