Jan 25, 2023
This is the best EDC/CCW bag we’ve owned. Talk about a versatile bag … it can be worn cross-body, as a backpack, as a drop leg rig, or purse.
Where to get this CCW bag
We found our Ukoala Bags at the Mall of America in Minnesota, but we haven’t seen them stocked in any other store we’ve visited — and after viewing their website, we know why. These CCW bags aren’t stocked within hundreds of miles of our home. Because we like this bag, we regularly recommend these CCW bags to store managers whenever we’re in a survival or gun store … hopefully some of those managers have listened because people need good, attractive, and functional CCW bags. I, for one, wouldn’t be caught carrying 99% of the CCW bags I’ve seen on store shelves. As an active, outdoorsy person, I don’t want some designer knock-off or my grandmother’s “plastic” handbag with a makeshift holster compartment. I want a CCW bag that’s rugged and holds up to my active lifestyle.
You can, however, buy these EDC bags directly from the manufacturer. That being said, we don’t make any commission on this product but we highly recommend it and hope you enjoy your Ukoala CCW bag as much as we do!
Buy this Ukoala Bag or any of their other styles on the UUB website. Or, find a store that stocks these CCW bags and buy one in person.
Why we like the Yeti Ukoala CCW bag
This EDC bag looks great. It’s comfortable. It’s well thought out, and it’s rugged. It also has two pockets with velcro, ready for a holster, one zippered, one with a quick-entry magnetic snap. This particular style, the Yeti, comes in two sizes, standard and expanded. So, naturally, we got one of each. It’s waxed canvas so it’s rugged and water repellant, and the straps are wide and thick enough to be comfortable and sturdy.
We’ve used these CCW bags while on cross-country road-trips, on date nights in town, on Jeep’n trips, while attending local festivals, and more.
We love that these EDC/CCW bags:
Feature two concealed carry pockets
A magnetic hand-breach carry pouch
A zippered pocket
Have a hidden, zippered back pocket
Are made of 18 oz. waxed canvas
Have a mesh back to provide airflow between our bodies and the bag
Include a built-in pocket with pouches for additional EDC gear
Have a front pocket for a cell phone and wallet
Have a side pocket to hold a tactical flashlight, pocket knife, or pepper spray
Come with two adjustable, quick-release, heavy-duty straps
Have various D-rings for the straps so bags can be carried several ways
Functions as a backpack, crossbody bag, or around the waist with a leg strap
Are made to accommodate detachable Kydex holsters
Look great — weathered canvas, muted brass hardware, and leather accents
Fit close to the body
Don’t look like your grandma’s handbag, a cheesy designer knock-off, or a diaper bag
Some things to consider
Ukoala Bags come in several styles so you can get a CCW bag that matches your lifestyle and needs, including the:
Wrangler
Phoenix
Yeti
Yukon
Cowboy
Kangaroo
Double Trouble
Aware
Each style has specific features and is made of functional, durable materials. Styles range from casual (the Phoenix), to rustic (the Yeti), fashionable backpack (the Aware), and vintage in full leather (the Cowboy). And, if you want to express your apocalyptic preparedness in style, check out their Zombie CCW bags.
How this CCW bag impacts our prepping efforts
We’re able to carry comfortably, confidently, and discreetly — whenever and wherever we want — according to local laws, of course. The Yeti style we chose is attractive, blends with the clothing we already wear, and looks like a high-end crossbody bag. It doesn’t scream CCW bag or EDC to the casual observer, but it certainly functions as one without undue attention.
This bag makes it easy to carry a few staple EDC supplies with pouches and pockets custom built to hold them. All this while still allowing room for a cell phone and wallet.
Some of our favorite EDC gear that fits well in this bag include:
Phone charger
Extra batteries
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Specs
As mentioned, Ukoala EDC/CCW bags come in a variety of styles and sizes. The specs we provide here are for the Yeti standard and expanded versions.
The leg belt/strap:
Measures 10” to 22”
Is adjustable
Fits up to 33”
The waist/shoulder strap:
Measures 18” to 47”
Is adjustable
Fits up to 54”
Has an optional expansion strap that adds 16”
Standard:
Eight pockets
Back pocket with magnetic enclosure 6.25” x 8.5”
Main pocket with zipper 6” x 8”
Front pocket with zipper 6” x 7”
Expanded:
Eight pockets
Back pocket with magnetic enclosure 7.5” x 9”
Main pocket with zipper 6.5” x 8.2”
Front pocket with zipper 6.5” x 7.5”
While we've found some bags with similar features on Amazon, and we’ve purchased a few, this bag makes the top of our list.
What should you put in your EDC bag?
It depends on your environment and risk factors. To help you get started with customizing your EDC bag, check out this list of essential EDC gear.