LiteAF Curve 40L Review

[@AndrewHikesBergs]

I was hoping you’d review your new pack at some point. I’ve been contemplating buying [and crying] this Lite AF pack sometime soon. Your review helps a lot!

[@cathyajames]

You are so right about the inconsistent pack sizing used by different manufacturers. I wish they would would all use a labeling scheme like "40+15", meaning 40 in the main compartment and 15 in the supplemental pockets. Sadly, that will never happen. So we should all be thankful for good reviews!

[@brittanycollins802]

Just got mine in the mail yesterday 😍 can't wait to get it on the trail!

[@SouthernHike]

This a great sweet review. All the details. Really considering this pack and this helped a lot. Thank you!

[@jasonnicks819]

This upcoming spring I want to buy a backpack. My question to you is which did you like better the Lite AF or the Z Packs Arc Blast? I am looking to possibly buy one.

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Pilgrim UL is my pack of choice now.

[@patrickbedruz6475]

Awesome review! Does it still take half a year to ship? Im in Canada

[@MidwestBackpacker]

I don’t think so.

[@barondavis5692]

Thanks for posting your review. FYI I have the same pack and used the front Lycra pockets on shoulder straps to carry a full 1L bottle. The lead time is now “only “ 12 weeks. I’m pretty sure you could have gotten the front pocket in the mesh. More durable, but doesn’t hold as much.

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Thanks. I had never had the Lycra before so I didn’t know better. We will see long term how it holds up. I will be more careful with it too. They changed the lead times right after I put the video out. Thanks for watching!

[@northtexashiker]

Good review. I've had zpacks packs for 3 years but that looks like its really good

[@BackpackingwithBuckley]

This is really SWEET bud. I'm waiting on mine from Hilltop but this was my second choice due to wait time (which didn't end up mattering). Lol. Really really nice.

[@cottontalesfromthetrail5474]

Rob, great review! I have the same pack, different colors and the hip belt pockets. I do not like the size of the hip belt pockets and I do not like the draw strings on the side pockets. Other than those two items I absolutely love my Lite AF Pack 1000% better than my ZPacks Arc Haul. This Lite AF Pack carries so comfortable, but I carry around 22 pounds at the heaviest. I will never use all the space this pack provides. Happy Hiking!

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Rob? Oof. 🤭😜 Thanks for watching.

[@cottontalesfromthetrail5474]

@@MidwestBackpacker LOL! I meant Jeremy! Somehow I was thinking of my friend Rob when I was typing Jeremy and typed Rob. Old age man is tough!

[@hernehill6282]

Maybe I missed it, but I didn't hear anything about how well the pack carries the load (other than that 35 pounds made your shoulders sore). If you could say more about how well a lighter load felt on your shoulders and back, and about whether this lightweight pack provides sufficient structure, I'd appreciate it.

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Good structure. Lighter weights were fine. This video is a little dated. Their packs have changed some. I honestly think I mismeasured and should have bought one with a longer torso.

[@christimartin8512]

Are the water bottle pockets easier to reach than in the Z-packs Arc Haul? That is one thing I hate about that pack.

[@MidwestBackpacker]

@@christimartin8512 no

[@babushka372]

Good video , but that code doesn't work anymore...

[@jasonwright6823]

What about the 'curve' cut of the bag? How does it feel? Is it more comfortable than a straight cut bag?

[@barondavis5692]

I have the same pack and I find it more form fitting, making it more comfortable.

[@safromnc8616]

Did you have any trouble w/the aluminum stays ? I have seen/heard from others that they can break through &/or come out ? Any difficulties ?

[@MidwestBackpacker]

I have had no problems. With the pad in the back, I forgot they were even in there.

[@safromnc8616]

@@MidwestBackpacker TY Sir

[@919jkjk]

Hello! What is your torso length and what size pack do you have? Thanks!

[@MidwestBackpacker]

I measured 20.5 -21” and got a medium. Wish I would have gotten a large.

[@christianb8228]

@@MidwestBackpacker but it looks like the pack fits you perfectly

[@longwinters4304]

Good review. Appreciate it.

[@petescharber8567]

Wow 30lbs!!! And you were a lean guy to begin with. How did you do it?

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Less carbs, no snacks, lots of exercise!