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Designed to pack like an internal-frame backpack and carry like an external, the Vargo ExoTi series offers the best of both worlds. Available in three models varying in size, shape, and function, each bag is fully-adjustable and sits on a robust, lightweight titanium frame Read More
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NoTrail
17
Jun 3, 2019
I see the beginning of a resurgence of retro external frame pack action...possibly...it is an interesting design, no?
kyuss80
98
Jun 5, 2019
NoTrailPeople starting to see the benefits, as well as the uses of lightweight metals and such. Not lugging around a steel frame anymore, lol.
I have an old Kelty Trekker frame and enjoy it's versatility but it definitely is a big boi. 65L and weights about 5 pounds I think. Works great when I need it, I just don't use it much anymore. Also it's a pain in the ass when you're trying to scramble over or under anything.
amytys
8
Jun 3, 2019
I just wanted to say that I picked this pack up on Massdrop in June ‘18 and its become a favorite go-to pack. Considering I’ve got over 30 packs, including packs like the Arc Haul and HMG Windrider, that’s saying a lot. It handles 30-35 lbs without an issue (I haven’t tried more). Despite its capacity rating of 46 liters it easily carries what fills my 50l+ packs.
The side pockets are are completely inaccessible unless you stop and take the pack off, the rain cover doesn’t provide full coverage, and there aren’t any straps that come with the pack to connect additional gear to the bottom part of the frame, under the pack.
If you’re getting this pack, I recommend adding shoulder strap pads from Zpacks, shoulder water bottle carriers from Justin’s UL (if you’re a bottle user), and Redpoint 3/4 24” adjustable webbing straps from REI.
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MegaCache_PopTart
23
Jul 6, 2018
This 2.0 frame is bomber. I broke two of the TiArc versions. I married a rucksack to this frame and suspension. It rides like a dream. I've carried it over 1,000 miles Northbound this year from Springer to Harpers Ferry. I'm flipping to Maine for the remaining 1200 AT miles, wouldn't trade my pack for any other. My pack weight is 30-40 pounds depending upon food/water. I fell hard last week, the frame developed a small kink but is strong as ever; I'm even more confident in its longevity now. I've had to reinforce the back/ bottom of the waist belt from abrasions at 750 miles. Broke a load lifter strap at about 300 miles. Just broke the sternum buckle. Again, wouldn't trade this setup for any other.
scope
198
Mar 25, 2019
While I agree with you that its not the "most" durable pack, I think what's only been said - and proven with experience as much as yours - is that's its durable enough. Clearly for a weekender like me, it should be. Having used an external pack early on, then finding no way to replace it as I got older (not a lightweight one anyway), its clearly a viable solution and not necessarily junk. If its technical gear that requires some babying, I think that would be something fair to say.
Not everybody wants a Gregory to lug around.
HikingWombat
44
Jul 6, 2018
What is the maximum weight that can be comfortably carried on this frame,? Maybe I missed it, my biggest issue with the original was the low weight limit.
abela
523
Sep 22, 2018
HikingWombatFor me, the max happy weight is somewhere in the 18-22 pound range, total pack weight. Not that I like to carry that much weight, but that was where my body max'ed out with this pack+gear. It can certainly carry more, and do so comfortable, all just depends on your body and what you are use to carrying.
NJMevec
109
Jun 13, 2018
My request is specifically being thrown in for the AR2. Massdrop make sure Vargo allows you to sell at LEAST a dozen this time?!
amytys
8
Jun 1, 2018
What’s up with the pack cover option? I requested it along with the pack (AR-2) but didn’t see an upcharge.
tenfootpole
11
Jun 5, 2018
I was not charged for it, but did select it and it was in my cart. Hope it is in the box with the backpack when we all receive our packs.
NJMevec
109
Jun 1, 2018
11 purchased and already no AR2 packs left? Would've gotten one...guess I'll have to wait until the next drop?
RenegadePilgrim
105
May 29, 2018
Any women have this pack? If so, what's the fit like? Seriously thinking about buying the AR2.
abela
523
Mar 25, 2018
I have some more pictures of the AR2 and additional thoughts over on my website.
https://hikelighter.com/2018/03/03/vargo-exoti-ar2-backpack/
And here are some pictures of the "BOG", with all of the different pieces:
https://www.facebook.com/pg/HikeLighter/photos/?tab=album&album_id=682227415234418
Hopefully they can help answer some of the questions that some of you have!
https://hikelighter.com/2018/03/03/vargo-exoti-ar2-backpack/
And here are some pictures of the "BOG", with all of the different pieces:
https://www.facebook.com/pg/HikeLighter/photos/?tab=album&album_id=682227415234418
Hopefully they can help answer some of the questions that some of you have!
kyuss80
98
May 29, 2018
Awesome, good to know. Thanks for sharing! Not let's see how I justify this $240 credit purchase to myself...
(FYI: I feel like the Atmos AG didn't fit me the same way kinda -- it just felt... off. Like it doesn't sit close enough to your lower back or something. I felt like I was carrying all the weight on my shoulders and that the hip belt was kind of the same. I've never considered that I might not have hips, so who knows. It was funny cause when I put it on empty originally I thought it felt great. Loading it out later when I was prepping for my next trip is when I discovered my incompatibility with it
I know my Kelty Trekker 65 fits me great, and the Osprey Exos 38 also fits me pretty darn well. I think it's just the AG system. I read a lot more accounts of people saying it just doesn't fit everyone well, which is understandable. I just wish I had discovered that before I dropped $125 on a season-end clearance deal that was an impulse buy.)
(FYI: I feel like the Atmos AG didn't fit me the same way kinda -- it just felt... off. Like it doesn't sit close enough to your lower back or something. I felt like I was carrying all the weight on my shoulders and that the hip belt was kind of the same. I've never considered that I might not have hips, so who knows. It was funny cause when I put it on empty originally I thought it felt great. Loading it out later when I was prepping for my next trip is when I discovered my incompatibility with it
I know my Kelty Trekker 65 fits me great, and the Osprey Exos 38 also fits me pretty darn well. I think it's just the AG system. I read a lot more accounts of people saying it just doesn't fit everyone well, which is understandable. I just wish I had discovered that before I dropped $125 on a season-end clearance deal that was an impulse buy.)
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