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Helix EXT2
$480.00
Primary Color x Secondary Color
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Handcrafted in the Pacific Northwest, USA
Premium Small Batch | Made To Order | Limited MFG Gear Co.
001 — Design Profile
Streamlined. Snag-Free. Fully Modular Inside.
The Helix EXT2 is a clean, focused evolution of the full-feature Helix platform. By stripping back to only the essential side compression system and removing the front cross straps, it achieves a reduced hardware profile and lighter carry without sacrificing any internal modularity or external storage capacity.
The quick-access top-load half zipper delivers fast main compartment entry, dual EXT2 front pockets add organized external capacity, and Nalgene-fitted side pockets keep hydration locked in and immediately accessible. Dual 5-row MOLLE panels inside the main compartment give you the same configurable internal loadout as the full platform. For tactical users who need speed and a snag-free exterior, hunters who want organized access without excess hardware, and truck kits demanding a lightweight high-capacity emergency pack, the EXT2 is the build.
002 — Built To A Higher Standard
Manufacturing Standards Comparison.
Premium materials, independent American manufacturing, and a lifetime warranty.
| Ruckmule MFG | Others | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | Made in USA | Overseas Mass Production |
| Materials | Double-Layered 500D Cordura® | Standard Single Layer Nylon |
| Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Limited or None |
| Quality Control | 100% In-House Inspection | Random Batch Testing |
003 — Specifications
Material & Construction Specs.
Spec'd and built to tolerance.
Capacity
1,300 cu in (21.3L)
Dimensions
19" H × 10.5" W × 6.5" D
Weight
2 lbs 10 oz (42 oz)
Compression
Side compression only — reduced hardware profile and lighter weight without sacrificing load stability.
Features
- Top-load half zipper for fast main compartment access
- Dual EXT2 front-panel external pockets
- Nalgene-fitted side pockets (32oz wide-mouth)
- Dual 5-row MOLLE/PALS panels inside main compartment
- Side compression buckle straps
- Top load lifters and stabilizers
- Top grab handle
- Fully adjustable shoulder harness system
- Lightweight hard frame with closed-cell foam padding
Colorways
Black · Coyote Brown · Wolf Grey · Ranger Green x Coyote Brown · MultiCam x Coyote Brown
Fabric
Mil-Spec Double Layered 500D Cordura® Nylon. Exceptional resistance to abrasions, tears, and scuffs. Built for hard use and long-term durability.
004 — American Made
Every Stitch. Our Hands.
We are a specialized cut-and-sew operation based in Ferndale, Washington. Every piece of gear we release is handled, stitched, and inspected by hand right here in our shop, from raw textile to the final stitch.
You get premium equipment and direct accountability from the people who actually made it.
Ferndale, Washington — Pacific Northwest, USA
FAQ
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Our gear is exclusively available right here, directly from our website.
Shipping directly to you, we’re able to ensure and prioritize quality and control of our handcrafted goods from the very beginning of our manufacturing and production to the end. -
We stand behind our manufacturing with a Lifetime Warranty. It's our promise that every product will perform when it matters most. It’s not just a policy, it’s our responsibility to craft gear for the right reasons, giving those who trust us the confidence to rely on it for life.
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If for any reason you are not happy with your product, you may return it within 30 days of the delivery date for a refund or exchange.
