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Nia Schmald BPL Member
PostedAug 8, 2009 at 2:25 pm

I'm trying to find my perfect pack. It has ~3000 cu in, can handle loads up to 30lbs when I have a bear canister and 10 days of food although <20lbs will be the norm, and fits tight enough to run down hill without shaking around wildly. Hipbelt pockets are a must. My base weight is 10lb give or take.

I previously had an ms ghost which I loved except for the panel loader. But that broke and can't be replaced. I'm currently using an ula ohm but find the hipbelt to minimal and the suspension not up to the 30lb loads.

Look forward to your suggestions.

PostedAug 8, 2009 at 5:04 pm

I am using the go-lite quest for this same job. 30-32 lbs for 9 day trips. It does the job but I think it might be heavy by about a lb. I hav also been looking at the ULA Circuit because it looks like it will do the same job for 1 lb less.

Nia Schmald BPL Member
PostedAug 8, 2009 at 5:52 pm

About the circuit. how well do Gatorade bottles fit in the side pocket? I need the wide mouth for a uv pen. Anybody ever run with one?

PostedAug 8, 2009 at 6:25 pm

I know the 20oz Gator-Aid bottles will fit no problem, and I'm fairly sure that a 32oz bottle will fit as well.

PostedAug 8, 2009 at 7:30 pm

I have a sz. med. MS Ghost in like-brand-new condition. It just didn't fit me quite right and I was going to keep it as a loaner, but if you would be interested, it is just hanging in it's closet. (though I certainly understand if you're in the mood for something different!).

Nia Schmald BPL Member
PostedAug 8, 2009 at 7:55 pm

Thanks Kimberly. But the second generation ghost, when they had multiple sizes, didn't work for me either.

PostedAug 9, 2009 at 8:16 pm

Yeah, it's got to fit! Good luck finding a new one. I am using a ULA Conduit, now, and really love it.

Sanad Toukhly BPL Member
PostedAug 9, 2009 at 8:30 pm

Take a look at the MLD Exodus. 3200 cu in volume (3600 cu in with extension collar).

PostedAug 9, 2009 at 9:25 pm

You asked earlier if a certain pack would hold 32oz Gatorade bottles. Instead of Gatorade bottles, try Powerade 32oz bottles. They're tall and skinny and fit in most side pockets.

PostedAug 9, 2009 at 9:52 pm

Nia, I have the Circuit and only use the 32 oz. Gatoraid bottles in mine. There is PLENTY of room for them and you can cinch them in tighter if you want. Here is a photo of it. (Note: I've modified the Circuit by adding bungee to the front)

PostedAug 10, 2009 at 11:02 am

How bout the Gossamer Gear Gorilla
-2,800 total ci, 2,400 ci main pack body/extension collar,400 ci pockets combined
-23.2 oz in M
-$165
-GG specs say 35 lbs or less
-Y strap for carrying a bear canister
-Remove the aluminum curved stay for lighter loads
add shoulder strap pockets for $13.50, 19g, 30ci
or waist belt pockets starting at $15 bucks each for size small. Weight is 18g and they're 30 ci as well.

In stock in M and L.

Seems to be near spot on with your requirements =)
What do you think?

Acronym Esq BPL Member
PostedAug 11, 2009 at 12:49 am

Anyone wanna throw rocks at an REI Flash 50 Pack?

http://www.rei.com/product/778469

Approximate volume 3,051 cubic inches
Average weight 2 lbs. 10 oz.
Average weight – metric 1.19 kilograms
$129.00

Isn't this similar to a ULA Circuit?

acronym 8/11/2009 2:47 AM

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