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A road.cc review assessed Victory Chimp’s Out There Hip Pack/Sling Bag as a roomy, feature-heavy six-litre option for bikepacking and trail riding. Reviewer James Blackwell praised its capacity, construction and customisable design but reported that gear moved around when the bag was partly full and the optional bottle holster rattled and came loose with a 625ml bottle.
road.cc has reviewed Victory Chimp’s Out There Hip Pack/Sling Bag, a six-litre riding and everyday carry pack, and found it offers substantial storage and customisation but has shortcomings in fit adjustment and bottle carrying. Reviewer James Blackwell said the bag suits bikepacking or long mountain-bike days better than routine rides, where its capacity may be more than needed.
The pack is made from 100D Cordura, with a 210D Ripstop nylon waterproof lining and YKK Aquaguard zips. Its main compartment includes a mesh divider and key loop; other storage includes a zipped front pocket, a concealed rear pocket and a port that can be used for hydration or audio. A quick-release cargo net underneath can carry an extra layer or lightweight pads.
Blackwell said the six-litre capacity handled a large amount of kit, but he preferred a smaller pack of around two and a half to three litres for regular gravel and mountain-bike outings. The side tensioning straps helped reduce bulk, though he found that items still shifted and rattled when the bag was only partly loaded.
The review describes the wide wings and magnetic Fidlock buckle as giving a secure fit, while noting that the buckle could be fiddly to release and the webbing took effort to adjust. The optional bottle holster was the main performance complaint: a standard 625ml bottle rattled, and its retaining elastic was too loose. Blackwell said it stayed in place with a 750ml bottle, but the holster bounced and flapped on technical trails.
Capacity Comes With Ride-Day Tradeoffs
The review highlights a choice riders face when considering a large hip pack: more room for long rides can also mean a bag that feels unnecessarily bulky on shorter outings. At six litres, the Out There can carry food, tools, clothing and other equipment for bikepacking or a substantial day on the trails, but the reviewer’s experience suggests that filling it less than halfway may leave items moving around.
That matters for riders who want a stable pack or plan to carry extra water. The reported holster movement and bottle fit issues may affect whether the accessory works for a particular bottle and riding style. The review is one tester’s assessment; it does not establish how every rider will experience the pack or holster.
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A Pack for Trails and Everyday Use
Victory Chimp presents the Out There as both a riding hip pack and an urban sling bag. Its hidden rear pocket is intended for items such as a phone or wallet, while the external cargo net and hydration or audio port broaden its possible uses. The pack also has MOLLE-style webbing on its wings for attaching accessories.
The design includes a large fuzzy front panel for hook-and-loop patches, sold separately in sets priced at £12.50, according to the review. The pack comes in multicolour, black and olive green options. Blackwell said the unpatched panel collected dirt and debris. He also compared the design to Wizard Works’ Oglah and Hobgob hip packs, saying it shared similarities but lacked their level of detail and finish; that is the reviewer’s assessment, not a claim by the manufacturers.
Although the lining is described as waterproof and the zips are YKK Aquaguard, Blackwell said he could not judge the pack’s water resistance because testing took place during a prolonged hot, dry spell. The review suggests the construction may handle rough use, but does not report a wet-weather test confirming its performance.
“The Out There Hip Pack from Victory Chimp is a whopper that’ll swallow six litres of kit.”
— James Blackwell, road.cc reviewer
Waterproofing and Long-Term Wear Untested
The review does not establish how well the pack performs in sustained rain: Blackwell said hot, dry conditions prevented him from testing its water resistance. The source also does not provide long-term durability results, independent laboratory testing or feedback from a wider group of riders.
It is also unclear whether the manufacturer has revised the bottle holster, webbing or other details since the review. The source does not include a confirmed current retail price for the pack, and findings about comfort, stability and capacity reflect one reviewer’s rides and preferences.
Check Fit and Bottle Compatibility
For prospective buyers, the review points to checking the pack’s fit and intended load before choosing it. Riders who usually carry little gear may want to compare its six-litre capacity with smaller options, while anyone planning to use the bottle holster should check compatibility with their bottle and consider how it is secured to the pack.
The source material does not announce a product update, further test or manufacturer response. Whether Victory Chimp changes the holster or adjusts the fit hardware remains unknown; readers should consult current product information for availability, pricing and any revisions.
Key Questions
How much can the Victory Chimp Out There pack hold?
The review gives its capacity as six litres. Blackwell found that useful for bikepacking or a long mountain-bike day, but larger than he preferred for regular rides.
What did the review find wrong with the bottle holster?
Blackwell reported that a 625ml bottle rattled and that the retaining elastic was too slack. He said a 750ml bottle stayed in place, but the holster still moved around on technical trails.
Was the pack tested in the rain?
No. The reviewer said the weather was hot and dry during testing, so the pack’s water resistance was not confirmed, despite its waterproof lining and Aquaguard zips.
Can the front panel be customised?
Yes. The pack has a hook-and-loop panel for separately sold patches. The review lists patch sets at £12.50 and says the bare panel can collect dirt and debris.
Source: road.cc
