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Value
8.5
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Durability
7.1
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Style
8.0
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Performance
8.3
- Access: Roll top with extension collar
- Frame type: Frameless
- Tested weight: 1 lb., 11.1 oz. (medium)
- Volume: 54L total; 39.1L internal; 14.9L external
- Max load: 25 lbs.
- Fabric: ULA 400 Robic ripstop nylon + UltraStretch mesh
- Outside storage: Open front mesh pocket, two zippered hip belt pockets, two water bottle pockets, two ice axe/trekking pole attachments
- Removable components: Hip belt (8 oz.), sternum strap (2 oz.), and foam back panel (1.9 oz.)
Pros
- Excellent fitment and compression strap system makes tightly cinching down the pack easy
- Surprisingly durable and abrasion-resistant ULA 400 Robic ripstop nylon fabric
- Ultra comfortable, as long as you carry 22 pounds or less
- Optional top Y-strap and bottom strap for externally carrying a bulky sleeping pad, tent, or bear canister
Cons
- Unforgiving and uncomfortable if you load it above 22 pounds
- Holds all the necessities for the weekend, but just barely, so you need good packing discipline
- Nonadjustable ice axe loops are a step backward from the older adjustable trekking pole loops
