Description:
Aeroflex back system keeps the rucksack away from your back so promoting good ventilation.
Flash adjustment on shoulder straps.
Expansion side pockets.
Integral rainhood.
Shock cord gear attachment.
2 x Ice axe/walking pole straps.
Hydration system compatible.
Volume 35 + 8 litres.
REVIEWS
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Strengths: Strong material, Wide padded hip belt, ventilated and adjustable back system. Integrated rain cover. Price (less than £50 when bought)
Weaknesses: Mesh side pockets too small for a drinks bottle. Bit on the heavy side.
Overall: I just needed a larger pack to take the extra bits you need when you're taking the kids out with you, so didnt want to pay a fortune.
In the shop (Go Outdoors)this pack shared several features of the more expensive brands such as Lowe Alpine, but for 20-30 ponds less.
I always suffer sweaty back syndrome, so a ventilated back was a big plus for me. Although it may not be as ventilated as some, it has made a big difference and reduced my discomfort by a considerable amount.
There are sufficient pockets to keep most frequently needed bits and bobs easy to hand, but the mesh pockets could have been a bit wider, or elasticated to take a bottle.
The first time I used the pack was in torrential rain and after pullling on the raincover, the pack stayed dry as a bone. In lighter showers, there has been no hint of leaks yet without the raincover on.
Last weekend I ended up carrying most of the families waterproofs etc so had to use the full 43l capacity. After a bit of fiddling to get the pack adjusted properly I have to say it was really quite comfortable, and I hardly felt like I was carrying half our outdoor wardrobe.
All the straps and buckles seem good quality.
All in all I'm very pleased with it.
Performance
80%
Reliability
80%
Value
100%
Overall Rating
87%
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