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New daypack time, but which one?

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PostedMar 17, 2012 at 4:56 pm

So my old 30L REI UL Jet is on it's last leg and it time for a new day/running/fastpack. I've used frameless in the past but I hate how they bounce when running. I'm leaning towards something like the Osprey Exos 34. I really like how the top lid is removable and that it can be really compressed when I have smaller loads. I also like how it's ventilated on the back to help keep me cool while moving fast. Does anyone have any suggestions for a pack that is similar? I've also looked at some Innov-8 packs but I don't have a retailer close to me to try one on. I'm looking for something around 30L that doesn't have too much going on with the outside of it. I really like simple packs but I'm willing to sacrifice that part if it means it carries well while moving fast. I have a baseweight of around 6-8lbs if that helps out narrow it down more. I understand this pack will be heavier then my current setup but I'm ok with that as long as it works. If my baseweight goes up then meh, I don't care.

Edited cause I forgot to mention this will also be used for quick overnighters.

PostedMar 17, 2012 at 7:35 pm

I have an Osprey Manta 25 and love it. It is my favorite. They make a Manta 30 if you need a little bigger pack. I also have am Osprey Talon 33. It makes a great 1 or 2 night pack, but I feel it is a little big for a day pack. It is very simple and may be what you are looking for, but look at the Manta series too. Hope this helps.

PostedMar 17, 2012 at 8:46 pm

Check out the Deuter Spectro AC series. They combine the benefits of top-loading with panel-loading (it's essentially a top-loader with an inverted U-shaped zipper to let you get to stuff in the bottom). They're also ventilated and start at 24 liters and go up from there.

PostedMar 18, 2012 at 5:30 am

I have an Osprey Exos 34 that I use for weekend trips. It very comfortable for me, but I haven't ran in it. The back is cool and it does have good compression. Straps and belts are thin and cool. I'm not crazy about the side pockets, but they work. I just have short arms and can't reach them all that well because they are taller.

PostedMar 18, 2012 at 1:30 pm

Oh I've thought abou the Zero long and hard but I think this time around I really want something with back ventilation to help keep me cooler. I was going to consider the REI Flash 18 but I don't think my kit will shrink that small but I might buy one and try it out. I figure if the pack is narrow enough then that'll help ventilate as well or in place of a ventilated back panel.

PostedMar 18, 2012 at 8:06 pm

exos 34 (as suggested above) may be your ticket then. i carried an exos 58 for like 500 miles and really liked it. i enjoyed the trampoline back for that same airflow reason. buy it with confidence…

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