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Both my Mrs & I have one and find it a pretty comfortable pack for multi day trips. My Mrs added some extra padding to waist strap (shoulder pad straps available on eBay) I don't find I need them.
Used it to carry up to 9 kg. Like it. Few quibbles, like the hydration hose hole letting rain in and the small side mesh pockets. Otherwise very comfortable.
I am flying Ryan Air in May & will not chance poles as cabin or loose hold luggage. The simplest option is some folding z poles (not telescoping, too long) My Lekis fold down to 40cm. I suspect if you try to add extra hold luggage now you have booked you will pay a premium, so invest the money...
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