Hello everyone, today we will see the Nitecore NUP10, NDP20 and NHL02S sent for the occasion from Nitecore, whom I thank for the opportunity and trust given to me.
Click on the names of the products to go on their official page on the Nitecore's website (NUP10, NDP20, NHL02S)
Official Features:
NUP10
- designed for every-day-carry and excursions
- hard-use military-spec 1000D high-strength and light-weight nylon construction
- coated surface ensures excellent resistance to water and fouling
- frontal laser cutting Molle System from durable velveteen synthetic fabric for modular attachment
- two-compartment interior accommodates various pieces of gear
- fully padded interior protects all stored gears
- interior loop surface attaches to any hook backing and enhances the carrying capacity of the bag
- fully ambidextrous operation with a quick opening pull tab
- high strengh nylon webbing attachment system
- two nylon joining webbings included dor modular attachments
- reinforced handheld grip
- adjustable shoulder strap included for more carry options
- weights only 10,88oz (308,7gr)
NDP20
- designed for every-day-carry and excursions
- hard-use military-spec 1000D high-strength and light-weight nylon construction
- coated surface ensures excellent resistance to water and fouling
- frontal laser cutting Molle System from durable velveteen synthetic fabric for modular attachment
- frontal loop field for patch adhesion
- two-compartment interior accommodates various pieces of gear
- fully padded interior protects all stored gears
- interior loop surface attaches to any hook backing and enhances the carrying capacity of the bag
- fully ambidextrous operation with a quick opening pull tab
- high strengh nylon webbing attachment system
- two nylon joining webbings included dor modular attachments
- reinforced handheld grip
- adjustable shoulder strap included for more carry options
- weights only 10,64oz (301,8gr)
NHL02S
- hook-and-loop holder two-loop holder to secure flashlights, ammos or batteries
Where to buy it
The pouches could be purchased from Nitecorestore USA (NUP10, NDP20, NHL02S)
The Pouches
The NUP10 and NDP20 are two of the four daily compact pouches that has available in the Nitecore listed.
They are almost the same product. In fact, the only differences between the various models are the material used for the exterior of the secondary pocket (smaller than the main), velvety material for NUP20/NDP20 and plastic material for NDP10/NUP10, and the size of the secondary pocket, big almost like the main pocket for NUP10/NUP20 and 1/3 shorter than the main pocket for NDP10/NDP20.
Those with smaller pocket, have in addition a velcro rectangle located above of the secondary pocket opening, where we can attack our patches or, for example, the NHL02S.
The NDP10/NUP10 pouches are available in black or grey, instead the NUP20/NDP20 pouches are available in black or tan.
With each model is included an adjustable strap to carry pouch like a shoulder bag.
After this brief introduction, we will pass to the presentation of products.
I begin by saying that them are been shipped inside a common plastic bag whose task it is to protect them just from dirt.
The NUP10
For the review, it was sent the grey version. The new M.O.L.L.E. attacks in the front is laser cutted. As anticipated, there are 2 pockets and each has a hinge on which there are 2 sliders. To each sliders is attached a small string with non-slip plastic semicircle that helps in opening and closing.
In the rear there are 2 M.O.L.L.E. attacks of old design and sashes (included and removable) to attach the pouch to backpacks or other compatible systems.
Small zoom on the sashes. Note that their velcro closure system.
From the side view, where it shows the size of the 2 pockets, stood out even the plastic D-rings, that are presents on both sides, where you can attach the strap included.
Photo from the top where you can see better the sliders and handle located centrally, at the base of which there are 2 D-rings.
Opening the pockets, you can see the protection for the water. Being the pouches in cordura, they are waterproof. I personally tried to put the pouch under the strong water jet in my shower for a few seconds and the fabric still wet outside. Inside has not gone even a drop of water.
The NDP20
For the review, it was sent the black coloration. You can see the different size of the secondary pocket and the presence of the velcro strip. As anticipated, products are very similar so therefore I'll leave you only to the photo.
The NHL02S
This NHL02S is an accessory that can be attached with velcro, which allows you to add 2 M.O.L.L.E. compatible compartments, inside or outside of the pouches.
I want to clarify that this accessory is sold separately.
Here's what it looks like from the front.
and the from the back.
Here are the "gores" of 2 compartments enlarged only by the fingers.
The internal compartments
Opening the side pocket, on the exposed side, we will have a small D-rings and a small plastic clasp for keys, 3 medium sized stretch compartments and a pocket. On the inside, however, are only 2 stretch.
The main compartment has a pocket to which are attached 2 compartments. Another pair of these magazines is present on the other side, totally of velcro, on which it is possible to attack even more things.
Models with smaller secondary pocket has the various attacks and magazines prepared in the exactly same way, but obviously has less space available.
The main pocket is identical.
Here's a filling proof.
Inside there I putteded the Concept1, the LR30, the LA10, the SRT9, a Victorinox, a small Leatherman, a multipurpose Ganzo, a 10000 mAh powerbank and a 18650.
The pouches was closed without any problems.
Note the 18650 attached to velcro with the NHL02S.
The shoulder strap and belt
As mentioned previously, the pouches have included an adjustable strap that allows them to be worn over the shoulder.
Alternatively, you can take advantage of the comfortable reinforced handle. Note how the small NU05 is housed inside the M.O.L.L.E. attacks
The flashlight can be docked also with the handy velcro rectangle whom the NHL02S
or alternatively you can stick to the secondary pocket's velvet.
Dimensions: dimensions and weight
According to official data, the NDP20 measure 22x16x6 cm and weighs around 302 gr empty. The NUP10 measures 22x16x6 cm and weighs about 309 gr.
The NHL02S measures 9x4 cm.
Afterwards, the photos for a dimensional comparison with a Maxpedition Fatty
Personal considerations
Both pouches were spacious and with many compartments.
Cute and not too soldierly colors, the presence of the handle and shoulder strap, the open from above of the 2 pockets, be a viable choice for an urban use.
The fabric waterproof and abrasion resistance, given by cordura, are further steps in its favor and make these pouches great allied to an everydays EDC.
Assemblies and the seams are very good and I have not encountered glitches or problems using. If I must be niggling, I saw that occasionally the sliders budge in the corners due to the waterproof seam.
The only improvement to be made concerns the shoulder strap because, with civilian and light clothes as the summer's, tends to rub and be slightly aggressive.
About the NHL02, I can say that it is a useful accessory. It's a sin that must be purchased separately.
What do you think about? Should you buy it?