Re: [pct-l] Light weight packs

[Matthew Kavanaugh <mkavanau@earthlink.net>]

IMHO, 2000 c.i. is too small.  I used a Lowe Contour 40 this summer for
three short trips.  It is 2400 c.i. and it was too small for me, even
w/just a tarp and lightweight sleeping bag.  I did carry a stove and
food to cook [some even pack w/only cold food].  I bought a 4200 c.i.
sized pack; it weighs more (about 4.5 lbs compared to the approx. 2.5
lbs Lowe), but it will be much more functional, I think.  With the
smaller pack, I had to lash my sleeping bag and tarp to the outside,
which does not work well with an internal frame pack.

YMMV [Your Mileage May Vary].

Matt

Dude Spellings wrote:
> 
> Hi ya'll : )  I am interested in learning more about ultralight.  I am
> considering buying a new pack and wondered what recommendations ya'll
> have concerning the following:
> 
> 1.  What pack would you recommend?
> 
> 2.  How small can I go?  I am considering the North Face Exocet, which
> is 2000ci.   It only wieghs 1lb, 15oz.  I am planning on taking my gear
> to the store with me to see if it fits, but I wantde some feedback frim
> people who have experience in ultralight.
> 
> 3.  Has anyone ever used the TNF Exocet?  If so, what is your opinion of
> the pack?
> 
> thanks a lot,
> Dude in TX
> 
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Matthew Kavanaugh
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