Catalyst 22 Backpack
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Why We Like The Mystery Ranch Catalyst 22 Backpack
The middle-sized option in the Mystery Ranch Catalyst line, the Catalyst 22 Backpack is an everyday pack with a tough-but-eco-friendly build. The Cordura re/cor exterior is highly abrasion-resistant and made from recycled plastic bottles to reduce waste and our use of virgin materials. We like the unique 3-Zip construction that lets us open the front panel completely for easy access to everything in our pack from the bottom to the top. The Catalyst 22 features side water bottle pockets, a pocket that fits laptops up to 16 inches, and zippered organizational pockets to keep our small packables safe and organized for our day trips.
Details
- Middle child in the Catalyst backpack line
- Recycled Cordura fabric provides long-term durability
- 3-ZIP front panel for easy access to top and bottom of pack
- Padded shoulder straps for comfortable carry
- Additional sleeve on laptop pocket holds tablet, notebooks, etc.
- Two side pockets fit most water bottles
- Item #MYTD03X
- Material
- Cordura re/cor
- Volume
- 21L (1280cu in)
- Shoulder Straps
- paired
- Waist Belt
- none
- Access
- 3-Zip front panel
- Pockets
- [external] 2 stretch side (water bottles), [internal] 2 zippered organizational
- Laptop Sleeve
- up to 16in
- Dimensions
- 19.5 x 10.75 x 8.25in
- Claimed Weight
- 2lb 2.6oz
- Activity
- casual
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 7 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 13, 2024
Compact and excellent use of space.
I've had this bag for roughly 2 weeks and appreciate the compact ergonomic design that it has while retaining economical use of space in the design. Easy to wear and still carries my work computer and EDC items needed.
Originally reviewed on mysteryranch.com
January 19, 2024
Backpack is ok
I bought this a month ago and when it arrived the zipper has issues making it hard to zip up and down. I started the warranty process but decided that was a bigger hassle than the zipper so I’m keeping the back. Storage wasn’t as big as I was expecting, and there’s not a lot too it, but seems like a decent bag.
Originally reviewed on mysteryranch.com
November 7, 2023
Wanted to love it
I anxiously awaited the release of this pack as the outgoing urban assault 21 looked awesome, just lacked exterior water bottle pockets which is a necessity to me. As others have mentioned, the middle zip no longer goes all the way to the bottom, reducing its usefulness. Not a huge deal, but certainly a downgrade. The top "brain" pocket is a little tough getting your hand in and out of, but never had the UA21 to compare. The bag also sits a bit funny on my back, something to do with how the panels are laid out it seems, it just looks a bit awkward. Lastly, and the most disappointing, the water bottle pockets. Too loose for smaller bottles, too tight for the classic Nalgene. Why oh why wasn't a quality stretch material used?! I know this is a recent release, but I really hope these issues are addressed because this one just misses the mark for my EDC use. Some positives: -looks great while not on my back -black with orange interior is awesome -comfortable -good size for EDC
Originally reviewed on mysteryranch.com
September 5, 2023
Awesome backpack
My last 3 backpacks kept having the zippers break. This one holds up great. Very durable.
Originally reviewed on mysteryranch.com
August 10, 2023
Great EDC pack except….
Great pack overall but big fail on the water bottle pockets. You can’t fit any standard bottles in them. The bottle has to be very slim to be able to use the pockets.
Originally reviewed on mysteryranch.com
August 8, 2023
This bag rocks
I absolutely love my Catalyst 22. I recently had a 3 day visit out of state and only took this bag, and it was just perfect to fit all my stuff, including a hoodie I had bought for my Mom. I only wish I had went ahead and bout the 26 instead. But since my main usage of the bag will be for school, I think this bag will get the job done just fine. The material is awesome and noticeably strong. I love the Triple Zipper system, as it makes accessing the bag easy. For example, if you have something in the bottom of the bag, and you don't want to empty all the contents, you can just open the vertical zipper, and reach into the bottom, without messing up your stuff. If there was any critique I would give this bag, it's the water bottle pockets on the sides. I wish they were just a little bit larger and had some stretch to them like my wife's bag does. Other than that, I really enjoy this pack and it was incredibly comfortable to walk around the airport with during my trip because of the padding and adjustments in the straps. 10/10 would recommend.
Originally reviewed on mysteryranch.com
July 31, 2023
Great idea in theory
I was super excited to get this pack. 3 zip design similar to the Urban Assault, slightly larger and with water bottle pockets! The top stash pocket is more narrow and my hand (smaller female hands) have a thought time getting anything out and get scraped by the zipper going in and out. The inside laptop compartment is floated, which I appreciate, but is lacking the Velcro strap that is in the Urban Assault to secure the laptop. And the water bottle pockets… the feature I was most excited about… they don’t hold even a standard Nalgene bottle. If they had, I would have dealt with the other features I felt were a downgrade, just so I could have the 3 zip design in an EDC. But unfortunately, I had to return.
Originally reviewed on mysteryranch.com
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April 7, 2024
Would adding patches to this bag effect its water resistancy?
March 31, 2024
Are there any plans to release this backpack in wood waxed (similar to the Urban Assault and Mission Rover)? I’d love to buy it in that color
August 10, 2023
Can Catalyst 22 fit a 16 inch laptop? Actually 35.6cm*25.1cm*1.7cm.
August 3, 2023
Is there loop material in the main compartment for organizing?
July 27, 2023
Does it waterproof?
July 20, 2023
Is there a key clip in the top pocket of this bag?
July 14, 2023
I like the technology of what little I can see of the sternum strap. It looks height adjustable and removable. Am I correct?
July 14, 2023
Does it come with a waist belt strap because I believe in redundancy and for me just a sternum strap is not enough. What I mean is I could put one on my self or an aftermarket jobber but why bother with it’s really the manufacturer job
July 7, 2023