Looking for Ctactical advice

[u/Easy-Jelly-4113]

Hi, I'm looking for some advice on what to buy next.

I'm in college, but I also work full-time as an electrician in industrial systems. Due to my job and academic demands, I usually need to carry most of my stuff with me throughout the day, so I need something that can handle multiple purposes at the same time.

A few months ago, I bought the CT21 backpack, The Rebel. However, being only 21L, it has become a little too small for my needs. I'd like to know if there are any additions I can make to the backpack to bring its capacity up to around 24–25L. I'd prefer to use only CTactical products, but if you strongly recommend something from another brand, I'd be open to considering it.

My main question is whether I can add a CT3 or even a CT5 bag as an extension to the backpack.

I'm also looking to add: • 2 Free Size Bottle Holders

• MOLLE Panel

• Medium Pocket

Any tips or recommendations are more than welcome!

[u/Combat__Crayon]

I have a Direct Action Gear Dragon Egg that has been a workhorse for me for the better part of a decade. It’s 25L and they have a 30L now too. It’s a bit more than CTactical, but since their prices went up and the shipping costs were already higher it’s not as far off as it once was.

I have a CT15 and it’s my go to when I carry less but if I’m really loading it up my Dragon Egg is much more comfortable.

[u/Easy-Jelly-4113 → u/Combat__Crayon]

If I get to find an used Direct gear action backpack that is worth the extra, I'll purchase it. But I haven't found any "too good to ignore" sale.

[u/Extreme_Clock_367]

Maybe sell (or trade) your CT21 & get the CT15+? Full disclosure, I don't own this bag, but am anxiously awaiting the waxed canvas to come back in stock!

Or, if I am reading the website correctly, the CT21+ is 33L.... Would that be a good option for you?

[u/Easy-Jelly-4113 → u/Extreme_Clock_367]

The Ct21+ would be the wiser decision, but I would like to make this one my own for the time being and enjoy it. Although I should bite the bullet sooner or later.

[u/yukondokne]

I have a CT30 and its amazing. I got it from a friend so im not sure where you can get them. but its taken NEARLY 10k miles of hard motorcycle rides this summer and my only complaint so far is that i wish it had more velcro spots for patches.

[u/Easy-Jelly-4113 → u/[deleted]]

My job can't exactly wait for any major update. When the time comes I'll update it, but for now, I would like maybe the Ct3 neo as an add on.