I really like my ULA Circuit. While there are lighter packs out there the combination of capacity and comfort make it a keeper for me. It’s only drawback was with smaller loads like on a weekend or at the end of a trip. The single compression strap up high did not reduce the whole pack and allowed gear to slump into the bottom of the bag. So I came up with this:
It allows the pack to be compressed quite flat and also pulls the bottom of the pack up while drawing it in, further aiding in stability. With light webbing and rings I doubted it added measurably to the weight and now when I am down to an overnight load the pack still carries trim and snug.
