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Last year's gear used?
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Only one trip this year - 4 days/3 nights at around 10k+ with rain almost daily
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I'm in a similar position as B2 and I'm looking for a pack for next year if I do the JMT. I have the Osprey Argon (over 6 lbs) and I can easily shed lbs with a smaller pack. I like my Osprey's and judging my the other responses, others seem to like them also.
I want a pack in the 60 liter range and there are a few to choose from: Exos, Volt, Aether, Atmos. The choice comes down to which features I want and the Volt looks to be my choice. The Exos is the lightest of the group and I'd probably opt for that one except I want a pack my son can also use. The selling point for me with the Volt is the adjustable torso and hip belt. I can use the pack and my son can use the pack with a few adjustments
I want a pack in the 60 liter range and there are a few to choose from: Exos, Volt, Aether, Atmos. The choice comes down to which features I want and the Volt looks to be my choice. The Exos is the lightest of the group and I'd probably opt for that one except I want a pack my son can also use. The selling point for me with the Volt is the adjustable torso and hip belt. I can use the pack and my son can use the pack with a few adjustments
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I was able to check out and try on the Osprey Volt 60 at REI recently and I was really impressed. It reminds me of the "older" Aether series ('07 ish) that had less "features" than the newer ones and was about a pound lighter because of it. Prolitegear.com has a deal on the Volts right now for $135 shipped: http://www.prolitegear.com/site/osprey-volt-60.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;caddis wrote:I want a pack in the 60 liter range and there are a few to choose from: Exos, Volt, Aether, Atmos. The choice comes down to which features I want and the Volt looks to be my choice. The Exos is the lightest of the group and I'd probably opt for that one except I want a pack my son can also use. The selling point for me with the Volt is the adjustable torso and hip belt. I can use the pack and my son can use the pack with a few adjustments
Here's their video overview: http://youtu.be/IhcTNrdmebM" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
I'm still rather convinced that you can achieve more than you've ever dreamed of if you just lower your standards.
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My hated Osprey Exos 58
Will definitely get something new for next season
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Maverick, I am glad you said something about the Osprey Exos 58. I tried it on in REI, and there was just something about it I did not like, even though the weight of the empty pack was an attractive selling point. I am leaning in favor of the ULA Catalyst. It seems like it will work well for an all round pack, for me at least.
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That's a heck of a deal. thanksFeetFirst wrote: I was able to check out and try on the Osprey Volt 60 at REI recently and I was really impressed. It reminds me of the "older" Aether series ('07 ish) that had less "features" than the newer ones and was about a pound lighter because of it. Prolitegear.com has a deal on the Volts right now for $135 shipped: http://www.prolitegear.com/site/osprey-volt-60.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Here's their video overview: http://youtu.be/IhcTNrdmebM" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Yeah, that is about all it has going for it Rich. It is to delicate, the buckles are madeRichlong8 wrote:
Maverick, I am glad you said something about the Osprey Exos 58. I tried it on in
REI, and there was just something about it I did not like, even though the weight
of the empty pack was an attractive selling point.
of cheap plastic, the shoulder and hip padding is none existent.
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If would work for someone carrying light loads and staying mostly on trail.
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I don't give out specific route information, my belief is that it takes away from the whole adventure spirit of a trip, if you need every inch planned out, you'll have to get that from someone else.
Have a safer backcountry experience by using the HST ReConn Form 2.0, named after Larry Conn, a HST member: http://reconn.org
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Have a safer backcountry experience by using the HST ReConn Form 2.0, named after Larry Conn, a HST member: http://reconn.org
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Or you could wait till October, place an order with me, and get it for $105.
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That's a heck of a deal. thanks![]()
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I don't give out specific route information, my belief is that it takes away from the whole adventure spirit of a trip, if you need every inch planned out, you'll have to get that from someone else.
Have a safer backcountry experience by using the HST ReConn Form 2.0, named after Larry Conn, a HST member: http://reconn.org
I don't give out specific route information, my belief is that it takes away from the whole adventure spirit of a trip, if you need every inch planned out, you'll have to get that from someone else.
Have a safer backcountry experience by using the HST ReConn Form 2.0, named after Larry Conn, a HST member: http://reconn.org
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I'm in Mav, just let me know if it's a for sure thing or not.maverick wrote:Or you could wait till October, place an order with me, and get it for $105.
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That's a heck of a deal. thanks![]()
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