Bando Bag - Tactical Men's Fanny Pack w/Adjustable Waist Belt | Zippered Pockets, Compact Lightweight Belt Bag, Everyday Hip Pouch for Travel Outdoor Running Hunting

I’ve been carrying the Eberlestock Bando XL for everyday concealed carry, and overall I’m very impressed. The build quality is outstanding, the materials feel premium, and the bag is comfortable whether worn as a cross-body sling or as a traditional waist pack. My XL did come with an extender so adjusting for sling is easy. The zippers are smooth, and everything feels like it’s built to last. I carry a Glock 43X in a holster along with a spare magazine. The concealed carry compartment accommodates both without any issues, and the draw is quick and consistent. One thing that isn’t obvious until you start using the bag is that the firearm protrudes slightly into the body of the bag. Because of that, it reduces some of the usable space in both the main compartment and the smaller front pocket. It’s not a flaw—it’s simply the reality of carrying a pistol in a compact CCW bag. Even with that tradeoff, I still have enough room for my phone, wallet, car keys, and a small flashlight, which is exactly what I wanted from an everyday carry bag. If you’re expecting to carry a tablet, large organizer, bulky battery bank, or a lot of extra gear, you’ll probably find yourself running out of room faster than expected or items will be a tight fit and a little fight to pull out. Pros: ● Excellent construction and premium materials. ● Comfortable for extended wear. ● Fast-access concealed carry compartment. ● Fits a Glock 43X and spare magazine well. ● Doesn’t scream “tactical,” making it great for everyday use. Cons: ● The handgun reduces usable space in the main and front compartments. ● Storage is best suited for everyday essentials rather than larger EDC loads. Overall, the Bando XL does exactly what I wanted it to do: provide a discreet, comfortable way to carry my firearm along with the essentials I use every day. Once you understand the storage limitations that come with carrying a pistol, it’s an excellent bag and one I’d definitely purchase again. I did mod the strap to hold the pistol and used it to hold my spare mag.

EDIT APRIL 2026: Still love this bag a year and a half later, and carry it every day, but wanted to flag something for readers. I have carried two handguns in this bag (Kel-Tec p32 and S&W bodyguard 2.0) that all occasionally gave me the same problem: while in the bag, the magazine release somehow got depressed, half ejecting the magazine. This is obviously a big problem, but I think it is all issue that all bags like this are susceptible to, not just this one. It's also yet another example of how paddle mag releases are better than push button...but I digress. For now I carry a snubnose .38 revolver in the pistol pouch, which works fine. I carry even more stuff in the other pockets than I did at the time of the review below--I've added eye drops, cash, my keys, a flashlight, a tiny thing of hand sanitizer, and a few more small things. It remains incredibly useful. Just be very careful about the magazine ejection issue. ......................... I didn't want to buy this bag originally because I felt it was unnecessarily expensive, but after buying a cheaper one and being unsatisfied with it, I figured I'd give it a shot. Glad I did. It is very high quality and rugged. I went with the smaller (non-XL) version. It holds everything I need-- .32 ACP Keltec P32 in the pistol pocket; pepper gel, 12" collapsible baton, and tourniquet in the middle pocket; two doses of narcan in the front pocket. I could fit more stuff in the middle pocket if I wanted to, like money or a small wallet. I will say that the pistol pocket on the non-XL version is pretty small. I think you could fit a Shield, EC9, P238, Bodyguard/Bodyguard 2.0, Tomcat, or something similar sized in there, but probably nothing too much larger. Basically anything that could conceivably be called a pocket pistol, even in the larger side of that category, would work. I don't think I could fit my G19 in this, but I haven't tried. There's some discussion about using this bag as an over-the-shoulder sling bag vs fanny pack. I'm a relatively slim guy (5'10 165), and by extending the included belt as far as it would go, I can fairly easily use this as a sling bag. That's how I usually carry it, as I think it's actually less conspicuous (based on where I live and how I look, anyway) than a fanny pack. If you're a big fella or lady, though, it probably isn't going to work, and you may have to get some kind of extension.

I know most people are here buying this for a CCW but I bought this product with the sole purpose of carrying my action camera equipment and a few other EDC items like my wallet and battery bank while riding my not, since storage is minimum on my bike. Mind you I’m using the XL variant Pros: - I ride a yzf-r6r and this a a great solution for carrying all my essentials while I’m doing mountain runs. - Plenty of room, while NOT looking excessively big on your body to the point where it’s awkward looking. extremely comfortable and easy to adjust on the fly, and my favorite part is how the straps aren’t just dangling around like most other bags. - There’s plenty of compartments so you can keep your essentials separated. Id say the bag over all is extremely well built. - I did get the all black color and I love how this bag looks as well, very sleek and a bit of a tactical look to it. Cons: - The only problem I have with this bag is I wish the zippers were higher quality like “YKK” zippers or of a sort. I’d happily pay more money for smoother and much more reliable zippers. - Not to say these zippers are bad but they seem functional with average build quality. Conclusion: - I was extremely happy with my purchase to the point where I legit went out my way to review this. - Mind you my main focus is a storage solution to carry my action camera equipment and EDC items while going fast on a motorcycle.

I’ve been using the Eberlestock Bando Bag, a tactical men’s fanny pack, for about six months during hikes and range trips, and it’s a practical, well-built option for carrying essentials. Made from 420D Cordura nylon, it’s tough enough to handle rough trails and range environments, resisting scuffs and light rain while staying lightweight at just under a pound. The main compartment easily fits my phone, keys, wallet, and a small first-aid kit, with a mesh zippered pocket and two slip pockets keeping things organized. The front zippered pocket is perfect for smaller items like cords or a multitool, and the adjustable waist belt (31.5” to 44”) is comfortable for long wear, whether around the waist or slung crossbody. The full-zip back pocket (5.25”H x 9.25”W x 3”D) securely holds my Glock 19 with a trigger guard, and the integrated tourniquet sleeve under the main flap is a smart addition for emergencies. At around $50-$70, it’s a solid value for its durability and versatility. That said, it’s not perfect. The tactical look, even in muted colors like coyote brown or grey, might stand out in urban settings, as some Amazon reviews note, and it’s not as sleek as minimalist fanny packs. The included elastic band for the CCW pocket is flimsy—most users, including myself, swap it for a Velcro-backed holster or 3M adhesive Velcro for better firearm retention, as discussed on Reddit. The zipper quality is hit-or-miss; mine’s held up, but some reviewers report sticky or less durable zippers after heavy use. It can also feel cramped if you overload it with bulkier items like a water bottle alongside a firearm. For general hiking and range use, it’s a reliable EDC solution, but if you need more space or a less tactical vibe, the Bando XL or a non-CCW-focused pack might be worth considering.

The bag is very high quality and serves it's purpose well. The zippers can be a little stubborn, mostly in closing the pockets. The inside pocket fits my Ruger lcr and pocket holster perfectly. I leave the pocket open about one to two inches, which keeps the zipper loops from crossing each other and causing me to pull on the loops the wrong way, delaying the draw. I'm a small guy, so I can easily use this as a sling bag instead of a fanny pack, which I prefer. Overall I'm very pleased with this purchase.

My first concern was the buckles, when I pulled it out of the package, boy was I glad to see good quality buckles! Overall the materials seem sturdy and it feels well made and the brown looks fire! It had plenty of room for my freedom seed dispenser, and the essential med gear along with a couple other EDC items. This is my first Eberlestock item, and I can see the future, there will be more!

This is a good quality lightweight bag. I'm glad I got the XL size. I can easily carry a Glock 19 and a spare magazine in the gun compartment section of the bag. The remaining compartments are large enough to carry other edc items I typically use such as my cell phone, flashlight, Leatherman tool, tourniquet, good pocket knife, tactical type pen, band aids, keys, small pill box and a few other things I often venture out with. I find this bag more comfortable to carry as a sling bag and it's easier to draw from in this configuration for me. Overall I really like this bag and am very pleased with it. I have recommended it to my friends and family who carry off body and prefer this style of pack.

The pack itself solves my issues with traditional waist packs, and that is, the main pocket holds my EDC and limits what else I can put in them. The rear pocket on the bando bag holds my p365xl with an HS 507k perfectly. The velcro elastic loop can be placed anywhere in the back area to accommodate most any configuration, and expands enough to securely hold my weapon around the trigger guard. I’ve done countless practice pulls and have had zero snags. The zipper pulls and zippers work just fine, the pull loops are molded open at the top to improve ease of access. It would be nice if there was a way for the middle and front pocket zippers to be closed at either end, perhaps two zipper pulls. This would prevent accidentally grabbing the wrong loop when opening the EDC pocket. The internal pockets are nice with plenty of room for my wallet, phone, two-finger duster, keys and an elastic loop in the top flap of the middle pocket that holds my leatherman. Everything is made of high quality materials and has a premium feel/appearance without looking like a tactical attention grabber. My only complaint is the length of the waist strap, I bought the extender (also great quality) for cross body carry, but I really shouldn’t have needed to. Great EDC bag, I bought one for my son who carries a shield plus with optic. He uses it every day and is 100% satisfied.

Always liked Eberlestock, have a few of their packs for EDC and hunting. Figured I’d give this a whirl. In Canada, the CC really doesn’t apply, so probably turn that portion into a spot for sun glasses, but I went with the XL for the touch bigger size allowance, even though I don’t plan on fully blowing it out. Just nice to have the option to carry a bit more when needed. Durability and build quality on par with my other Eberlestock gear, which is to say it’s tough as hell and reliable. Pockets are thoughtfully designed, with internals for a tourniquet, mesh zippered pocket, sleeves, etc. Fits nice, feels comfortable and stashes away easily under a vehicle seat if you don’t want it seen.

i loved it,the qualitty,coulour,the straps and pockets,the problem was that i didn t know it s made to carry a gun,the reason i had to return it and get also a bigger one for my rog ally. still,it s and amazing fanny pack

Calidad !!!

Bon produit et de qualité

first product from this brand, yes it is expensive but i understood why when it arrived, excellent quality. you get what you pay for, i have it fully packed with different items as intended and it holds everything perfectly, not my last product from eberlestock for sure