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Brett919

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May 21, 2018

I already have a new model Baltoro 65 on order with REI, used my 20% coupon but this is a great price. As I walked into the store I wanted to go with the Osprey Aether 60 (because of the water bottle access), had it loaded up to 48 lbs total and walked around. It wasn't very good for me, it seemed that almost all of the weight was on the hipbelt, and especially at the front of the hip bones which would very likely become a hot spot. Also when I turned a corner the pack wanted to keep going straight, it was very unstable. I loaded the Baltoro 65 up with the same weights, but for a 1/2 pound less total weight, because in spite of what people are saying the weight of this pack, the 2018 model anyway, is good for it's class. The Baltoro was stable and comfortable at 47-1/2 lbs, and the weight was mainly on the general lumbar area, no hot spots anywhere. I have come to realize that Gregory packs work very well with my body type, packs without a pronounced lumbar curve require excessive belt tightening, often to the max even with a small belt, and I don't wear size small anything. I also have a Paragon 58 which I love - up to about 33 pounds total weight though. In actual use I will subtract weight from the pack, I will ditch the raincover, hydration carrier/daypack, and sleeping compartment separator, and perhaps even the lid (I'll have to take a closer look at that upon receipt).

May 21, 2018