[pct-l] Pack recommendations

[Diane at Santa Barbara Hikes dot com]

On Jun 22, 2010, at 10:00 AM, pct-l-request at backcountry.net wrote:
> Now that everyone is on the trail, thought I'd ask the age old  
> question about which backpack. I'll be thru hiking the PCT in 2011,  
> and am planning a three week hike through the Dolomites later this  
> summer. I'm figuring I'll need about 4,000 cubic inches and plan to  
> hike with 25 lbs or less. I'd like to bring along my Camelback  
> bladder and keep the overall weight as low as possible but heavy  
> duty enough to last at least three long hikes. Suggestions anyone?
>
> Thanks in advance and safe hiking.
>
> Michael

If you are thinking about one of the ultralight packs, you might  
consider the Gossamer Gear G4. It's 4000 cubic inches and can handle  
that weight. It is also very sturdy. I did some rather severe  
bushwhacking using mine and while I came out all bloody the pack was  
nearly unscathed. Just one tiny tear in the mesh. Except for the  
smell, you wouldn't be able to tell that it had been on such a long  
hike.

It's probably not the most comfortable pack out there, but it is an  
option that meets your specifications.
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