#Aer fit pack 2 vs goruck gr1 full

It’s also handy for long distance rucking as it puts some load onto the hips and off your back. It keeps the ruck in place when doing bear crawls, ruck push-ups, and more. Using a Rucker for PT? You MUST get the padded hip belt. I’ll make you a believer in 10 seconds flat. When I first saw all the handles on the Rucker, I thought it looked cheesy.īut, function trumps form every time when it comes to fitness – the four handles on the Rucker is the right approach. (Only the 25L version of the Rucker 2.0 has the side handles.) On the 25L model, there’s also handles on the sides. There’s also side handles – which make it great for a suitcase carry. The handles are certainly wider than that of the Bullet and are about the same size as the GR1.

#Aer fit pack 2 vs goruck gr1 full

The handles are decently wide – but I still can’t get a full 10 finger grip on the top or bottom handle. It’s quite difficult to properly grip any of the other rucksack models that don’t have two handles.Ĭan you just grab the rucksack material? Yes, but then it feels like a very asymmetrical grip.Ĭonsider also that if you are using Ruck Plates (and especially the form factor that used to be called “Expert Size”) you can’t necessarily grip the plate itself inside the ruck – they are short and don’t run the whole length of the ruck. This makes it easy to grip the ruck for the overhead press.ĭon’t underestimate the importance of this. There’s a handle on the top – and the bottom. It’s not quite wide enough for me to get a two hand grip (I can get a nine finger grip or so.) The Rucker (the 25L version at least) has handles galore. (The GR1 and Bullet only have the lower elastic pocket option.) Handles, Handles, Handles, and more Handles With the GR1 plate in the lower pocket, the weight will be lower on your back and that’s less of a workout (but it’s still going to get your upper body into the game.) It’s the same weight, but taller and thinner. You can also put this big ole 30 lb GR1 plate into the lower pocket. With two plate pockets – high and low – this is the most flexible ruck configuration for fitness. (There’s also a lower plate pocket – you can use this to keep the weight lower, if desired, or to add extra weight.) Just slide it in… Then close the velcro flap. High on your back is where you want the weight for the maximum fitness effect. Ideally the weight is high up in the ruck – and the Rucker has an elevated plate pocket so you can do this easily. You throw some weight into the backpack, and now your upper back and traps are in the game. Much of the appeal of rucking for fitness is how it turns walking into a full body workout.