Frag Out! Magazine
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LIBERATOR @ "Locker" Functionality: Its rigid, rectangular build solves the chaos problem. When stood vertical- ly, it acts as an improvised locker—a direct answer to the "black hole" issue of soft duffels. @ Protected Storage: It features a dedicated helmet pocket that isolates the lid from the rest of the gear, protecting mounted acces- sories without requiring disassembly. @ Weapon Storage: An internal pocket holds a carbine with up to a 16-inch barrel, secured with a buckle. This is a huge upgra- de over just tossing a rifle case into a main compartment. @ Rugged Build: Foam-stiffened walls and a base re- inforced with three external polymer rails for maximum rigidity. @ Internal Organization: The main compartment is lined and features two adjustable hook-and-lo- op dividers. The entire internal insert can be zipped out for easy cleaning or reconfiguration. @ Pockets: Four side pockets (two with loop li- ning for mesh inserts), a flat top-flap pocket, two internal mesh pockets, and four smaller utility pockets. Every zipper is lockable. @ Mobility: Beyond the wheels and telescoping handle, DA added heavy-duty handles on the short ends for two-man carries and vehicle loading. At 10.9 kg (24 lbs) and dimensions of 41 x 105 x 56 cm, the Liberator Roll Bag isn't light. However, its advantage lies in design intelligen- ce. Where competitors offer a big, tough void, the Liberator offers a system for managing specific hardware. The "locker" mode and the removable insert are game-changers for usability once you hit the ground. It looks like DA did their home- work—this isn't just a bag; it's a gear manage- ment system. We'll be putting a unit through its paces very soon! EQUIPMENT