L.L. Bean Mt. Washington

Review Date
February 18, 2002

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Visitors rate this review
3.00 of 5, 2 votes

Reviewed by: stagg(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Spokane, WA

Price Paid:  $150.00 at LL Bean

Summary:
Great Backpack! Lots of room is its middle name. There is a spot for everything. Very comfortable and ergonomically fits every contour of your back and lumbar. Excellent at repelling water. Does not need a waterproof cover unless you are in a downpour. For the money, you can't beat this pack

Customer Service:
LL Bean is second to none.

Similar Products Used:
None

Review Date
April 6, 2001

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Visitors rate this review
1.00 of 5, 1 votes

Reviewed by: Michael(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Charlotte,NC

Price Paid:  $165.00 at LL.Bean

Summary:
This pack is a great pack. I have owned this pack for about 4 years and use it about six times a year. It has never caused any problems. It has so many pockets that there is always enough space for everything. If you dont carry much then you can remove the external pockets to save on weight. I have used this pack to backpack 100+miles on several occasions and its great. It vents well unlike any other internal packs. If you want to save your money for something else, and still want a great pack, then i recommend this one.

Customer Service:
Never need any service, but when I bought it they were very helpful.

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camptrails-internal
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northface

Review Date
August 22, 2000

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: Aaron Abraham(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Chatham, IL, USA

Price Paid:  $158.00 at L.L. Bean Catalog

Summary:
An outstanding pack!!! I have taken this pack on three 10-day backpacking trips while carrying 50+ pounds on each trip. The pack carries the weight extremely well and fits my back very comfortably.
Despite claims that internal frame packs lack ventilation, this pack somehow overcomes it. While wearing the pack, my back has always remained nearly the same temperature as the rest of my body. It may be due to the design of the foam padding.
I have only experienced one minor problem with it. The buckle on the waist straps allows a slight amount of slipping, forcing you to tighten it frequently. I am sure that the buckle could be replaced. Of course it may be caused by the weight I carry in it or hopping over obstacles and rocks on the trail.

Similar Products Used:
None

Review Date
June 29, 2000

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: Nick(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Westborough, MA

Summary:
This is a great Backpack. It can adjust from smaller to larger loads. It has side pockets that are great for keeping things you need to get at quuickly (Map, Guidebook, etc.) It is comfortable. I have had mine for 1 1/2 years and it works great for 2-5 day trips in the White Mountains.

Similar Products Used:
None

Review Date
February 18, 2000

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: Dave(Unregistered User) ,  Mountaineer , from Canton, NY, USA

Summary:
I love this backapck, it has served me well from Costa Rica to Mount Washington (in the winter)! I originally bought this backapack before I was really into backpacking and climbing mountains and I like the low price. For a whille I thought I was going to get a more popular brand (more reputable for packs). After I got into it I realized it fits my back well and I have no problems with it. My friends always complain with other brands that cost 400+ so I don't see why I should change. I recommmend it especially because you can take the money you saved and buy a bunch of new SHINY GEAR!

Customer Service:
No need

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Arcteryx Bora 60, Lowe Alpine Contour