Hey all,
After looking at one of these for my new bergen i had trouble finding reviews for them. As they are made in Poland not many people seem to have one over here.
There is another review here by a member (Monsterbeetle) http://urbanvalleyrednecks.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/wisport-reindeer-75l-review.html
I thought i would add my own thoughts now i have it in my possession.
Where to start..........
It looks very well made and sturdy, made from 1000D Cordura and well stitched.
It says it weights 2300g but my scale says more like 2750g.
It has a semi floating lid with 2 pockets, a small one outside (2L) and a much larger internal pocket (3-4L).
I say semi floating as it has the straps to be able to pull it down equally but also has a small flap with a velcro attachment at the rear that allows it to act as a hinged lid.
It has a main pouch that is around 60L, this pouch has a draw cord about 1/3 the way up to split it in two like the Lowe Alpine Saracen to help keep bits of kit separate. This piece also seems to be wateproof to keep wet and dry things apart.
The main pouch Also has a draw cord closure with a storm flap that will probable equate to 15L of extra space if you had it fully extended.
The bottom is accessed with a semi circular double zip.
The 2 side pouches (appx 9L each) are clipped on with 4 clips i have never seen before so dont know the name, but acts like a grimlok. see pics below
They are accessed by way of a side release clip and they also have a draw cord storm flap closure underneath.
The back of this bergen has a fully adjustable height system by way of some webbing straps to make adjustment, the shoulder straps are padded 'S' shape and the waist belt is also padded with air mesh.
It come with a chest strap to aid with the weight and strap placement.
The straps and padding are all very comfortable.
There are also 3 rows of molle on the front for pouch attachment, and top and bottom adjustable webbing with side release clips to mount thing to the outside (tarp or chair etc)
Ok then now for my thought on the bad bits.
The side pouches are too small for a start, no where near the size you get on normal military bergens and the storm flap gets in the way a bit when using them.
The clips they are attached with dont seem very sturdy at all, and would have much preferred a zip like the others.
The back adjustment system only has webbing at the bottom for adjustment, while this works very well i have found a flaw.
If you move the bergen about with the shoulder straps these webbing buckles work lose very quickly and you then have to re adjust them. This could have been overcome with some way of clipping the straps or even matching straps on the top of the bergen to really hold it tight.
Not a major problem as you can adjust this bergen whilst wearing it.
The zips on the top pockets and on the bottom access point are very small/thin and dont look like they will stand much abuse. Im used to stuffing my bergens with gear and knowing the YKK zips will hold. These dont look like they will withstand the abuse a squaddie will give them.
I dont know and cannot find any info if this bag is waterproof there is no visible layer on the inside like most bergens so my guess is its not.
And being very picky........there is a bit too much webbing hanging off it all over.
All the straps seem to be 6" too long for there intended use.
No bit problem but just a waste of material and more bits to flap in the wind or get caught in bushes.
Here are the pics.
All told, this is a very well made and comfortable bag, there are a few minor flaws in the design but so have most other bergens.
I would have no problems recommending this bag to others.
Its designed to be a crossover between a day sack and bergen and it does this very well.
Anyway hope this helps someone in the future
After looking at one of these for my new bergen i had trouble finding reviews for them. As they are made in Poland not many people seem to have one over here.
There is another review here by a member (Monsterbeetle) http://urbanvalleyrednecks.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/wisport-reindeer-75l-review.html
I thought i would add my own thoughts now i have it in my possession.
Where to start..........
It looks very well made and sturdy, made from 1000D Cordura and well stitched.
It says it weights 2300g but my scale says more like 2750g.
It has a semi floating lid with 2 pockets, a small one outside (2L) and a much larger internal pocket (3-4L).
I say semi floating as it has the straps to be able to pull it down equally but also has a small flap with a velcro attachment at the rear that allows it to act as a hinged lid.
It has a main pouch that is around 60L, this pouch has a draw cord about 1/3 the way up to split it in two like the Lowe Alpine Saracen to help keep bits of kit separate. This piece also seems to be wateproof to keep wet and dry things apart.
The main pouch Also has a draw cord closure with a storm flap that will probable equate to 15L of extra space if you had it fully extended.
The bottom is accessed with a semi circular double zip.
The 2 side pouches (appx 9L each) are clipped on with 4 clips i have never seen before so dont know the name, but acts like a grimlok. see pics below
They are accessed by way of a side release clip and they also have a draw cord storm flap closure underneath.
The back of this bergen has a fully adjustable height system by way of some webbing straps to make adjustment, the shoulder straps are padded 'S' shape and the waist belt is also padded with air mesh.
It come with a chest strap to aid with the weight and strap placement.
The straps and padding are all very comfortable.
There are also 3 rows of molle on the front for pouch attachment, and top and bottom adjustable webbing with side release clips to mount thing to the outside (tarp or chair etc)
Ok then now for my thought on the bad bits.
The side pouches are too small for a start, no where near the size you get on normal military bergens and the storm flap gets in the way a bit when using them.
The clips they are attached with dont seem very sturdy at all, and would have much preferred a zip like the others.
The back adjustment system only has webbing at the bottom for adjustment, while this works very well i have found a flaw.
If you move the bergen about with the shoulder straps these webbing buckles work lose very quickly and you then have to re adjust them. This could have been overcome with some way of clipping the straps or even matching straps on the top of the bergen to really hold it tight.
Not a major problem as you can adjust this bergen whilst wearing it.
The zips on the top pockets and on the bottom access point are very small/thin and dont look like they will stand much abuse. Im used to stuffing my bergens with gear and knowing the YKK zips will hold. These dont look like they will withstand the abuse a squaddie will give them.
I dont know and cannot find any info if this bag is waterproof there is no visible layer on the inside like most bergens so my guess is its not.
And being very picky........there is a bit too much webbing hanging off it all over.
All the straps seem to be 6" too long for there intended use.
No bit problem but just a waste of material and more bits to flap in the wind or get caught in bushes.
Here are the pics.
All told, this is a very well made and comfortable bag, there are a few minor flaws in the design but so have most other bergens.
I would have no problems recommending this bag to others.
Its designed to be a crossover between a day sack and bergen and it does this very well.
Anyway hope this helps someone in the future
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