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October 20, 2000 Overall Rating
 5 of 5
Value Rating
 5 of 5
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Reviewed by: Jon(Unregistered User)
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Backpacker
, from Indiana
Price Paid:
$195.00
at packcountry.com Summary:
This pack is up there with the best of them. I really like its all-around versatility. The design is a simple tube, but the side zip gives very easy access to everything. Very well made. It carries loads well, the hipbelt is very supportive. Packs in this size range can be used for a lot of activities. This one you can add a shovel patch to and be ready for winter treks. Only things I'd change are the water bottle pockets need to be a little bigger and I wish the hood pocket opened behind my head like most packs do, rather than right on top. For loads up to 40 lbs., I still think the Gregory Reality is the best pack on the market. Similar Products Used:
Gregory Palisade and Reality, Dana Glacier.
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Review Date
October 16, 2000 Overall Rating
5 of 5
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 4 of 5
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Reviewed by: Tom Wilson(Unregistered User)
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Mountaineer
, from Germany Summary:
After reading the reviews, I noticed that nobody mentioned a feature about this pack that I just learned about. You can buy the optional "Artic Patch" for the pack. That is why the pouch on the pack is removable. The artic patch has ice axe velcro and a compression pouch with daisy chain loops. If anyone know's the price of the add-on, I'd like to hear it. Similar Products Used:
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October 9, 2000 Overall Rating
 4 of 5
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4 of 5
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Reviewed by: Allen Rubin(Unregistered User)
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Mountaineer
, from Olympia, Wa
Price Paid:
$200.00 Summary:
What first attracted me to this pack was that Arc Teryx paid close attention to detail. There are ice tool loops, multiple accessory loops, compression straps, ect. I can easily fit all the climbing gear needed to either tackle a cascade volcano or head to the local crag. Under heavier loads, the pack remains comfortable even for my 5'6" frame. I highly recommend this pack for most alpine trips short of multiday expeditions. Customer Service:
None needed Similar Products Used:
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Review Date
June 26, 2000 Overall Rating
5 of 5
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5 of 5
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Reviewed by: Kelly(Unregistered User)
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Backpacker
, from Pennsylvania Summary:
I just bought it, and used it for the first time on a short weekend trip. The suspension system was very comfortable and it felt like I was carrying a much lighter load than I really was. It has an removable pocket, but I needed it in place to hold my water bladder in position. It seems to have the right amount of outside pockets to be somewhat organized, but still be streamlined. Customer Service:
MEC's customer service was great. Similar Products Used:
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Review Date
April 22, 2000 Overall Rating
4 of 5
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4 of 5
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Reviewed by: Louie(Unregistered User)
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Climber
, from Rapid City, SD Summary:
I have hauled some serious loads for many miles in this pack. The costruction is defiently solid. It will be an investment that will last quite some time. The padding on the back is thick and cozy. The hip belt is so thick that you will probally never have to replace it. It does break in over time. Except for times of tight manuevers, I have not found it to be a problem. The back has various lash points a map pocket, which I use for a Blackburn water bladder, a generous pocket in the lid, and a handy pocket on the back. I have designated the pocket on the back as my pantry. The only major complaint that I have with this pack is that it "squeeks" when under heavy loads. I guess that is better than your bones creaking though. Similar Products Used:
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