gophere
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3X only way to go.
Need rugged backpack
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3X only way to go.
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Anne Mayer
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Look for options in Osprey (http://www.ospreypacks.com/). They should have a bunch of products like the one you need. I also saw a great backpack on www.briggs-riley.comwww.briggs-riley.com. It’s under their new collection BRX (http://www.briggs-riley.com/category/group.aspx?col=BRX) designed for adventure travelers.
Spikepretorius
Explorer
I'm currently using a Deuter ACT Lite 40+10 for SAR
Light. Comfortable. Very sturdy.
It does NOT come with a rain cover so factor one into your budget
Light. Comfortable. Very sturdy.
It does NOT come with a rain cover so factor one into your budget
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ChrisMartin
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I should have clarified that the backpack I need is for day hikes and not treks, so doesn’t necessarily have to accommodate a lot of heavy duty gear – just some stuff like maps, whistle, flash light, food, water, first aid supplies, etc. The Bora 80 looks great, but like I said, it’s more of a rucksack than a daypack – too big for my needs. I like the Stratos series (http://www.ospreypacks.com/Packs/StratosSeriesDayHikingVentilated/) from Osprey. Even the BRX excursion backpack (http://www.briggs-riley.com/category/productDetail.aspx?id=Excursion-Backpack_BP118) looks interesting. That’s the kind of daypack I am looking for. Thanks for the wonderful suggestions, though, and keep them coming.
Taco_Maverick
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I'll go against the grain here but as someone who does a fair amount of backpacking I would strongly recommend Gregory packs. Its one of the only backpacking companies that ONLY makes packs. They don't make clothes or shoes or tents or whatever. Just Packs.
I have a Gregory Z55 its a little over 3400cuin and it rules. I can easily fit a weeks worth of gear/food in it and it bushwacks with the best of em. Check them out. You can still find 09 models around for about 35% off most places.
Update: Sorry I didn't see your last post about needing a day pack. Let me strongly recommend mine. I day pack with a Mountainsmith "Day" lumbar pack. Its a big lumbar pack 854cuin and holds a lot of stuff. They are bomb proof I have had mine for years and now they are made from 100% recycled materials!. It will hold everything you need and then some for a day hike (I have even done an ultralight overnighter with one). Make sure you get the strapettes which basically convert it to a back pack but keep the total price around $95 if you do some ebaying.
I have a Gregory Z55 its a little over 3400cuin and it rules. I can easily fit a weeks worth of gear/food in it and it bushwacks with the best of em. Check them out. You can still find 09 models around for about 35% off most places.
Update: Sorry I didn't see your last post about needing a day pack. Let me strongly recommend mine. I day pack with a Mountainsmith "Day" lumbar pack. Its a big lumbar pack 854cuin and holds a lot of stuff. They are bomb proof I have had mine for years and now they are made from 100% recycled materials!. It will hold everything you need and then some for a day hike (I have even done an ultralight overnighter with one). Make sure you get the strapettes which basically convert it to a back pack but keep the total price around $95 if you do some ebaying.
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SunTzuNephew
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SeattleMike
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Bighead
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Another vote for Mystery Ranch. I have an old Dana Design Astralplane that went through multiple deployments and is still going strong and currently have two Mystery Ranch 3-Day Assault Packs for my hiking/day pack and for my airline carry-on. My wife uses a MR Sweat Pea for her hiking/day pack. Made in the USA and the MR customer service has been outstanding.
ChrisMartin
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I thought I’ll let you guys know that I have decided to order the BRX Excursion backpack (http://www.briggs-riley.com/category/productDetail.aspx?id=Excursion-Backpack_BP118). I am heavily impressed by Briggs & Riley’s reputation and was very pleasantly surprised to learn of their lifetime warranty (http://www.briggs-riley.com/simple-as-that-lifetime-warranty/). I am hoping this product will live up to their standards.
Mighty Dodge Ram
Explorer
I've owned several top name packs over more than 40 years. I currently own an Osprey Aether...great pack but too big for your use. The other pack I own, and am really impressed by, is an L.L. Bean Bigelow top loader. Larger than a daypack but not too large..although I could easily do up to 3 days going ultra light. Best thing besides the fit...the price. Around $80. It's worth checking out. :sombrero:
dirty Bakers
Conservative
tool pack
Hello I didn't really notice if you found a pack to work for you but if you are looking for American made and Serviced than you should try looking at http://www.toolpak.com/. I just purchased the 'Hiker" and it feels alright so far but call me crazy I haven't used it yet but I will next week When the scouts and I hike Humphrey s peak. I will let you know.
Hello I didn't really notice if you found a pack to work for you but if you are looking for American made and Serviced than you should try looking at http://www.toolpak.com/. I just purchased the 'Hiker" and it feels alright so far but call me crazy I haven't used it yet but I will next week When the scouts and I hike Humphrey s peak. I will let you know.
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6Pins
Adventurer
I second Gregory. I have two of their day packs - a smaller one for afternoon jaunts (or my fiance uses it) and another, larger for those days when I'm on the trail from dawn until dusk. Packs themselves are extremely light and carry load extremely well.
That said, I can't speak highly enough of Dana's work. I have a couple of his bags from his old company on a shelf somewhere - they are still live and kicking - I wouldn't hesitate to pull one down, load and hit the road. The Mystery Ranch Sweet Pea and Snap Dragon both look great if not a little overbuild.
Truth is, once you get to a certain level quality is pretty much going to be there. I would go to a larger retailer and try on a few different bags, see which works for your body.
That said, I can't speak highly enough of Dana's work. I have a couple of his bags from his old company on a shelf somewhere - they are still live and kicking - I wouldn't hesitate to pull one down, load and hit the road. The Mystery Ranch Sweet Pea and Snap Dragon both look great if not a little overbuild.
Truth is, once you get to a certain level quality is pretty much going to be there. I would go to a larger retailer and try on a few different bags, see which works for your body.
