[pct-l] Liteweight Packs

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In a message dated 11/16/98 9:55:42 PM EST, GentlyTred@aol.com writes:

<< Dana Design pack...fits me wonderfully...but it weighs somewhere around 5.5
- 6 lbs.  I've heard about some ultra light packs coming out this winter that
are between 2 and 3 lbs. without sacrificing capacity.  Any info. out there on
this? >>

GT-

I'm basically with you regarding the liteweight backpack paradigm, but
remember that a heavier pack can sometimes make a heavier load ride much
better. There are few packs out there better than the Dana IMHO (Arcflex
suspension), as long as they fit of course. A potato sack is much lighter than
your Dana, but which would tote your gear better? Just something to keep in
mind I think. 

My 2 pennies worth,
Former Attorney General Ed Meese
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