--- product_id: 168449593 title: "Ghost Mk II" brand: "brand: direct action" price: "£281.32" currency: GBP in_stock: null reviews_count: 18 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/168449593-ghost-mk-ii store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # Ghost Mk II **Brand:** brand: direct action **Price:** £281.32 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ghost Mk II by brand: direct action - **How much does it cost?** £281.32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/168449593-ghost-mk-ii) ## Best For - brand: direct action enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted brand: direct action brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Features - About this item - 100% Cordura 500D - Imported - Zipper closure - 15" shoulder drop - NEW DESIGN - Ghost Mk II have redesigned side pockets that are equipped with elastic for expansion. They also have the new Direct Action logo - HIGH END USER - Lightweight and versatile 3-day backpack designed for advanced Military & Law Enforcement operators - PATENTED DESIGN - Patented Combat Vent System provides increased comfort for their users during prolonged use. Also great for hiking and traveling - CAPABILITY - Unique laser cut MOLLE/PALS system is lowprofile, lightweight, snag-free and non-water absorbing - RUGGED DESIGN - Durable, water resistant coated Codura 500D fabric with multiple color/camo options for versatility. Kryptek, PenCott, Mulitcam are NIR(Near-infrared) treated; Helps prevent detection with night vision. 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I did not receive this bag in exchange for a review or anything like that, I paid full price on the Direct Action Gear website (well designed website, I highly encourage you to check it out and compare prices). This is a phenomenal bag and fits my every need.Size:I was looking for a bag that I could use on day hikes or short camping trips. This is not as large as my 5.11 Rush 72 which I was perfectly fine with. If you are looking for a large 3-day bag, I would not go with the Ghost. If you are like me and want a larger sized day bag to hike with or for shorter backpacking trips this bag will work very well. It has some compression straps on the bag and has an overall slim profile compared to many bags of this size. The capacity is 31.5 liters if you include the detachable external pocket. There are great organization options in the detachable external pouch. There are 2 mesh pockets, 4 holders for pen/pencil/firesteel/any other slim items of that size, a lanyard for your keys or anything else you'd like to attach, 2 rectangular pouches (think altoids tin size) with velcro flaps, a small "dump" pouch in between the other organizers, and a larger dump pouch behind everything else. That's not to mention the entire "dump" area of the total external pouch as well as the zipper on the front of it that extends the entire area of the external pocket. This would be a great option for a medical kit as you can detach it and it can hold plenty of items (not what I use it for, just saying as my mind always goes there being a nurse and all).For the main compartment itself, there is another zipper on the outside that is about half the height of the bag. The outside on the main compartment also has a sunglasses holder, a water bottle holder on each side (easily fits a standard 32oz nalgene and has compression straps to lock it into place), and access to your first water bladder compartment on the back (easily fits my 3L water bladder and has a nice hook to hang it on and access to the outside for the hose). Inside the main compartment has one mesh pocket and a divider that you can access the second water bladder area (again with the nice hook and hose access). The rest of the compartment is just an open dump area. That's pretty much it for the main compartment if you're looking for organization. I'm fine with it being a large dump area, but it may be a turn-off to some.Function:The hip belt is detachable and comes with straps that you can attach magazines, holsters, etc. and wear that alone. I will never have a use for that but it may be important to some. The hip belt itself is very wide and actually transfers weight to your torso/legs MUCH better than my Rush 72. However, being a shorter bag it takes me some adjusting to get to that point and isn't as comfortable as when I have it all cinched up on my shoulders. I usually just use it for stability or to carry a knife. I'm 5'11" and my torso is just a little too tall for it so if you're 5'9" or shorter, or have a shorter torso than I do, I believe it will perform well for you. The shoulder straps have buckles so you can quickly detach the pack if you are wearing it. There are 4 compression straps on the outside if you count the ones that attach to the external pouch.The laser cut MOLLE looks fantastic and contributes to the slim-profile look that was mentioned before. If you need MOLLE, this is the bag for you as there is absolutely no shortage of it. It is featured on the main bag, the external pouch, on each side (even on the water bottle compartments), the hip belt, and four on the bottom of the pack to allow for tent/bedroll/etc. attachment. The laser cut MOLLE does take some getting used to. It is definitely more rigid and I find it more difficult to attach things to it. It's not impossible, just a little more difficult. I took the old method of using a butter knife to guide my attachments through and that seems to cut down on the time and frustration, as it did with standard MOLLE loops. It is nice that it will not snag or absorb water and weigh the pack down. Perhaps over more time it will loosen up and become less rigid, but who knows. Not a huge deal for me.The external pouch can be detached but I will never do that. As one reviewer mentioned, it's kind of a pain due to the knots and stringing of the shock cord. I use it beaver-tail-style and stuff things (rain jacket, tarp, plano tackle box, etc.) in between the external pouch and the main compartment. You can cinch it down tight and nothing will come out. Well, it may, but not easily. Also, I cannot speak to the NIR as I have absolutely no use for such thing and I got mine in shadow grey (very nice looking dark grey).Comfort:This bag is amazingly comfortable. I've worn it for many continuous hours while hiking and absolutely love how it feels and performs. The shoulder straps are well contoured and have nice padding, the hip belt works really well, there is an adjustable sternum strap, and the water bladder portions works well and carries the weight well if you use the hook.... and I haven't even gotten to my favorite part- the back padding! The Combat Vent System is probably just shy of 3/4" thick and is made of foam encased in mesh and has many large and deep ridges cut into the foam to help air circulate. It did not prevent my back from sweating (nothing will because, let's face it, it's still in contact with your back) but with even the slightest breeze cool air went through those ridges and cooled my back. That is a great feeling on a hot day with a lot of hiking!Quality:This pack screams quality. Seriously. Very well made. It is 500D Cordura Nylon (lighter than 1000D and still very strong) and DWR coated (water repellant) with fantastic stitching. There are no frays or loose stitching and after two months of pretty good use hiking/camping/being thrown around in the woods, it still looks like it did when I received it (minus the dirt on it). The shoulder straps and top handle are all Box-and-X style stitching. Pretty much anywhere on the pack where you find a strap or buckle there will be a loop with velcro nearby to fold up the excess straps, which is very nice to keep it snag-free and keep the excess straps out of the way. The shoulder straps also have D rings and other attachment points to feed a water bladder hose. The buckles themselves are made of duraflex and the zippers are all YKK. The zipper pulls are also great (also duraflex?) and the cord attaching to the zipper is encased in a tough-rubbery material. I know, I sound very scientific with that but that's the best I could come up with! There are two velcro attachments on the outside if you're into morale patches and those sorts of things. I'm not, but the look doesn't bother me. Each compartment, the main and external pouch, also have a drainage hole on the bottom. There are 2 D rings and various other attachment points that I couldn't even tell you what the use would be for them. I could go on and on here, but I'll just conclude the quality section by saying I came away VERY impressed with Direct Action Gear. Finding hidden gems (probably not for long) like Vanquest and Direct Action Gear make me appreciate quality so much more and gives me little hesitation for ponying up the extra few bucks to go with them.Conclusion (finally, right?):If you are looking at this review you are either a) unsure of what you're getting for the money or b) on the fence about buying this because it may be a tad more expensive than some other packs out there or c) I don't know, why are you still reading if you aren't considering it? Full disclosure: I have not had the opportunity to test or try many backpacks of this style- very few, actually. But I can be confident in saying that if you're looking for this style of backpack and you like what it has to offer, and it fits your budget, you will be extremely satisfied with this pack. It's a slam dunk in my opinion. Sorry about the lengthy review but I hope it helps! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect except for bottle holders *by M***H on Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2017* Short version: I love everything about this bag except for the water bottle holders on the sides, which I wish were taller.Longer version:Use model and context:I got this pack to haul my school stuff to, from, and around campus. My usual load is a laptop, charging cables, 4-5 notebooks, a textbook or two, lunch, snacks, an extra layer, a large water bottle, and other small school items. Most name-brand schoolbags of sufficient size seem to skimp on quality or water bottle sleeves, so I've recently turned to military-style bags. I first tried a relatively inexpensive bag from Mardingtop, which was high quality but not deep enough to comfortably fit all my stuff. I bought the DA Ghost and 5.11 Rush 72 to try in parallel and see which one worked out better.Noteworthy features on the Ghost:I use one of the hydration bladder pockets (the one just in front of the back panel) to hold my laptop. This creates extra usable depth in the roomy main compartment, while giving my laptop some extra padding. I also love the "stuff-it" area between the main compartment and the removable organizer pouch. This is a great spot to put lunch, layers, or anything else that doesn't pack well. My only small gripe with this feature is the fact that it's open at the bottom, with only two alligator clips on the bottom to hold stuff in. This restricts that area for use with bulkier items. (The Rush 72 wins here because its "marsupial-style" pouch is closed on the bottom.)The zippered interior mesh pockets keep wires and smaller devices out of the way, and the dedicated sunglasses pocket on top provides easy access without need for a bulky case. While I don't see myself ever fully detaching the organizer pocket, it provides ample space and separation for pencils, erasers, snacks, and the like. It has replaced the separate pencil pouch that used to float around in the main compartment of my old bag.One unique feature that I really appreciate is the “combat vent” padding system on the back panel, shoulder straps, and hip belt. Most bags tout some sort of air-flow technology, but the Ghost is the first pack that has actually created a lot of separation between the back panel and my back, which significantly reduces back sweat when biking.The YKK zippers feel very sturdy. They don’t pull very smoothly, but this minor annoyance is only due to the zipper covers that help keep rain out.Areas for improvement:The only significant issue I have with the Ghost is the water bottle holders. While they are technically big enough to hold a 40-oz. insulated water bottle, they are a bit too short for comfort. Secure enough for biking and walking, but not running or jumping. Also, it’s a good thing that the hip belt is removable, because it’s too long for me even when fully shortened. (I’m a short guy with a small waist.) I wouldn’t use the belt for school anyway.Verdict:Although I'd take the 5.11 for wilderness survival due to its higher capacity, huge zippered side pockets for water bottles, and superior "marsupial" pouch, the Ghost ultimately seems more practical for an everyday bag. The Ghost is more than big enough to fit all my gear, but compact enough to look like a normal-sized backpack. (The Rush 72, while not uncomfortable, is enormous even when empty.) The short side pockets on the Ghost are a bit annoying, but the "combat vent" back panel is a truly helpful special feature. I'm hoping this bag will last me for many years of abuse, and I'll update the review over time. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not Perfect *by J***E on Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2015* I purchsed the Direct Action Ghost after purchasing the Direct Action Dragon Egg. I gave the Egg to my wife as it was smaller than I like. The size is the only thing I could find wrong with this pack. The two day dragon egg would have been perfect if it was larger. I'm disappointed with the three day Ghost as the shoulder straps are made with thinner material. I can't get my mind around the decision of a manufacturer to reduce the thickness of the shoulder strap padding while making the pack larger. There is uniformity between the combat vent system and the shoulder straps (material thickness) on the Dragon Egg. The same can't be said for the Ghost. IMO, Direct Action loses a star due to poor use of logic in shoulder strap design. 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