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Nov 15, 2012 at 5:54 pm #1928739
Sure Jason. I tested prototype accessories for HMG and provided feedback (I.e. the front pocket). I paid full price for my Porter and my custom Summit Pack. I am not paid by HMG to endorse their products and haven't, say, used their shelters so I can't comment on that product line.
These are not the only packs I use. I have an amazing custom pack from Mchale and would highly recommend Dan's products as well. I guess I could start another thread for that.
Nov 15, 2012 at 6:06 pm #1928743Thanks. I wasn't implying that you were paid or rewarded in any way. I was just genuinely interested in what it involved, but I guess it is difficult to get that over on a thread. Should probably have PM'd you direct.
I am very interested in an HMG pack, possibly the Expedition as it has the extra space for only a 1oz weight penalty over the Porter and this would allow me use it for family trips as well. A tough water proofish pack would be ideal for NZ conditions. I use a GG Gorilla and it is very comfortable, but I worry about how it is going to last and it gets soaked through in the rain.
Nov 15, 2012 at 6:14 pm #1928746So I'm gathering that basically the only differnece between the current Windrunner pack and the Porter is the compression system and pockets? Sounds like the hipbelt, frame, etc. are all basically the same?
Nov 16, 2012 at 12:49 am #1928837I went from a Circuit to a Windrider. If I had to do it again, I'd would go with an HMG Porter + Stuff Pocket, Circuit hipbelt, and ZimmberBuilt water bottle pockets for maximum versatility.
Nov 19, 2012 at 9:21 pm #1929812I, for one, like how HMG has evolved their pack lineup. It seemed like they'd do all this stuff "custom," before anyway, but now it's on the site. Pick your capacity (2400, 3400, 4400) and your feature set (Windrider, Windrider SW, Porter, Ice Pack). Boom.
Now that winter is here I'm excited to pull my Expedition back out of the closet. I'm not sure I've ever needed more than the 3400 capacity, but the compression straps and roll top are incredibly simple and effective.
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