5.11 Tactical Push Pack, Utility Sling Bag for Responders, Style 56037

I needed an everyday bag for getting around the city - I have too much crap to carry in my pockets and I have a terrible tendency to lose things around my apartment. After looking around online, and even going in-store to places like Timbuk2, I selected this bag based on small size (EDC, no tablet/laptop carry needed), access to pockets, expansion possibilites, positive individual reviews, and overall brand reputation. I am very pleased to say that the 5.11 PUSH is now my go-to everyday carry bag for this autumn/winter, and probably beyond.For an on-foot city commuter, this bag is a godsend. It stores all of my everyday crap (phone/wallet/keys/chargers/notebooks/etc) without feeling heavy or bulky. The biggest distinguishing benefit about this bag is the three zip pockets + two bottle holsters directly accessible via the top of the bag, all accessible without having to unbuckle the main strap. This absolutely critical to keeping me organized, and keeps the PUSH from feeling like a purse full of messy garbage. Many comparable bags I researched only had a single small quick-access zip pouch without unbuckling latches, which imo defeats the purpose of a shoulder-sling profile like this. Friends who are self-described "bag nerds" envy the usability of this pack.The look and feel of the bag is terrific, it reads as semi-military/technical without being ostentatious or wannabe-LEO. I've even female friends wear it with dresses, and the black color + strap combo actually looked flattering on them. I also have not gotten a single man-purse crack, though admittedly I live in an urban environment. The main pouch concealed behind the buckle is surprisingly roomy. It is consistently amusing to make a pile of convenience store essentials vanish in front of a cashier whenever they offer me a plastic bag.The exterior durability is fantastic, with only minor signs of wear after months of daily use. A welcome surprise is several cushioned pads on the body-facing side of the bag. The strap is comfortable for extended periods without noticeable discomfort. The MOLLE straps are a nice addition, though YMMV as to how using them changes the shape and feel of the bag. The latches are made of durable plastic and snap together crisply and cleanly. There are plenty of velcro points along the top flap to stick your preference of patches onto. Overall there are tons of useful features and smart design choices on this pack.If half-stars were allowed, I -would- set this as a 4.5. As much as I recommend this product, I do have some minor complaints. Some of the interior meshes/pouches feel flimsy compared to the rugged exterior pouches. There are certain corners that have been cut in durability - notably particularly a plastic strip embedded in the central top-pouch lining that is supposed to help form the bag, but instead just warped/bent without the ability to remove it (without re-stitching). The removable elastic MOLLE-like loops that cover the buckles are durable, but tend to either jam in the buckle or fall off when manipulated, which forces me to pick between a cleaner aesthetic or less functionality in the buckle. I would also reiterate that this is ideal as an all-around on-foot pack, as the is pack meant to rest lightly along your hip/waist on its padding - I feel a cyclist or hiker would be better served with a tighter-strapped bag.All in all though, these are quibbles that I am happy to overlook for the value, quality, and usability of the PUSH. It's a 9+/10 bag at an incredible price. With a slight upgrade in buckles and materials, this is basically my dream EDC pack, and even as-is, a comparable name-brand bag would charge 2-3x the price for half the functionality. I anticipate using this bag for months to come, and should I wear it out or upgrade, I would still strongly consider picking a second one up as a replacement.

Been working as an EMT-B full time for a couple years now. My service provides a standardized Jump Kit or allows you to furnish your own which they'll resupply. One day they handed me a jump kit that weighed a ton and the next day they handed me one that was really light. "Hmm. I should just carry my own. At least I'll know what's in it."For the most part I've been carrying what is more or less an ALS bag. It's a nice bag and is a fully loaded BLS kit but it's heavy and really more than I need.After some time with that bag I decided to go for a lighter, more mobile, approach. Anybody who has spent time moving in and out of grody, cramped, houses and doesn't want to touch the walls or floor will understand.This bag contains everything I need to get me into and out of a house for most things. Let me give you a run down of my setup and my reasoning:Gun (BBS) Compartment:There may or may not be a Ruger LCP in there (lol).But it also easily holds a full assortment of NPA's, OPA's, and my Small Glucometer.Top Pocket:I keep some basic drugs. I've seem some carry their EPI-PENS here but if they do it only fits the epi.Top/Front Flap Compartment:Band-Aids and some Alcohol Prep Pads.Main Compartment:In the mesh portion I keep 4 rolls of Kerlix from large to small. I have the standard assortment of 4x4s. I snuggly tuck in a roll of IV tape and 2" tape on top and squeeze in some eye protection for the squirters.In the primary portion I have a Face Mask (in lieu of a BVM which won't fit). This will get me to the truck unless I know I'm going to a Cardiac Arrest otherwise I keep one on my stretcher anyways which usually comes with me to the door. Next to that is a bottle of sterile water. I've seen some opt for a 500ml bag of Saline which can be used either for IV or rinse. Tucked nicely along the back I keep two super absorbent abdominal pads (I opted away from the multi-trauma dressing due to bulk) and a tourniquet.On top of this I keep my stethoscope and pulse ox which is secured in place when I close the top flap. I could fit a few more things in there if I wanted to.Left Pocket:Rolled up Adult BP Cuff. Fits beautifully. My other kit had one for peds and fatties. Since peds are my least encountered demographic I just grab the one from the back if I get one and for the fatties it works for a quick palp'd pressure.Right Pocket:Here I simply keep an ice pack and an emesis bag. I also attach a caribiner to the Top Pocket's zipper that dangles an O2 wrench/Window Punch. It gets tucked into this pocket and is secured to avoid clanking. Some people keep their IV start supplies here.In the utility pockets I secure my trauma sheers, a pen light, and a small LED light which I no longer carry on my pants.All in all this is a great little bag. It's well constructed and doesn't feel flimsy. The padding is very nice. It truly is a "Practical Utility Shoulder Hold-All." If you sit down and think about what you truly need to get you from the house/street to the stretcher then to the truck you should be good to go. And it's affordable. As with anything in EMS, it's an evolving system of trial and error. Right now this works well for me. For what it is, I'm going to rate this product with 5 stars.Stay safe.

I go to a bunch of conferences and events, and this pack is absolutely the most perfect sling bag to carry your basics, a couple of water bottles, pen, steno book, phone, wallet, glasses, and then some! This thing rips with a TWO effing zippered water bottle pouches, that can easily carry a sub sandwich in a pinch! It has a zippered pocket on the front, a zippered hidden pocket near the body, and inside it's blocky square big enough to sling an SLR camera and extra pockets for hacking gear, supplies, goodies. There's an extra velcro'd pouch right under the buckle. and it's comfy AF on your shoulder, you barely notice it's on. all the zippers are sewn on well, they're nice and tight, the fabric is stiff, firm, durable, no bad stitching, includes a velcro loop you can pass a utility belt thru for added stability. Honestly, you CANNOT GO WRONG with this bag. buy it, it's worth having.