GR1 was built to thrive in Baghdad and NYC and has been tested and proven by Green Berets to meet the life or death standards of quality, toughness, and performance. It has proven itself the world over and earned its “Greatest Of All Time” status the hard way: one deployment, one event, one trip, one mile at a time. 1,000 Events/year, 175,000+ participants, and 200+ Special Forces Cadre later, the GORUCK Challenge is the most significant quality control program of its kind. No other bag is consistently put through more abuse, and GR1 thrives.
The GR1 is built with a minimalist approach in mind and includes only the necessary features of an everyday carry rucksack: a bombproof laptop compartment, opens flat for easy packing, and built with Special Forces grade materials.
On back panels: 210D Cordura is smoother and won't damage your clothes or irritate your skin, while 1000D is famously tough. 500D is the sweet spot in between.
Proven to Special Forces standards, GR1 is synonymous with the best of American Manufacturing. Each GR1 is built to last and comes with our Scars Lifetime Guarantee.
Features
Quick access zipper pocket under the top handle.
3 styles of back panel: smooth, non-abrasive 210D Cordura, dependable and durable 1000D Cordura, or 500D Cordura for the best of both worlds
Opens Flat making it easier to pack and organize
Extra Padded Shoulder straps and top handle to carry heavier loads more comfortably
YKK zippers with silent, glove friendly zipper pulls constructed from parachute 550 cord
Waterproof YKK AquaGuard quick access pocket and laptop compartment zippers (not on 21L + 26L Black + Gold, 21L + 26L Navy + Gold).
Bombproof Laptop Compartment next to your back is extra reinforced and has a false bottom so that when you set your ruck down, your laptop won't even notice
A removable, hard plastic frame sheet stabilizes the laptop compartment and allows you to carry more weight comfortably.
Multiple Pockets: 3 internal pockets: 1 large elastic pocket, 1 large mesh zippered pocket, and 1 small go-to pocket, plus the QAP and external slant pocket.
MOLLE Attachments: 3 rows of external and internal MOLLE webbing let you customize GR1 how you want.
Rainproof: Our rucks are highly water resistant aka rainproof
Perfect Travel Size: TSA Compliant and fits under the seat in front of you
Scars Lifetime Guarantee: The best guarantee on the market
Overbuilt in the USA
Specs + Materials
21L Dimensions: 11.5"W x 18"H x 5.5"D 21L Weight: 2.8 LBS 26L Dimensions: 12"W x 20"H x 6.75"D 26L Weight: 3.1 LBS 210D Back Panel Primary Material: 1000D Cordura w/ 210D Back Panel and Shoulder Straps 1000D Back Panel Primary Material: 1000D Cordura w/ 1000D Back Panel and Shoulder Straps 500D Back Panel Primary Material: 500D Cordura w/ 500D Back Panel and Shoulder Straps Laptop Protection (21L): Fits most 15" laptops Laptop Protection (26L): Fits most 16" laptops External Slant Pocket: 21L: 11"W x 10"H / 26L: 11.5"W x 12.5"H Internal Elastic Pocket: 21L: 11"W x 10"H / 26L: 11.5"W x 11"H Internal Mesh Pocket: 21L: 11"W x 10"H / 26L: 11.5"W x 12.5"H Internal Cordura Pocket: 21L: 11"W x 6"H / 26L: 11.5"W x 6"H
Shipping + Returns
Free Shipping for GORUCK Tribe members All GORUCK Tribe members qualify for FREE No-Rush Shipping to any USA (lower 48) address. No promo code needed. Does not apply to international orders.
Easy + Free Returns Don't like it? Send back any full-priced item within 30 days of delivery with free return shipping in the USA. Does not apply to closeout items on sale or charity donation products.
Scars Lifetime Guarantee
You Break It, We Fix It. All GORUCK built gear and apparel comes with our Scars Lifetime Guarantee.
1% for Those Who Serve
We Give Back for Every Sale As an American business with Special Forces roots, we at GORUCK are proud to donate 1% of our annual top line revenue to various non-profit partners who support those who serve — this means military, Veterans, First Responders (LEO, Fire), teachers, social workers, and communities such as military spouses.
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GORUCK GR1 21L black rucksack with MOLLE webbing, shown on white background
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Rucking gear in action: soldier in tactical gear crossing stream, forested path, GORUCK
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GORUCK GR1 backpack interior showing durable black mesh and zippered pockets
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GORUCK black rucksack with gold MOLLE webbing, durable tactical backpack for rucking gear
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GORUCK GR1 21L black and gold rucksack with yellow MOLLE webbing against black background
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GORUCK Everglades Camo rucksack with patch on rugged backpack, isolated on black background
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GORUCK 26L Multicam tactical backpack with padded straps and back panel, rear view
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GORUCK GR1 camo backpack with USA flag patch, tough rucking gear for outdoor use
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GORUCK camo rucksack with padded straps, laptop sleeve, and American flag patch
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GORUCK camo rucksack open to show spacious main compartment and internal mesh pockets
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GORUCK GR1 26L backpack in DCU camouflage, rugged rucking gear with American flag patch
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GORUCK 26L GR1 backpack in camo pattern with padded straps and a laptop sleeve
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Open GORUCK 26L GR1 rucksack in desert camo, showing spacious interior and mesh pockets
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GORUCK Ranger Green rucksack with front zipper pocket and American flag patch
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GORUCK GR1 21L Ranger Green rucksack, padded back panel and straps, durable outdoor gear
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GORUCK GR1 Classic 26L Ranger Green backpack with patch and MOLLE webbing, front view
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A man wearing sunglasses carries his essentials in style with the GR1 USA - Cordura rucksack, renowned for its Special Forces grade durability.
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GORUCK GR1 Classic 26L Ranger Green rucksack side view, rugged tactical backpack
GORUCK GR1 USA 21L backpack in Multicam Arid, rugged padded straps, tactical ruck gear
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GORUCK Wolf Grey backpack with AquaGuard zipper and front MOLLE webbing, minimalist style
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GORUCK GR1 Wolf Grey rucksack with padded straps and laptop sleeve on black background
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GORUCK Wolf Grey rucksack with AquaGuard zipper, rugged side view against white background
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GORUCK Wolf Grey rucksack backpack with padded straps and top zipper on white background
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The GR1 USA - Cordura is a camouflage rucksack featuring a small American flag patch and "GORUCK" branding, built to Special Forces standards for the ultimate everyday carry backpack.
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Open tan camouflage GR1 USA - Cordura rucksack with front flap fully unzipped, showing organized inner compartments and mesh pocket—ideal as an everyday carry backpack with Special Forces-grade durability.
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Tan camouflage GR1 USA - Cordura rucksack shown from the back with padded straps and a quilted panel—an everyday carry backpack built with Special Forces-grade durability.
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The GR1 USA - Cordura rucksack, shown upright on a white background, features a front zipper pocket and horizontal webbing straps, inspired by Special Forces design.
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A man in a green hat and gray GR1 USA - Cordura rucksack, an everyday carry backpack, walks outside near a vine-covered building.
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A person puts a smartphone into the front pocket of a grey GR1 USA - Cordura, an everyday carry backpack known for Special Forces grade durability.
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The GR1 USA - Cordura rucksack in gray is shown with its front compartment unzipped, revealing inner pockets and vibrant orange lining—an everyday carry backpack built to Special Forces grade standards.
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The GR1 USA - Cordura is a black camouflage rucksack featuring a front zipper pocket, horizontal straps, and a top patch—perfect as an everyday carry backpack with Special Forces grade durability.
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The GR1 USA - Cordura is a black and grey camo rucksack with a front zipper pocket and horizontal straps, designed for everyday carry and built to Special Forces standards.
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The GR1 USA - Cordura in black camouflage, shown open to display its inner pockets on a white background, is an ideal everyday carry backpack built with Special Forces-grade durability.
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The GR1 USA - Cordura rucksack, shown from the back, features padded shoulder straps and a top handle—an everyday carry backpack built to Special Forces grade standards.
GR1 USA - Cordura
Regular price$464.00
Regular priceSale price$464.00
Special Forces grade materials
1000 Denier Cordura is the preferred material for all Special Forces Rucks because it is resistant to the rigors of everything, including war. It's tried and tested.
Zero Abrasion
210D HT (High Tenacity) CORDURA® on the back panel and underside of the shoulder straps won't irritate your skin or chew up apparel.
Frame Sheet for added stability
A removable, hard plastic frame sheet stabilizes the laptop compartment and allows you to carry more weight comfortably.
MOLLE Attachments
3 rows of external and internal MOLLE webbing let you customize GR1 how you want.
Padded straps & Handle
Shoulder straps and top handle are extra padded to carry heavier loads more comfortably.
Rainproof
1000D Cordura is highly water resistant aka rainproof.
Silent Zipper Pulls
YKK zippers with silent, glove friendly zipper pulls constructed from parachute 550 cord.
Organized and Accessible
GR1 opens flat to make it easier to pack, organize, and find something when on the go. Special Forces medical rucks share a similar design. Inside you'll find 3 interior pockets: 1 large elastic pocket, 1 large mesh zippered pocket, and 1 small go-to pocket.
Bombproof Laptop Compartment
The separate compartment next to your back is extra reinforced to securely take a laptop into combat. The frame sheet adds structure and stability so it's not you computer that's keeping the GR1 in its shape. Keep your most important item of gear safe wherever you go.
Built in the USA
The GR1 backpack is proudly American-made, built right here at home using GORUCK construction techniques proven by Special Forces soldiers in the harshest environments on planet earth. Then we spent years honing it into the American icon it is today.
As an American business with Special Forces roots, we are proud to donate 1% of our annual top line revenue to non-profit partners who support those who serve.
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