Max Backpack

I've been searching for a bag that would fit my requirements for about 9 months, and I'm happy I found the Able Carry, even if it was by accident.
I have an Aer Duffel Pack 2 and love it, but it has certain EDC / outdoor limitations, not to mention it doesn't fit the best in an office setting.

The Able Carry is a worthy successor and it checks all the boxes for me; it's spacious, I can put tons of stuff inside it while keeping it organised, the design is low profile but also clean, and it isn't out of the question if it'll fit in an office setting or on a hike.
The comfort is 9/10 and it doesn't present issues when carried for several hours.

From my perspective I am more than pleased with my purchase and will only look forward to using the bag in as many scenarios as possible.
Current checklist:
- fits perfectly for flying, having clothes, snacks, gear inside
- is comfortable for hiking for 3+ hours
- works in an office setting as an EDC**

** I prefer my bags to be in the slightly bulkier department, that can fit a lot of miscellaneous stuff, so for people looking at a more low-profile bag it might not check all the boxes if they stuff it with everything and expect it to still be sleek.

The only negative points I could give it if I wanted to:
- after 5 years of Aer backpack usage, getting used to the Able Carry takes a tad; the straps and bag positioning on me need a bit of adjusting
- the straps have places where you can stow extra elements (like the strap that you can connect across your chest for more stability and hiking) but it doesn't fully fit so it kind of juts out awkwardly.
- some zippers also don't fully fall inside the crease / cover of the pocket they're a part of

The last two parts are a slight bother if you pack some things in, zip it all up and expect everything to be flush, but for the non min-maxers out there, I don't expect it to be a problem.

All in all, while pricey I am glad I've made the purchase as it's going to be a bag I'll use for the next decade or so, at least.

It is an expensive product, but the quality and durability are so good. However, it is a little disappointing that it is a little heavy

I hesitated because there was no Korean information about the bag, but I'm very satisfied with it

I am completely blown away by this backpack. I've been eyeing it for quite awhile andd finally have decided to buy it. I chose earth green as its material is a bit thicker, i.e. slightly more resistant than in the other color options and less shiny in daylight. The built and the design, the x-pac material, the zippers and overall appearance and functionality are impressive. The key holder is a great feature, as well as the inner bottle holder in which I had easily fitted my 500 ml bottle and a small umbrella. That pocket does eat up some space of the main compartment, but too much. The so-called work compartment for the laptop is well secured and my oldd 17 inch mbp fits perfectly, I can also fit my kindle, a notepad and some shorter cables.
I was worried about the front pocket as that one doesn't have aquaguard zippers, but the first morning/day of my premiere use, it was pouring outside like crazy and all my gear had stayed dry, which was a relief.
Yes, the Max backpack really does stand on its own, empty or packed.
When fully loaded, and I mean 98 percent loaded on my first use and trip with it, it was heavy and I was afraid it might be too much, but the A-frame carry system did its magic the moment I had it on my shoulders and poof, the weight was unnoticeable. Seriously, it does work.
The only tiny negative was on the sternum strap. I do love the magnetic clip and the ease of using it, however, one of the straps had a loose thread which was coming apart. I did cut it with sharp scissors and it's barely noticeable where it was.
I have to mention impeccable Mukama service. I had ordered my Max on Friday afternoon, past their working hours and got an email update from them on Monday early afternoon that it was sent to me. Tuesday morning, it had arrived and by the end of the day it was already packed for its premiere use and trip on Wed morning. I id pay for the quicker delivery option, but man, that was warp speed 9!
Thank you Able Carry, thank you Mukama!

This backpack is able to carry a lot of stuff! I took a walk with it to another city and the backpack feels amazing. I love the color earth-green! I didn't put a lot of stuff in the main compartment but I can tell it can fit a lot for a 30L backpack.

Tech-Laptop compartment is great and feels sturdy. I am female, 165 cm high and I bought this backpack for a travel/every day carry combo. If you plan to carry a ton of stuff with you on every day basis then I highly recommend this backpack. For a minimalist travel also.

This bag is perfect for talk dudes.
Every other bag I had felt like a baby bag before this one. Materials are super high quality and the user experience is awesome. The bag stand on its own which is huge.

I've been using the Max as my daily EDC and travel bag for a few weeks now. The X-Pac VX21 construction feels genuinely durable, not just marketing language, and the material has held up well to daily use without showing wear. The expandable 30 to 32 L capacity is the feature I use most: compressed for a normal workday, expanded when I'm carrying lots of groceries or need to pack for a weekend trip. That being said the compression is not that pronounced, it's still a substantial bag at 30 L. Dual compartment organization keeps gear separated cleanly, which matters when you're switching between laptop, notebooks, and photography equipment in the same bag. Carry comfort is noticeably better than other packs I've owned at this capacity, even loaded. No complaints so far. Recommended if you want one bag that covers both office and travel without compromise.

Very high quality product.

I have tried 4 different bags. Thats the one if you need space, but dont want it to bulky and are a urban commuter.

it's pretty and with very good materials. It's so confortable and I am really happy with it. I think it's the best backpack I never had

I was torn between the EDC and Max. I didn't hesitate to choose Max. It is smaller than I expected, making it convenient for everyday use and also perfect for two to three-day trips.

A++!! Mukama delivered my Able Carry MAX EDC just as advertised. The packaging was above my expectations, and the customer service was fluid. I had no issues with the product or the service. Definitely recommend Mukama if you're looking for a positive vendor experience!

I bought and used this for air travel overseas to keep everything carry-on and my hands free. Exceptional quality, looks, and comfort.

I filled this to the max weight of EU carry-on and didn’t feel a thing while wearing it. Very easy to put into airplane bins and all of the handles make everything very convenient for real-world use when getting around.

The bag holds a decent volume but make sure you will find good use of the tech compartment on the back because it does take a significant amount of space.

This is my fifth Able Carry pack so far and my first Cordura material pack. I chose Cordura so it won't look boxy since it has more give and flexibility than Xpack. I think you could stuff it a bit more because of Cordura.

Keep in mind MAIN compartment is about 25-26L and laptop compartment is 4-5L more. So it holds a bit less than 30L packs that are geared towards travellers and that usually are one compartment bags. This one has very specious laptop/tech compartment with easy access and water resistant zipper coating.
Water bottle pocket eats into main compartment so if you need maximum capacity AND want to stuff bottle inside, this one is not for you. But on other side pack is kinda wider than compared backpacks so if you pack it the same as you would other packs there is sill space on lateral sides but it will hold less. Since is wider then others, if you have small frame this pack would look big on you.

My other bag is a North Face 30L for travel that holds more and is lighter but MAX is like carrying clouds on your backs. Weight is no issue and comfort is like no other for me. So same weight would feel lighter with Max backpack.

It's kinda big for EDC but if you have lot of stuff or want to carry laptop/tech with lot of documents and maybe stuff gym gear inside this is perfect for that. Max feels like luxury when carrying it and I love the materials (Cordura ripstop on WHOLE pack and bottom not like Xpack that has combination of materials).

I’ve owned many bags, and this has become one of my favorites. I got it to travel, as a carry on, and it worked perfectly. The construction is exceptional as well as the pocket organization. Really satisfied with it

I originally bought the Daily Plus from Able Carry and absolutely love it. It's perfect for my work EDC and even for carrying baby stuff. But with a toddler, it became a bit tight for all the toys, food and changing kit that's now needed, especially on small trips. So I decided to buy the Max and now I'm torn between both - they're both incredible backpacks!!!

The Max, like the Daily Plus, can handle anything. I took it on a month's trip and it was a great companion, handling all weather conditions. I did sometimes miss the compact size of its smaller sibling, but when I'm using my Daily Plus, I find myself occasionally missing the bigger Max.

I'm now using both and love to have the option.

The Daily Plus is perfect for work.

The Max is perfect for going out with baby, traveling or shopping.

You can't go wrong with either...

Perfect balance of aesthetic, function and rugged reliability. A very well made product.

The backpack is great, well designed with very good materials.
I'm giving 4 stars because it’s on the heavy and rigid side, specifically the strips.

many bags have too much of organization inside the bag, as it take away so much useful space. therefore the clamshell design with minimum internal organization gives me the flexibility to put in whatever I like, work related, go for shopping, gym, daily carry and travel. 30L is perfect size, not too big or too small. it is the right size and look (design) for work, daily carry and light travel. materials are extremely high quality, therefore you feel the weight of the bag when it is empty. but as it is ergonomic design and super cushion of should padding, you do not feel the weight on your shoulder. it is very high quality and multi-functional/scenarios backpack. well worth the price tag, because it can do the tricks as one backpack. this is the review from the owner from Forge Max Black Ember. I like Max more. Forge has too much internal organization, then you can use it for daily carry like shopping, gym bags. Forge is an office bag only in my view. Max can do it all.

I had $20-$50 dollar backpack my whole life. This time I bought something more expensive, and wow. The quality is out of this world.
I am using it usually with a laptop, headphones, charger and some edc stuff. Nothing heavy and I love it! I used it for a 2-night trip and it worked perfectly! The weight is distributed quite well. And I love the internal bottle holder. I highly recommend. I'm 1.9m and I was condisdering the Daily Plus, but that would be too small. This is just a bit too bit for EDC but I can totally live with that knowing that if I need to spend a night or two somewhere, it will do the job great.

I was looking for a bag that could work as a personal item to for one bag travel for shorter trips or to accompany checked luggage for longer ones. I decided on the Able Carry Max after doing a massive amount of research. I was specifically looking for high quality materials, construction, and design as well as a fairly minimal amount of organisation. I also wanted the bag to be comfortable to carry. The Able Carry Max checks all those boxes, when other manufacturers only check a few. The X-Pac outside material, YKK zippers and lining material are a dream, there's a perfect amount of pockets/organization, and it's the most comfortable backpack I've ever carried. I also really appreciate that the bag maintains its center balance when held by any of the handles. I don't mind that the water bottle pocket can eat a little interior space, but other users might want to keep that in mind. Still, when the bag arrived, my husband (who owns an AER travel backpack), was actually jealous. He said the Able bag looked better, seemed constructed better and was more comfortable to carry than his. Can't wait to use it on its first trip with me this week.

I bought this for one bag travel because it looks more like a standard backpack than a cuboid travel bag. It is smaller than other travel bags for the weight, but I have tested it out with packing cubes and can can fit 7 underpants 7 t-shits, shirt folder with 2 shirts an trousers - 4 pairs of socks, shorts, a spare pair of shoes, wash bag, stuff-able down coat, and a rain mac and a small pouch for chargers. Oh and a sling.

I also took a whole bin bag of books to the charity shop in it taking it to over 10kg and it holds the weight comfortably even without a hip belt.

People complain about the bag being 1.7kg empty but when you wear it empty it doesn't feel heavy. I would rather shave 0.5kg off the items I bring with for a more structured and comfortable bag.

The bag is well made with ingenious places to put things. I really like the softness of the harness and stability of the waist belt. X-Pac fabric makes things nice and light plus gives protection from the elements.

Bought the bag for minimalist travel. I didnt see a single bad review online or on youtube about this bag. Only positive and good things.
No one was lying. Bag is amazing. Heavy on paper but lighter than most bags when carrying. Its weird.

Very good backpack. Conveniently located pockets. Useful for travel. Good materials. Mukama service was good

Best waterproof and looking X-pac fabrics, very sturdy and well made.
The clever hiding water bottle pocket is very roomy and keep the slick look of the bag. Can be used as well as a large EDC or for short trips. Very happy with it and by the Mukama customer services.