Baltoro

I don’t have any recs for similar bags, but I have experience with this bag type. I started my backpacking journey with the 75L version of this bag for the same reasons you like this one. It’s not a terrible bag but you can tell the weight isn’t being worn as well as it could be. I personally never

Much regret was caused by a heavy Eberlestock backpack. I loved the pockets and organization, but it was nearly 10 pounds when empty and it didn't fit me. I sold it at a loss, but enough to buy a Gregory Baltoro that is amazing, never giving it up.

This is sort of an irrelevant reply (apologies) because im about to compare 2 packs youve not mentioned. However i have a 65L Gregory Baltoro and its 2.2kg before ive even put anything in it. I LOVE that pack. Its my go to if im loading up or packing my fears in UK January weather and sticking the h

Amazon ripoffs and used on EBay will get you started for cheap. If you like backpacking then buy more name brand equipment as you go replacing things you dont like. You can get a full setup of name brand equipment on the used market for under $500. Check REI garage sales. Look for broken equipment a

Ooh this is right up my alley as a shorter dude who was insanely fat and got fit via backpacking. I'll recommend the same pack I recommend to everyone: REI Flash 55 Also own Gregory Baltoro 75 and it is indeed very comfortable when hauling serious weight for packrafting. That said, not sure why the

I somewhat agree with this, but it's better to have a slightly larger pack than you usually need. Just because you're gear may only be 40L and your pack is 60L doesn't mean you're 'lugging around 20 liters of empty pack', as that extra 20L worth of pack material is probably just a few ounces in weig

This is a significant transition you are preparing for. Given your physical stature and the specific climate of North Idaho—where winters are long and moisture is a constant battle—the "biggest" pack isn't always the "best" pack. At 5'2" and 115 lbs, carrying a week's worth of clothes plus a tent an

I mean personally I just use my 65L and make it as small as possible when I do smaller trips like this. I don’t like the idea of having multiple bags so I just got one big one with a lot of adjustment. I went with a Gregory Baltoro, you can take the lid off completely for -10L and it has a bunch of

That's mostly personal preference, so I'd find one that you like. For me, I've had great luck with Osprey packs (lifetime no hassle warranty). My 36L is an Osprey Stratos which I've had for more than 15 years at this point and is still going strong. I like it because it has a mini frame/vent system

The pack that fits. Osprey is a good brand and does not fit me at all. I have very broad shoulders and have had no luck with Osprey. I really like my Gregory Paragon 68 for family trips. I have a 3 and5 year old. My wife uses a Gregory Deva 65L. For my solo trips I love my ULA catalyst but it would