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If she wants to stick with her Gregory. It appears that the current aka newer (on their website) Amber 34 is now 2.8 lbs. That's a bit of a shaving off the one she has. Also the Gregory Jade 33 is 2.75 lbs.
I get it. I have 3 Gregory packs...
Have a look at the AARN packs. I’ve walked three Caminos with mine and have found them to be great — light weight, durable, and well designed. I have two versions — a Mountain Magic (~ 35 liters) and a smaller 22 liter day pack similar to the...
if you are carrying all the same gear, you'll still need a large pack.. and the difference between a regular pack and a lightweight one will be a few hundred grams max.
Edit: I acknowledge your pack is quite small already!
Sacrifices will...
That's very true. In addition to the major brands like Osprey, Gregory, and Deuter there are many smaller manufacturers that make really good lightweight gear. Like Gossamer Gear, Zpacks, etc. Garage Grown Gear is a good website to find some of...
Sounds like you are in Canada due to the MEC comment.
For ultralight gear, Geartrade.ca carries equipment from cottage brands like the ones Trecile listed above. They're in Okotoks, AB but of course they'll ship Canada-wide. Disadvantage is you...
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