Waist and shoulder straps for EXOS?

If you don’t already have an Exos, you may want to consider the Gregory Optic. Similar design, weight (it’s actually about 3 oz light in 58L, medium), volume, and price, but it includes hipbelt pockets. No shoulder belts, though. I think the lumbar design of the Gregory packs is better than Osprey, having tried the current Optic and previous Exos.

(Sorry, I know that doesn’t answer your question, but it’s an option to consider).

Contact Justin Anderson. He makes them and they are great. https://www.etsy.com/shop/JustinsUL You can also contact him via facebook. https://www.facebook.com/Justinsul-561142244266210/?__tn__=HHH-R

Thanks, Jim! I’ll take a look and now the water’s a little muddier but that’s a good thing, eh?

Based on what I’ve seen so far Osprey still looks good because I’ve been happy with them and know they work well<span style=”text-decoration: underline;”> for me;</span> also my five (?) year old Exos 38 has been terrific and a real work horse, and I’m not so sure about Gregory’s durability.

Thanks. I checked his Etsy site and only see two things: stakes bags and some sort of cellphone pocket. I’ve had great luck with both Zpacks and GG shoulder strap pockets and guess (if I get an Exos) I’ll go with one or the other.

Richard-Justin makes custom pouches, water bottle holders. Etsy only shows a couple offerings. https://backpackinglight.com/forums/topic/justins-ul-water-bottle-and-phone-carriers/

I’ve used REI aftermarket side pockets on my UL backpacks for years. REI no longer sells them but a few other companies do.

Also I have a now discontinued Seek Outside “wet rib” pouch & bottle holder. It rides in front, about belly button height, attached to my lower shoulder straps (the webbing part) for stuff I may need on the trail like map, snacks, etc. The left side has a QR buckle so I can more quickly “untruss” myself when removing the pack.