An enhanced edition of the renowned Sparrow series! A versatile 30 l survival and tactical backpack crafted from 500D Cordura, featuring MAPA camouflage. Drawing inspiration from the popular Raven urban model, the design is optimized for demanding outdoor and field conditions.
Crafted from robust 500D Cordura, the construction offers exceptional resistance to mechanical damage, including abrasion and tearing, greatly enhancing the backpack's longevity in demanding outdoor environments.
The Sparrow II backpack boasts two roomy compartments. The primary compartment (27 l) is equipped with four D-rings on the rear panel, designed for attaching additional gear. A modernized organizer in the secondary compartment ensures efficient storage for smaller essentials. Zippered mesh pockets are located within the main compartment for added security. The lid features a flat pocket that matches the dimensions of the main compartment, about 5 cm deep, ideal for carrying maps, documents, or a compact laptop. An additional small pocket is situated on the front of the lid.
A hydration bladder hanger is integrated inside the pack, complemented by a port for a drinking tube and two loops (one on each shoulder strap) to secure the tube in place.
A two-way zipper secures the backpack, extending along three sides of the flap for wide and convenient access to the main and secondary compartments. All zippers are durable, high quality, and fitted with textile pulls to facilitate use with gloves or in challenging environments. Cover flaps shield the zippers of the main sections and front pocket, helping to minimize the entry of water and dirt.
The SAS - Semi Adjustable System Ergonomic Military load-bearing system is designed to provide excellent structural integrity, superior carrying comfort, and efficient back ventilation. Enhanced comfort is assured through quick-release, ergonomically designed and length-adjustable shoulder straps as well as both a chest strap and a waist belt. The underside of the shoulder straps features a dense, snag-resistant material. A dedicated tunnel on the back is intended for inserting a compatible fiberglass frame (not included).
Both side panels feature two adjustable straps equipped with 30 mm fastex buckles ideal for compression and for securely attaching equipment such as a jacket, tarp, sleeping pad, or camouflage net. Positioned atop the main compartment, a wide and extended transport handle facilitates easy lifting and carrying.
MOLLE/PALS webbing is integrated on the front, bottom, and sides, allowing for attachment of extra gear or carrying essential items for immediate access.
A velcro panel positioned on the front provides a convenient area for attaching patches or emblems, such as a national flag, unit insignia, or morale patches.
The MAPA camouflage pattern was developed by Maciej Dojlitko, who graduated from and currently works as a researcher at the Faculty of Architecture and Design at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk. He also authored the work The Theory of Deconstruction of Visual Communication: Tools for Designing Military Camouflage (Gdańsk 2015). Relying on a solid foundation of theory and experimentation, incorporating computer analyses of thousands of terrain photographs, this pioneering concept quickly attracted the interest of experts and manufacturers specializing in military apparel. The International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce hosted the debut of the MAPA camouflage in 2017 as the designated pattern of the Dromader equipment and uniform system produced by Maskpol, a member of the Polish Armaments Group. The design initially addressed the needs of the Territorial Defence Forces, although the MAPA scheme was also reviewed as a potential successor to the wz.93 uniform pattern for all Polish Armed Forces. Despite this, MAPA has not yet achieved recognition as the official camouflage of the Polish Army.
Main features of the MAPA camouflage in its basic forest variant:
- Six colors arranged in layers that mimic map contour lines,
- Colors fine-tuned for optimal concealment in Central European woodland,
- Application of three-dimensional illusions and anamorphic visual effects,
- Biomorphic outlines imitating natural vegetation,
- Bold contrasting features simulating reflected light and natural shadowing,
- Silhouette disruption achieved through macro-level pattern deformation,
- Micro patterns recreating natural color noise.
The MAPA pattern emerges as a compelling competitor to leading contemporary camouflage designs such as PenCott, MultiCam, Kryptek, Flecktarn, and the Finnish M/05, and in certain aspects, surpasses them by more accurately reproducing the hues found in Central European forests from late spring through early autumn.
Backpack includes a manufacturer's 5-year warranty for assured durability.
