Post by nstone on Jul 10, 2015 9:45:49 GMT -8
Was referred over here by someone on the old Backpacker Forum, hoping folks can offer some suggestions.
My old palisade finally bit the dust, but it was too big for the backpacking that I usually do, anyway. I have a trip coming up in Glacier and I’m looking for a new pack.I don’t necessarily do the ultralight thing, but I’d like something relatively light and streamlined that’s about 3000 cubic inches. Following characteristics would be ideal:
Removable hip-belt and backpanel (for daypack use)
some kind of water bottle pocket that can be accessed without taking the pack off
No separate sleeping bag compartment on the bottom
No trampoline-style ventilation
$200 or less
I have a list going, but nothing quite hits all the marks: Granite Gear Crown VC (on the big end and expensive), Gregory Savant, Lowe Eclipse 45:55 (hipbelt looks a bit slight) Boreas Lost Coast (45 is a bit small, 65 is a bit large).
Any ideas are much appreciated! (I’m also very willing to hit the used market on ebay)
My old palisade finally bit the dust, but it was too big for the backpacking that I usually do, anyway. I have a trip coming up in Glacier and I’m looking for a new pack.I don’t necessarily do the ultralight thing, but I’d like something relatively light and streamlined that’s about 3000 cubic inches. Following characteristics would be ideal:
Removable hip-belt and backpanel (for daypack use)
some kind of water bottle pocket that can be accessed without taking the pack off
No separate sleeping bag compartment on the bottom
No trampoline-style ventilation
$200 or less
I have a list going, but nothing quite hits all the marks: Granite Gear Crown VC (on the big end and expensive), Gregory Savant, Lowe Eclipse 45:55 (hipbelt looks a bit slight) Boreas Lost Coast (45 is a bit small, 65 is a bit large).
Any ideas are much appreciated! (I’m also very willing to hit the used market on ebay)
