Intended for backpacking, although not extended trips due to size, bag offers approx. 5000 cu in of packing space in 7 pockets + main compartment. Main comp. space may be accessed through both the top and bottom of bag. 7 pockets include 2 sides, 1 top, 1 bottom, 1 middle, and 2 mesh side pockets.
scmackey - Nov 1, 2002 7:53 am - Voted 4/5
Untitled ReviewHip belt padding is a bit thing compaired to larger bags, but this is becomming the trend (light-weight backpacking). It really hasn't bothered me too much, if you have the pack properly fitted (this bag is also very adjustable) the thing padding won't be noticed.
I really liked the placement of pockets, more backpacks are limiting the number of [external] pockets but bag keeps a good amount. I find external pockets good because it makes life easier when hunting for gear, in my opinion.
The side mesh pockets are awesome on this thing. They're huge, yet have a tight elastic top so stuff won't fall out. I keep a Nalgene in on pocket and a Canon SLR camera in the other, for example.
I'd definately recommend this bag, especially for those of you who (like me) are on a budget. It's only $150 for the largest model (the 75), that's an unheard of price nowadays. Not to mention, the bag is very high quality. I've got no rips, tears, trashed zippers, broken straps ... and I can beat these things up pretty good.