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Michael Mattalo replied to the thread Backpack Replacement Recos?.Thanks. That may be our best bet. I find even the larger shops (MEC) favour one brand or have limited selection. -
I think your best bet is to go to an outdoor outfitter store with your wife, your existing Gregory packs, and a luggage scale. If you're in the States, REI is a good store. If in Canada, MEC or VPO. Elsewhere, not sure what stores. They'll...
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I use an Osprey Talon 33, which I am very happy with. It weighs about 990 g plus 100 g for a rain cover. However, it would be a mistake to save a few hundred grams but sacrifice any small degree of comfort.
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Osprey Stratus 34L weighs like 3 lbs and is my go to. I like Osprey because when they break they send me a new one for free (well I pay for shipping to them). I am a bit of a fanboy. They last about 5-7 caminos. -
Michael Mattalo replied to the thread Backpack Replacement Recos?.Thank you. We are at the exploratory stage. Agree confort and fit is important. We may do nothing. We don’t walk until late Sep.
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Michael Mattalo replied to the thread Backpack Replacement Recos?.Yes, they are comfortable. The goal here is to reduce as many grams as possible, especially for my wife.
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Looking to replace our packs for our upcoming Camino. Primary motivation is something lighter, especially for my wife. Currently I have Gregory Stout 35L at 1,550g (3.4 pounds) and my wife has Gregory Amber 34L at 1,450g (3.2 pounds). Size and...
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