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    Gregg White
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    @gewhite

    Locale: WA State

    I tried some searching in the forums but only found a few items hinting at but nothing decisive. I have about a 23in torso measurement which explains why I have probably never felt packs have fit the they are suppose too. Usually end up buying packs without hipbelts or cuting them off all together. I am looking for something in a 2000 2500 cu in range with that extra large size. thanks for the help folks.

    Gregg

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    Dave .
    BPL Member

    @ramapo

    Gregg,

    I have the same problem. I have a really hard time finding packs that fit properly. Some good brands that work for me are Osprey and Granite Gear though.

    In the volume that you're after, you might want to consider MLD's Zip. I'm eyeing it up myself right now, and, while I've not actually tried, I have written Ron Bell and he assured me that he could modify the pack to get it to fit me. I'm sure he could do the same with you.

    Good luck with your search.

    #1430226
    t.darrah
    BPL Member

    @thomdarrah

    Locale: Southern Oregon

    The ULA Catalyst is available in XL and is listed at 23"+. The volume is more than your looking for but this is a very nice pack having both top quality workmanship and materials. Good luck.

    #1430229
    kevin davidson
    Member

    @kdesign

    Locale: Mythical State of Jefferson

    Ditto about the larger ULA packs like the Catalyst. They fit my long torso better than any other off-the-shelf pack of it's size. In the volume range you're after—My Zip fits me very well. My go-to UL pack. Just tell Ron (of MLD) your size issues.

    #1430238
    Jason Brinkman
    BPL Member

    @jbrinkmanboi

    Locale: Idaho

    I have a 22 or 23-inch torso and don't have any trouble finding packs that fit. Almost all manufacturers make multiple sizes, with the large size usually accomodating up to that length. Only exception is daypacks where one-size-fits-most is more the norm.

    I personally own packs by Gossamer Gear, Osprey, REI, Mountainsmith, and Kelty (sadly), that all fit well.

    Have you ever had someone at a specialty shop fit you? Most backpacking, mountaineering, rock climbing, etc. shops have packfitters.

    #1433963
    Gregg White
    Member

    @gewhite

    Locale: WA State

    I got my ULA Catalyst today loaded it up and yes it fits thanks for the tips guys. And thank you Brian For the nicely made pack.

    #1433988
    Paul Foreman
    Member

    @fish3006

    and the Golite Ion in size L fits me absolutely perfectly.

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