Anyone use a Lowe Alpine Pro Zone 35-45

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Sikpupi

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Francis '2018'

• Jun 30, 2018

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Hi. Just wondering if this would be considered a good backpack for the Camino??? Anyone use this yet??? Seems to have good reviews??? Always a fan of Lowe Alpine stuff... still have fleeces. Hats and gloves for over 20 years now. I believe they sold out their clothing stuff.....to RAB I believe ??? I diverse..... any thoughts on this?? Big enough???

 

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• Jun 30, 2018

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That model of Lowe is big enough, and you will probably have room left over which means that you don't have to be as concise with your packing. Understand that a volume of pack that is bigger than you need does not mean the extra space should be filled.... quite the opposite. Aim to pack it with as little 'stuff' as you can so that you have more empty space, and therefore a lighter pack

The pack itself is not a bad bag and is decently comfortable for a full day of backpacking. It is heavier by a full pound+ than the weight of a number of comparable packs with a better feature set. Of course, how easy it is to access a backpack from a specific equipment manufacturer depends on where you live and how much time you have prior to your Camino departure.

As long as you are carefully fitted to match your spine length and hip dimensions, this pack will not give you a lot of grief.

 

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• Jun 30, 2018

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It is big enough. I have several Lowe Alpine lightweight packs, and 35-45 is a good size. My models vary from top only access to side zip access. The zipper access to the bottom of the pack is nice but not essential.

 

t2andreo

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• Jul 1, 2018

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While we all agree that Lowe makes a quality product, and this model appears suitable to purpose, I highly recommend trying one on, with a dummy load in it, BEFORE you buy. Something that LOOKS promising, might hurt like hell when you wear it for 8 hours a day for a month.

If it is not convenient to find a local retailer that carries it, MAKE CERTAIN you allow enough time to buy it, try it, and return it for replacement if not comfortable.

Just sayin...

Hope this helps.

 

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• Jul 1, 2018

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I checked, and my model is a Nanon 35:40, and it serves very well.

 

tpmchugh

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• Jul 1, 2018

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Sikpupi said:

Hi. Just wondering if this would be considered a good backpack for the Camino??? Anyone use this yet??? Seems to have good reviews??? Always a fan of Lowe Alpine stuff... still have fleeces. Hats and gloves for over 20 years now. I believe they sold out their clothing stuff.....to RAB I believe ??? I diverse..... any thoughts on this?? Big enough???

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Used one on my camino in April. Good pack and even when completely submerged in a river, most everything stayed reasonably dry with exception of camera in hip belt pocket. My biggest problem with it is the lack of opening at base although slightly compensated by side opening into main compartment. Comfortable on the back, air zone keeps you dry and adjustable back length very good. I would have no problems recommending this pack

 

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Sikpupi

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Francis '2018'

• Jul 1, 2018

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Thanks all.... what would be a better alternative?? What packs open at base???
Looking at this pack as have a Voucher for my local outdoor shop and Lowe Alpine is their preferred supplier. They also do limited Berghaus packs but sizes were too big for me. Is there a recommended Berghaus I could ask owner to look at getting in for me to try??

 

happymarkos

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• Jul 2, 2018

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Sikpupi said:

Hi. Just wondering if this would be considered a good backpack for the Camino??? Anyone use this yet??? Seems to have good reviews??? Always a fan of Lowe Alpine stuff... still have fleeces. Hats and gloves for over 20 years now. I believe they sold out their clothing stuff.....to RAB I believe ??? I diverse..... any thoughts on this?? Big enough???

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Yes I have the same one. Have used it on two long Caminos. It has the advantages of being both top and side opening. Has a number of convenient pockets as well.
If you want this capacity it is a good one. The smaller 30l one is lighter but less room.
Happy walking
Happymark

 

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• Jul 2, 2018

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Sikpupi said:

Thanks all.... what would be a better alternative?? What packs open at base???

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Where do you live? That would affect some recommendations.

 

John Crawford Howell

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• Jul 2, 2018

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My back country pack is a Lowe I've had for twenty five years and I love it—for deep back country expeditions of 10 days or more and while carrying 60-65 pounds. BUT, not for the Camino. It's not light weight. That's why I went with the ULA (please see my comments above).