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Dave, you could get red socks to match! What other red clothing item could you get to match? I like the outdoorsy green.
Yeah, red socks and a man thong to match; that's me all over.
If it is too red, why does it look so black?
Black is the new red!
If it is too red, why does it look so black?
Exactly!
I hate to say it, but this alleged red backpack is far too black, and to call the other packs grey and green is a blatant case of first world denial.
The OP had better worry about a decent hat to prevent sunstroke.
Nope, not denial at all. The pics are just a partial sample of the whole backpack that you don't get to see all at once. And having walked across Death Valley and living in a high desert climate, I definitely know how to keep my noggin from frying
What was it HH the Dalai Lama wrote? Something about doing a new or challenging thing every day? I take this to mean, moving outside the comfortable, known and familiar routines and accepting change. It ain't easy, esp when applied to age-related changes, but perhaps it is good to be challenged, even in this fluoro colour way? For what it's worth, I like the vivid red & black, but that's me. Have fun deciding!The front of the pack has a big, black mesh main pocket. The sides and top (which has a tall extendable collar) is all red.
Also, there are two methods of closing the main bag. The method pictured is with the top rolled and fastened. I fold the top over in the more traditional manner, and the red material extends down halfway over that main outside black mesh pocket. So once the top is fastened down, there is even more red visible.
Well, too red or not too red that is the question.
Answer: take it and have a lovely camino.
Dave, with all respect, I would choose option one.
I actually think the pack looks gorgeous.
But if it really bother you, change it. Follow your own advice and use what works for you in the Camino.
But it is sooooo preeeeettyyyyy!!!Yeah. .It wasn't the amount of red material, just the color of the material that is red
What was it HH the Dalai Lama wrote? Something about doing a new or challenging thing every day? I take this to mean, moving outside the comfortable, known and familiar routines and accepting change. It ain't easy, esp when applied to age-related changes, but perhaps it is good to be challenged, even in this fluoro colour way? For what it's worth, I like the vivid red & black, but that's me. Have fun deciding!
Yes, from Latin, related to "life," "living/alive.""Vivid".. . now that's a good adjective for this color.
But it is sooooo preeeeettyyyyy!!!
That was my very first thought, too!While I sympathize, here's the color REI had in stock for the Women's Jade 38. My thinking is that it will be easier for rescuers to spot me in an emergency. View attachment 59212View attachment 59212
You'd better be careful, Dave or you might get your first hand slap from the mods!Yeah, red socks and a man thong to match; that's me all over.
If you wish to represent the country of Albania, their flag is exclusively red and black.The front of the pack has a big, black mesh main pocket. The sides and top (which has a tall extendable collar) is all red.
Also, there are two methods of closing the main bag. The method pictured is with the top rolled and fastened. I fold the top over in the more traditional manner, and the red material extends down halfway over that main outside black mesh pocket. So once the top is fastened down, there is even more red visible.
Yes, red socks give me goose bumps...but then I admit to being an addict on the "Not Serious" thread.Dave, you could get red socks to match! What other red clothing item could you get to match? I like the outdoorsy green.
I think you spelled "tale" wrong.The adventures of Vivid Dave bugging on the Camino
I'd surely follow that tale
Its fabulous. It would be my first choice of colours. Remember "red goes faster" - in cars anyway. My backpack is the brightest aqua with yellow trim. It was heavily reduced, probably because of the colour but I reckon it will work like a hi-vis vest.This post is about an unabashedly silly First World problem.
After a few thousand miles of hard use, I decided to retire my Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack. For a variety of reasons I decided to replace it with a ULA Circuit backpack to use for weekend backpacking and the upcoming Camino in October.
A few weeks ago, I had purchased a ULA Circuit (in blue) for Jill. I had ordered her's with the 'S' shaped shoulder straps. Although hers is a smaller frame length, when I tried it on I really liked the feel of those S straps. Compared to the 'J' shaped straps that were on my previous ULA Circuit, (also retired) I find the 'S' shape to fit even better, so that is what I ordered for my new Circuit.
Yes!!. . the Circuit feels as comfortable as I remember; it fits great, and the S straps make the shoulder harness a comfortable wear. I also have always loved the hipbelts on ULA backpacks because they have four primary adjustment/tension straps instead of two, which really helps to get a dialed-in fit to the hips. This is a backpack that is perfect for handling load weights of under 25 pounds. For my typical Camino load weight of 11 to 12 pounds, the Circuit will almost be unnoticed on my back.
But, the colorIt is really, really red. A bright, near fluorescent, cherry red.
I had thought the red had looked more., well, subdued online; more on the darker side. Sorta the same red that I remember my old Dana Designs backpack having been ( now THAT was an OK red). So, I am pondering whether to
So fellow members, what do you think?
- Suck it up, Buttercup.
- Exchange the Circuit for the green color I am used to with my previous ULA backpacks.
- Exchange the Circuit for the gray color, which is what I have gotten used to with my Gossamer Gear backpacks.
I warned ya this post was horrendously First World foolishness
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So muvh easier to see on the luggage conveyor
Easy to spot, though, it someone tried to abscond with it.
While I sympathize, here's the color REI had in stock for the Women's Jade 38. My thinking is that it will be easier for rescuers to spot me in an emergency. View attachment 59212View attachment 59212
You are right. This is a first world problem. There will be advantages to having the bright color, baggage claim for example.This post is about an unabashedly silly First World problem.
After a few thousand miles of hard use, I decided to retire my Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack. For a variety of reasons I decided to replace it with a ULA Circuit backpack to use for weekend backpacking and the upcoming Camino in October.
A few weeks ago, I had purchased a ULA Circuit (in blue) for Jill. I had ordered her's with the 'S' shaped shoulder straps. Although hers is a smaller frame length, when I tried it on I really liked the feel of those S straps. Compared to the 'J' shaped straps that were on my previous ULA Circuit, (also retired) I find the 'S' shape to fit even better, so that is what I ordered for my new Circuit.
Yes!!. . the Circuit feels as comfortable as I remember; it fits great, and the S straps make the shoulder harness a comfortable wear. I also have always loved the hipbelts on ULA backpacks because they have four primary adjustment/tension straps instead of two, which really helps to get a dialed-in fit to the hips. This is a backpack that is perfect for handling load weights of under 25 pounds. For my typical Camino load weight of 11 to 12 pounds, the Circuit will almost be unnoticed on my back.
But, the colorIt is really, really red. A bright, near fluorescent, cherry red.
I had thought the red had looked more., well, subdued online; more on the darker side. Sorta the same red that I remember my old Dana Designs backpack having been ( now THAT was an OK red). So, I am pondering whether to
So fellow members, what do you think?
- Suck it up, Buttercup.
- Exchange the Circuit for the green color I am used to with my previous ULA backpacks.
- Exchange the Circuit for the gray color, which is what I have gotten used to with my Gossamer Gear backpacks.
I warned ya this post was horrendously First World foolishness
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This post is about an unabashedly silly First World problem.
After a few thousand miles of hard use, I decided to retire my Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack. For a variety of reasons I decided to replace it with a ULA Circuit backpack to use for weekend backpacking and the upcoming Camino in October.
A few weeks ago, I had purchased a ULA Circuit (in blue) for Jill. I had ordered her's with the 'S' shaped shoulder straps. Although hers is a smaller frame length, when I tried it on I really liked the feel of those S straps. Compared to the 'J' shaped straps that were on my previous ULA Circuit, (also retired) I find the 'S' shape to fit even better, so that is what I ordered for my new Circuit.
Yes!!. . the Circuit feels as comfortable as I remember; it fits great, and the S straps make the shoulder harness a comfortable wear. I also have always loved the hipbelts on ULA backpacks because they have four primary adjustment/tension straps instead of two, which really helps to get a dialed-in fit to the hips. This is a backpack that is perfect for handling load weights of under 25 pounds. For my typical Camino load weight of 11 to 12 pounds, the Circuit will almost be unnoticed on my back.
But, the colorIt is really, really red. A bright, near fluorescent, cherry red.
I had thought the red had looked more., well, subdued online; more on the darker side. Sorta the same red that I remember my old Dana Designs backpack having been ( now THAT was an OK red). So, I am pondering whether to
So fellow members, what do you think?
- Suck it up, Buttercup.
- Exchange the Circuit for the green color I am used to with my previous ULA backpacks.
- Exchange the Circuit for the gray color, which is what I have gotten used to with my Gossamer Gear backpacks.
I warned ya this post was horrendously First World foolishness
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This post made me laugh out loud. It's the chest hair and the bow tie, I think. Thanks for the giggle.
This is what carrying a red easter egg looks like.
Nothing to worry about in the grand scheme of things.
But it will be easier to spot if someone tries to run off with itThis post is about an unabashedly silly First World problem.
After a few thousand miles of hard use, I decided to retire my Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack. For a variety of reasons I decided to replace it with a ULA Circuit backpack to use for weekend backpacking and the upcoming Camino in October.
A few weeks ago, I had purchased a ULA Circuit (in blue) for Jill. I had ordered her's with the 'S' shaped shoulder straps. Although hers is a smaller frame length, when I tried it on I really liked the feel of those S straps. Compared to the 'J' shaped straps that were on my previous ULA Circuit, (also retired) I find the 'S' shape to fit even better, so that is what I ordered for my new Circuit.
Yes!!. . the Circuit feels as comfortable as I remember; it fits great, and the S straps make the shoulder harness a comfortable wear. I also have always loved the hipbelts on ULA backpacks because they have four primary adjustment/tension straps instead of two, which really helps to get a dialed-in fit to the hips. This is a backpack that is perfect for handling load weights of under 25 pounds. For my typical Camino load weight of 11 to 12 pounds, the Circuit will almost be unnoticed on my back.
But, the colorIt is really, really red. A bright, near fluorescent, cherry red.
I had thought the red had looked more., well, subdued online; more on the darker side. Sorta the same red that I remember my old Dana Designs backpack having been ( now THAT was an OK red). So, I am pondering whether to
So fellow members, what do you think?
- Suck it up, Buttercup.
- Exchange the Circuit for the green color I am used to with my previous ULA backpacks.
- Exchange the Circuit for the gray color, which is what I have gotten used to with my Gossamer Gear backpacks.
I warned ya this post was horrendously First World foolishness
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Mike Savage is very wise but we can disagree. I lean towards visibility when on the Camino because of “Road Walking” and fast cars.This post is about an unabashedly silly First World problem.
After a few thousand miles of hard use, I decided to retire my Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack. For a variety of reasons I decided to replace it with a ULA Circuit backpack to use for weekend backpacking and the upcoming Camino in October.
A few weeks ago, I had purchased a ULA Circuit (in blue) for Jill. I had ordered her's with the 'S' shaped shoulder straps. Although hers is a smaller frame length, when I tried it on I really liked the feel of those S straps. Compared to the 'J' shaped straps that were on my previous ULA Circuit, (also retired) I find the 'S' shape to fit even better, so that is what I ordered for my new Circuit.
Yes!!. . the Circuit feels as comfortable as I remember; it fits great, and the S straps make the shoulder harness a comfortable wear. I also have always loved the hipbelts on ULA backpacks because they have four primary adjustment/tension straps instead of two, which really helps to get a dialed-in fit to the hips. This is a backpack that is perfect for handling load weights of under 25 pounds. For my typical Camino load weight of 11 to 12 pounds, the Circuit will almost be unnoticed on my back.
But, the colorIt is really, really red. A bright, near fluorescent, cherry red.
I had thought the red had looked more., well, subdued online; more on the darker side. Sorta the same red that I remember my old Dana Designs backpack having been ( now THAT was an OK red). So, I am pondering whether to
So fellow members, what do you think?
- Suck it up, Buttercup.
- Exchange the Circuit for the green color I am used to with my previous ULA backpacks.
- Exchange the Circuit for the gray color, which is what I have gotten used to with my Gossamer Gear backpacks.
I warned ya this post was horrendously First World foolishness
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You make me think of... "visions of sugar plums dance in her head".
If you hate it, exchange it However, I agree red is a safe choice for being seen . I think it looks coolThis post is about an unabashedly silly First World problem.
After a few thousand miles of hard use, I decided to retire my Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack. For a variety of reasons I decided to replace it with a ULA Circuit backpack to use for weekend backpacking and the upcoming Camino in October.
A few weeks ago, I had purchased a ULA Circuit (in blue) for Jill. I had ordered her's with the 'S' shaped shoulder straps. Although hers is a smaller frame length, when I tried it on I really liked the feel of those S straps. Compared to the 'J' shaped straps that were on my previous ULA Circuit, (also retired) I find the 'S' shape to fit even better, so that is what I ordered for my new Circuit.
Yes!!. . the Circuit feels as comfortable as I remember; it fits great, and the S straps make the shoulder harness a comfortable wear. I also have always loved the hipbelts on ULA backpacks because they have four primary adjustment/tension straps instead of two, which really helps to get a dialed-in fit to the hips. This is a backpack that is perfect for handling load weights of under 25 pounds. For my typical Camino load weight of 11 to 12 pounds, the Circuit will almost be unnoticed on my back.
But, the colorIt is really, really red. A bright, near fluorescent, cherry red.
I had thought the red had looked more., well, subdued online; more on the darker side. Sorta the same red that I remember my old Dana Designs backpack having been ( now THAT was an OK red). So, I am pondering whether to
So fellow members, what do you think?
- Suck it up, Buttercup.
- Exchange the Circuit for the green color I am used to with my previous ULA backpacks.
- Exchange the Circuit for the gray color, which is what I have gotten used to with my Gossamer Gear backpacks.
I warned ya this post was horrendously First World foolishness
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Keep the pack. Buy matching shorts and shoes.
Keep the pack. Buy matching shorts and shoes.
Shorts can contrast, But coordinated hats worked for Team Zissou, and why not match the shoes too?Keep the pack. Buy matching shorts and shoes.
It looks identical to packs which I used. I am sure that I am the only walker in the world who found external frame packs more comfortable than internal frame. But we must move with the times.Thanks to all for weighing in. I loved many of the responses, and there were a lot of great thoughts.
This post was meant to be light-hearted and funTo any who interpreted my post as me having a serious dilemma, and that I had lost all reason and proportionality in a world filled with REAL problems, sorry 'bout that. I do question the color solely as a matter of my personal preference and taste, but I do understand that on a metaphysical scale of problems and issues, this issue lies below the concern of when to pull weeds from a row of tomatoes
In the meantime, here's a photo of the backpack I used in the late 60's. How do you like THAT color
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I love the color. As long as it fits you properly, you'll be fine and seen by many.While I sympathize, here's the color REI had in stock for the Women's Jade 38. My thinking is that it will be easier for rescuers to spot me in an emergency. View attachment 59212View attachment 59212
Keep the red ! I always like taking unusual colors that I can readily identify as my own and that assist others in differentiating me from the masses. I once followed a man, chasing him down at breakneck speed because I thought it was my walking friend Lisa! They had the same color shorts and shirt and hiking hat and the same color pack...I had no idea how she got so far ahead of me...nonetheless, I climbed and hiked and ran just to catch up to her...Imagine my surprise when I heard her hollering my name from behind!This post is about an unabashedly silly First World problem.
After a few thousand miles of hard use, I decided to retire my Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack. For a variety of reasons I decided to replace it with a ULA Circuit backpack to use for weekend backpacking and the upcoming Camino in October.
A few weeks ago, I had purchased a ULA Circuit (in blue) for Jill. I had ordered her's with the 'S' shaped shoulder straps. Although hers is a smaller frame length, when I tried it on I really liked the feel of those S straps. Compared to the 'J' shaped straps that were on my previous ULA Circuit, (also retired) I find the 'S' shape to fit even better, so that is what I ordered for my new Circuit.
Yes!!. . the Circuit feels as comfortable as I remember; it fits great, and the S straps make the shoulder harness a comfortable wear. I also have always loved the hipbelts on ULA backpacks because they have four primary adjustment/tension straps instead of two, which really helps to get a dialed-in fit to the hips. This is a backpack that is perfect for handling load weights of under 25 pounds. For my typical Camino load weight of 11 to 12 pounds, the Circuit will almost be unnoticed on my back.
But, the colorIt is really, really red. A bright, near fluorescent, cherry red.
I had thought the red had looked more., well, subdued online; more on the darker side. Sorta the same red that I remember my old Dana Designs backpack having been ( now THAT was an OK red). So, I am pondering whether to
So fellow members, what do you think?
- Suck it up, Buttercup.
- Exchange the Circuit for the green color I am used to with my previous ULA backpacks.
- Exchange the Circuit for the gray color, which is what I have gotten used to with my Gossamer Gear backpacks.
I warned ya this post was horrendously First World foolishness
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Yikes! I met a young man on my first camino that was walking with a huge external metal framed, canvas backpack...inside he had a full-sized laptop. That pack and laptop alone weighed more than what I carried!Thanks to all for weighing in. I loved many of the responses, and there were a lot of great thoughts.
This post was meant to be light-hearted and funTo any who interpreted my post as me having a serious dilemma, and that I had lost all reason and proportionality in a world filled with REAL problems, sorry 'bout that. I do question the color solely as a matter of my personal preference and taste, but I do understand that on a metaphysical scale of problems and issues, this issue lies below the concern of when to pull weeds from a row of tomatoes
In the meantime, here's a photo of the backpack I used in the late 60's. How do you like THAT color
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Are you going to post a photo of you wearing your new pack and matching wardrobe?
I'm working out the details of a red, body-paint spray application right now.
It’s very RED!I must convene an emergency meeting of Not thread contributors.
Red is our signature color, and oft times topic of conversation.
@davebugg; you’re hijacking (our Not theme.
Um, um!
What to do?
BYW what color have you chosen?
Don't worry about the colour Dave, by the time it's got a coating of Camino dust a pair of socks and undies drying from it, and a bocodillo shoved down the back the colour won't matter at all and you will look like every other pilgrim.
Red for the win!
Just beware the many Crips on the Camino!
Cripes, anything but the Crips!!!
go with the greenThis post is about an unabashedly silly First World problem.
After a few thousand miles of hard use, I decided to retire my Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack. For a variety of reasons I decided to replace it with a ULA Circuit backpack to use for weekend backpacking and the upcoming Camino in October.
A few weeks ago, I had purchased a ULA Circuit (in blue) for Jill. I had ordered her's with the 'S' shaped shoulder straps. Although hers is a smaller frame length, when I tried it on I really liked the feel of those S straps. Compared to the 'J' shaped straps that were on my previous ULA Circuit, (also retired) I find the 'S' shape to fit even better, so that is what I ordered for my new Circuit.
Yes!!. . the Circuit feels as comfortable as I remember; it fits great, and the S straps make the shoulder harness a comfortable wear. I also have always loved the hipbelts on ULA backpacks because they have four primary adjustment/tension straps instead of two, which really helps to get a dialed-in fit to the hips. This is a backpack that is perfect for handling load weights of under 25 pounds. For my typical Camino load weight of 11 to 12 pounds, the Circuit will almost be unnoticed on my back.
But, the colorIt is really, really red. A bright, near fluorescent, cherry red.
I had thought the red had looked more., well, subdued online; more on the darker side. Sorta the same red that I remember my old Dana Designs backpack having been ( now THAT was an OK red). So, I am pondering whether to
So fellow members, what do you think?
- Suck it up, Buttercup.
- Exchange the Circuit for the green color I am used to with my previous ULA backpacks.
- Exchange the Circuit for the gray color, which is what I have gotten used to with my Gossamer Gear backpacks.
I warned ya this post was horrendously First World foolishness
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Mine is bright blue. I really wanted grey or a more subdued color but blue was $50 cheaper. My boyfriend offered to buy me the grey one but I thought that seemed silly to spend the money on the same pack just because the Gregory colors are wild. I've grown to like it now. My pack is so small, I got the 28 liter, but on the plus side I can't buy anything. And that's good for my already stressed shoulders. See up sides to everything. I'd say fit is #1 and personally I think the Gregory Jade pack is too heavy unloaded. So unless it's your fit supreme, I'd consider another.This post is about an unabashedly silly First World problem.
After a few thousand miles of hard use, I decided to retire my Gossamer Gear Mariposa backpack. For a variety of reasons I decided to replace it with a ULA Circuit backpack to use for weekend backpacking and the upcoming Camino in October.
A few weeks ago, I had purchased a ULA Circuit (in blue) for Jill. I had ordered her's with the 'S' shaped shoulder straps. Although hers is a smaller frame length, when I tried it on I really liked the feel of those S straps. Compared to the 'J' shaped straps that were on my previous ULA Circuit, (also retired) I find the 'S' shape to fit even better, so that is what I ordered for my new Circuit.
Yes!!. . the Circuit feels as comfortable as I remember; it fits great, and the S straps make the shoulder harness a comfortable wear. I also have always loved the hipbelts on ULA backpacks because they have four primary adjustment/tension straps instead of two, which really helps to get a dialed-in fit to the hips. This is a backpack that is perfect for handling load weights of under 25 pounds. For my typical Camino load weight of 11 to 12 pounds, the Circuit will almost be unnoticed on my back.
But, the colorIt is really, really red. A bright, near fluorescent, cherry red.
I had thought the red had looked more., well, subdued online; more on the darker side. Sorta the same red that I remember my old Dana Designs backpack having been ( now THAT was an OK red). So, I am pondering whether to
So fellow members, what do you think?
- Suck it up, Buttercup.
- Exchange the Circuit for the green color I am used to with my previous ULA backpacks.
- Exchange the Circuit for the gray color, which is what I have gotten used to with my Gossamer Gear backpacks.
I warned ya this post was horrendously First World foolishness
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Shorts can contrast, But coordinated hats worked for Team Zissou, and why not match the shoes too?
Add a red clown nose, and you are all set...
Dave, I love to take photos with vibrant brightly-colored "foreground props", such as this photo from last spring the day after Roncesvalles. I'm doing the Ingles in August, but I'm tempted to stick around until October so your red pack can brighten my photos!
Well, Dave, it was a thread that prompted many interesting and funny responses. I thoroughly enjoyed it!
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