So I've had this Jansport bag for a good 10 years now. Was my schoolbag/commute bag off and on during this time. I also have used it on a ton of trips in the last couple years as my "suitcase" or backpack bag.
Straps are fraying and a couple of the clips were broken, but the death knell has sounded thanks to Air Canada getting a bunch of rips in it because I checked it (silly me- but the Georgian wine and brandy I brought back in it were almost worth it).
I figured it would be relatively easy to find something I like that weighs less but apparently things haven't advanced as much as I would have thought.
Things I really like about the pack-
Torso strap is adjustable up and down (great for girls with "the girls")
There is a hip belt that's not padded (these are heavier?)
Side mesh pockets for water bottles etc
Variety of exterior pockets in different sizes- super useful
Most important I think? two straps underneath that I use to lash everything from a sleeping bag and/or tent, to a trumpet, to a yoga mat
I tried out a really nice UL bag and I think this is not going to be the way to go for me. The bag I will be using for a RTW trip of undetermined length (at least 8 months). There will be some light trekking but nothing major. So it's better for the bag to be a little more utilitarian.
Any recommendations for something under 2lb, that is still around the 33L/2000 cu in as my old bag? Or do I return it to JS and hope they can fix it?
