Review of Condor - Snowboarder's Perspective
Sup guys. Just took this bag out riding in the Mount Hood, Oregon area so this review is based on a snowboarder's perspective. The bag is nicely built and just the right size for riding. Small easy access exterior side pockets were great to stash snacks in (I usually carry mini Snickers Bars for the extra boost of energy). I had my mini screwdriver in the top small pocket for binding adjustments on the go. The main bag chamber fit my light fleece (which I used to wrap around my sandwich so it wouldn't get crushed) and my inner liner jacket when it got too hot to wear.
Regarding the audio piece, it was very simple to pair. We rode on average of 4 hours each day in 25-30 degree weather and the battery never wore out (I charged it every night after riding). We had a day of mixed precipitation (snow/hail/light rain) and the pack and speakers held up. I'm not sure if I would risk riding with it in moderate/heavy rain as I'm not sure if it's 100% waterproof and don't want to find out the hard way that it isn't (riding in rain is no fun anyway!). There is one minor complaint that I have with the audio, which perhaps only a snowboarder would experience. The buttons seem extra sensitive so sometimes when I get up from strapping in, it would skip to the next track Maybe while getting up I stretched the material over the button enough that it pressed down. Regarding the blinking light piece, while not necessary as a snowboarder, I can definitely see it's use while riding a bike. For the heck of it, I did turn on the blinking lights on the day we had low visibility and my friends said the light pulse was long and steady so they saw them without issue. Usually as a boarder/skier, we ride/ski without lights in low visibility conditions anyway so it isn't necessary.
So, that's about it. Hope you enjoyed the review and find it helpful.
-Soul
Great Day Pack
I have had the Condor backpack for a little over 2 weeks and have used it on at least 4 to 5 occasions. The pack is a perfect size for a Day Hike, Bike Ride, or Run. I have used it to go on a couple of day hikes and it performed great. The Bluetooth audio is simple to use and has great sound. I have even ran with the pack and it stays in place even with a hydration pack. The pack is pretty rugged, well constructed and dusts off easily. It has just enough compartments to store all necessities for a normal day hike. The pack also comes with LED lights which I have not had to use on my hikes but can see the benefit if using the pack riding my bike. My favorite thing about the pack of course is the music capability as I am a fan of music as I am sure most people are and this pack makes listening to music while being active a joy with no earphones or cables getting tangled and pulled. I totally recommend this product to all of my hiking friends and followers.
~ Tony Ramos Jr
Avid Hiker/Runner/Athlete
Fun, Tough, Versatile
This is a great product! I use this on frequent rides with my friends, and while MTB racing. The speakers are in the perfect place to be heard while music is played quietly, and loud enough to create quite a party atmosphere with great sound quality. I feel so much safer on the road with this, than with earbuds in (plus it's illegal to have headphones in in most areas). The pack is very large, and can easily accommodate my 2.5L water bladder that tore open my previous pack. It has survived innumerable crashes, and every part of it seems to be well made, and tough. It can be used for biking, hiking, and I sometimes even take it as a school backpack, or while washing my parents' cars. 100% would recommend the Condor to anyone who spends time outside.
EE Condor is tough!
The Condor is remarkably durable! I found that it was extremely water resistant, and the fabric is tough but light weight. The Audio Speakers are very cool and are very loud and or quiet, the connection to my Bluetooth device is effortless. Great Product for gifts as well! Highly recommended!
