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Adding storage volume to my packs

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PostedApr 24, 2020 at 2:42 pm

My packs are:

3 SEASON-> Osprey EXOS 58 (size L, 61 L.)

WINTER-> Deuter Air Contact Light 65+10

Additions:

1. SIDE POCKETS-> for better organization i.e. 1st Aid, water treatment kit, stove and fuel, potty kit, toilet kit

2. “WET RIB” FRONT POUCH-> suspended off lower shoulder strap webbing – map & compass, GPS, bug repellant, mini headlamp, snacks, electrolyte bike bottle (in attached  bottle pouch) Light “Seek Outside” pouch on EXOS, heavier Dana Wet Rib on Deuter.

3.CAMERA POUCH->on left shoulder strap

Yes, a few more ounces but far better organization for easy accessibility. I’ve tried a “naked pack” and don’t like it. Too much digging around in the main compartment for small items.

 

PostedApr 25, 2020 at 4:11 pm

Did you MYOG these additions? Why not include a picture of that instead of just a link to REI. That would be more interesting.

David U BPL Member
PostedApr 25, 2020 at 4:35 pm

Zpacks has a front pocket that is fairly reasonable in price and very light.  I find that it is better than the Wet Rib in how it attaches.

I also use a Seek Outside bottle holster which I attach to my hip belt which frees up the side pockets on the pack.  This is one of those cases where I will carry a bit of extra weight of the convenience.

HkNewman BPL Member
PostedApr 26, 2020 at 4:22 pm

Didn’t one of M Clellands books mention some sort of stuff sack secured outside to the straps (which Ospreys usually have plenty of)?

Could be a way of getting an extra half season or couple days out of one pack.  Guessing some light clothing or other really light stuff to be best, as not to throw the packs load handling off.

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