Review: The Silo Crew Drop One – A Perfect Drop Bag for Long Ultras
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Last week, I finally got my shipment from SILO, and this was one I’d been genuinely excited about.
I’d seen their bags pop up a few times and always thought they’d be a great fit for my race-day needs.
Turns out, I was right. The SILO Crew Drop One is exactly what I’ve been looking for in a crew bag or drop bag setup.
First Impressions
When I opened the box, I was a little surprised by how compact the bag looked. Somehow, despite clearly listed dimensions on the website, I had imagined something a bit bigger. But after putting it to use, I realized Silo absolutely nailed the sizing.
For context, the Tahoe 200 has a drop bag size limit of 16” x 24” x 14”.
The Crew Drop One comes in at 18” x 11” x 8”, with a capacity of 26 liters—right in that sweet spot.
Silo even describes it as “compact,” and that’s the perfect word.
It’s not bulky or oversized, but it holds exactly what you need.
Field Test: 30-Mile Training Run
This past Sunday, I packed it for 30-mile training run. I packed it as if I were heading to an actual event: nutrition, hydration, headlamp, layers, extra socks, towel, shoes, and other essentials.
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Everything fit— and stayed organized.
The internal layout is super well thought-out:
Nine mesh pockets lining the interior sides
Two larger zippered pockets inside the lid
An external zip pocket for quick-access items
A separate lined shoe compartment that easily fit my large 12.5 shoes.
It felt like every item had its place. No digging around, no mess. This is going to be crucial when I am sleep deprived at 3AM, 160 miles into a race, looking for my spare battery.
Built for the Chaos of Ultras
The exterior is made from a durable, water-resistant material—a must when your bag is getting hauled through mountains, tossed around by volunteers, or exposed to unpredictable weather. They also make some really nice 5L dry bags that fit nicely into the Crew Drop One to give full rain protection for certain items. It has multiple grab handles and a shoulder strap, giving you or your crew flexible carry options, especially for remote aid stations that require a hike in.
Final Thoughts
I’m seriously impressed. The Silo Crew Drop One is going to be a staple in my gear lineup—not just for crew-supported races, but also as my drop bags for the Tahoe 200 this June.
The smaller overall footprint makes it perfect for travel and weekend getaways, too.
My plan is to pre-pack these bags and use them like packing cubes, stacking them into a larger suitcase for easy airport travel.
Silo clearly understands the needs of endurance athletes and their crews.
This bag was built by people who get it—and it shows.
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