Non-Cuben internal frame backpack?

Do you mean 40-60 liters? Otherwise a stuff sack should suffice.

Yep, I meant 40 to 60 liters. For some reason I often don't hit the 0 key hard enough. My typo.

I am pretty happy with my REI Flash 45 so far. It is light, cheap, and comfortable.

When I am not carrying a bear canister or much food I also like the Flash 30.

You can pick your materials including body, bottle and back pockets,under 2 lbs size large here and a review here and here .In the last review by Sgt. Rock he says that the stays are optional and sold separately,that has changed and it comes with the stays.

Exped lightning 45/60? hip belt is great! I guess technically could be considered external frame, but feels no different to me than internal…I like mine and fits a BV500 horizontally no problem! On sale at camp saver right now, order and try around the house, don't like it return it.

I sure like that pack!

On sale at Backcountryedge.com too.

35oz though

Well I saw it was in the SUL threads so I thought 35oz sounded heavy but I see you say "around 2lbs" so I guess 35 is OK

Nice. I think the 45 is right at 2 lbs….I think.

Great pack, I love my 60.

Technically an external frame.

I used to love my external frame pack.

I'd be curious to see how this pack stacks up against the HMG Porter.
both are about the same weight which one has the better suspension
and puts the weight on the hips.
For a long trip without resupply or if you have to carry a lot of water it might
be useful.