Why I Prefer The ULA Ohm 2.0 Backpack Over The Zpacks Arc Haul and The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60

00:00 Hey y'all
00:17 Why I Don't Use The Zpacks Arc Haul Anymore
01:04 My New Favorite Backpack (ULA Ohm 2.0)
01:08 Pros
03:26 Why I Prefer The ULA Ohm 2.0
05:23 Cons
06:49 Gossamer Gear Mariposa Features
07:43 When I Would Consider Using The Mariposa Over The Ohm 2.0
09:21 More Pros
10:50 More Cons
11:21 Lower Budget Option
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[@KimberlyGreen]

With all your practical experience, I think you'd be great at designing your own.

[@Drayaxoxo]

Totally agree!

[@AidaJof]

No kidding! I am sure the manufacturers would benefit greatly if they were to hire her for her knowledge & expertise.

[@mariehollinger9745]

I would love to have a female design a pack!!!

[@stevesdaysoff2759]

She would be great to do a long trail walk with. All that experience and knowledge. You would come away from the trail walk a better hiker.

[@hammondhikes7784]

Introducing the Zpacks “Dixie”...a 50L pack custom designed by the queen of the trail. I KNOW it would sell like hotcakes

[@marierejoiceinjesus3846]

When I ordered my ULA backpack, they messaged me and asked if I wanted to send a photo or my body measurements for fit. They are amazing. And it still came fast too!

[@thelitt]

Thanks for the gear review! Really enjoy your videos!

[@extremelydave]

Such a great, in-depth pack review!!! So nice to hear so much real world experience!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@chrisjonesfilm]

Wooo a new video! I'm so glad I found your channel before I start the PCT this year!

[@scottdouglasshieldsnclmtab9950]

You are such great help in so many ways and for that, THANK YOU. DIXIE YOU ROCK !!!

[@RalphReagan]

So good to see Fancy Mae! Her sliding on the snow just captured my heart!

[@RalphReagan]

BTW I want thank you for showing how you carry your tent. It has revolutionized my packing thank you!

[@kenross402]

Long time watcher here to just say, "love your videos, always good info." Keep helping us with love from the sunny state of Florida.

[@quiqweig13]

Good assessment of the Ohm 2.0. I love mine, especially the adjustable hip belt (good for tall people) and the ease of tightening on the shoulder straps. Totally agree with you on the hand rests (?) on the front and lack of straps on the under side.

[@AidaJof]

Thank you Dixie. I really was looking forward to your reviewing backpacks and I will take your advice in using the same one you used for El Camino when I do mine next year. I bought a 25L Osprey but the frame makes it too heavy. As always your videos and advice are great. Thank you and look forward to your Florida trail videos ... big hugs to Daisy Mae :-)

[@peterbaumeister3120]

Your videos are so awesome Dixie, I'm a fan! And as a backpacker, I rely on your advice. Keep 'em coming!

[@mrwb6231]

Thank you so much for your videos!!! As a biologist and former park ranger, I learned a lot about backpacking gear over 20 years ago. I have since raised a family and forgot more than I knew about backpacking. It turns out that my wife has a new interest in doing the AT. She sent me to your videos while we were talking about the whole idea, and I have to say, you are really helpful in evaluating and selecting gear! Thank you!

[@ChelseaDunn44]

I have been debating between these two packs for so long and I love this comparison video

[@chrispowell9869]

So glad to hear you enjoyed the ohm! I think ULA is the most underrated custom pack out there. Love my circuit and my photon.

[@btowell80]

Thanks, Dixie! I always appreciate your insight. Keep it up!

[@scottbutler1561]

Great video. I love my ULA Circuit for the same reasons. To top it off, the custom embroidery seals the deal.

[@WanderingFromKansas]

This is just what I needed to see! Thanks, Dixie!

[@_Tree_of_Life_]

Yesss! Been waiting for this one!

[@erikatkinson1395]

Thats the beauty of hammocking dixie! No wet tents in your pack. Just a wet tarp in the mesh and a dry hammock & quilts in your pack 😎

[@schadowolf]

My gosh Dixie, I just watched all your back reviews last night and was going to ask what your favorite ended up being. And tonight, you answered the question LOL Awesome, thanks!

[@socalf58]

Love your gear reviews❤👍and all your vids😍

[@janefreeman4121]

As always a great descriptive review. I have the LiteAF Curve 30 liter. I'm older and not carrying camera gear. The size works for me. Being smaller many of my things are smaller; clothing and quilt.

[@smileyhappyradio]

That was helpful Dixie, thank you fo this video.

[@eddiethehitchhikingmaltipo6754]

Yeah, Lately I’ve been leaning towards the less pain factor when selecting gear, all other factors have become a distant second 🙂. Great timing, I’m long overdue for a new pack.

[@williamking2249]

Good review. I have the ULA Photon and love it.👍

[@ms7fam433]

Our youngest son uses the ULA Catalyst and it is a great pack... I just received the new Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight and like how it fits initially. I'm looking forward to putting some miles on it in 2021 to see if it is as good as the ULA Catalyst. We really enjoy your reviews and tests of products so we can "see" the products in use before we make buying decisions. Please keep up the great work!

[@johnphillips3526]

I started with a cheap $100 pack and my first upgrade was a ULA Circuit for me and a ULA Ohm for my wife. Absolutely LOVE them! Like you said, super comfortable and very durable. I’m currently using a pack I made out of XPack, which weighs 16oz. It’s not as comfortable as ULA packs, but I love the waterproof fabric. Great video!

[@EverettLang65]

Yay! My backpack of choice & will be going with me next year on the AT. 👍🏼

[@MrAKhiker]

Great to see ULA get some love. I was torn between the Ohm 2.0 and the Circuit. ULA sent me one of each, with a refund for the one I returned. Both excellent, but I went with the Circuit for two main reasons. 1. Volume. I HATE lashing things to the outside of the pack. I wanted to make sure if I had to carry a bear can, I could fit everything inside. Yes, it weighs a little more, but with a smaller load, no problem tightening the pack down. To me it’s worth it for the versatility. 2. The outer mesh pocket on the Circuit seemed larger and more robust. Can’t go wrong with either pack!

[@justmagen5676]

I’ve been reading reviews between the two all night... trying to decide.

[@cjtaylor5917]

The things Dixie mentioned as missing from the Ohm 2.0 in another video are all part of the Circuit. I'm getting a Circuit.

[@petechilton9975]

Hey Dixie, Just subscribed although I have been watching you vidoes on the Tube for awhile. Sure could have used some of your ideas when I was on active duty. Sure would have saved some wear tear on my frame works. Keep the great info coming

[@abrahamnorthhampton3327]

I love my ULA Circuit. It is so versatile and durable! But my go-to pack continues to be my ZPacks Arc Blast, now with well over 2,000 miles on it (reaired once, between hikes, by ZPacks, for free). No other pack I have found better balances light weight with easy carry. It's waterproof, durable, and just the right size for me--it actually forces me to carry less unnecessary junk! I keep looking for alternatives to these two, but can't find anything else that works better for me. I'll be taking the Arc Blast on the PCT this spring. Thanks for the continued, no-nonsense product videos, Dixie!

[@julsscarlett3681]

Thanks! Another great video! 🙂

[@helenasimoes5735]

Great video! Like Amy-The-Wise-One said, I'm pretty sure that you can reach out to ULA to add those loops on the bottom. I asked when I bought mine and it was fine. You can customize the pack although I agree, it's not very explicit on the website... Just be sure to specify exactly how you want those changes. ULA has a great customer service (in my experience) and are very quick to respond. Love my OHM 2.0 with x-pac material (you can choose thickness and color of the fabric too). Happy trails!

[@John_Ridley]

LOL excellent choice of the video editor of which video to use for "in town resupplying" at 3:20

[@TXMEDRGR]

Thanks for the advice.

[@SymonGnome]

My favourite pack is my Aarn Natural Exhilaration pack, often with the front camera balance pockets. It's a bit heavier but has a very comfortable harness that carries load extremely well. It's small enough for a day trip but big enough for an overnight trip (36L main pack).

[@tourguidechuck]

That was MY pack on the Pinhoti. Still is! We're pack buddies! I love this pack. I chose purple for visibility. The shoulder strap bungee bottle holders are brilliant! I used one to carry water and the other to hold my tripod (unless I was hauling extra water).

[@CB-ei6ez]

Great review Dixie!!! I've seen your other videos comparing the HMG and Z-Pak, now I have the ula 2.0 ohm to look into, I currently have an osprey 58 l ethos, that I had for a thousand miles on the Appalachian trail, and during a recent shakedown trip I noticed that the metal bracing is rusting and I have to send it back to osprey to see if that can be repaired, but like you said in other videos the osprey when it gets wet absorbs way too much water, I'll definitely look into the ula 2.0 ohm thanks for such a great video.... Sorry to hear what happened to you at the general store fiasco. . keep on hiking sister

[@mikebasiewicz6421]

I got a green Mariposa. It's awesome. I'm big framed, so the large fit me well. I agree the outside pocket setup is hard to beat. I wish it had bottom loops for my tent. I've rigged some caribiners and straps for my tent.

[@JenRBoyd]

Really glad you mentioned your shoulder pain and how these packs impact that. I have bursitis in my left shoulder and have to keep weight off of it. Been eyeing the Mariposa but will probably get the ULA instead!

[@majesticbob884]

So how’s the ula been for you?

[@rossseymour5223]

That inside hanging pocket fits a Kindle perfectly.

[@TheStraycat74]

they have 10 inch kindles now, I have an older 7inch that fits my shirt pocket just fine

[@603storm]

I had an ULA Catalyst and loved it. Took it everywhere. I switched to a Mariposa and love that too. I gave my ULA to my son and he loves it too. If I was to switch from Gossamer gear I would definitely go back to ULA.

[@benjaminwilliams1536]

Getting ready to start the PTC in acouple weeks been watching you & Darwin. I think it's cool that your a Brave content creator! I tipped you 10BAT!

[@toneyjohnson8910]

Great info I'm looking for a new pack to hike the Pinhoti this fall as all the packs I have don't have cup holder pockets or the outside mess pocket Thanks

[@Mtnsunshine]

Thank you, Dixie. 🙏

[@jimsather6892]

Looks like a great pack! I carry my tent that way even on my ZPacks Arc Haul which has loops, putting a sit pad on the bottom when I carry one. Even though my tent is only about 2 lbs, I just prefer the weight of it up high, rather than hanging low.

[@Galiuros]

This is a great rundown of some pack options. I've been using the Gregory Baltoro 65 for about 5 years now. The rugged design has worked well for the primarily desert hiking I do and it's roominess tempts me to pack way too much. It's been fine but, as I get older, something lighter is getting to be more appealing. I like the customizability of the newer packs and will probably make a decision soon. Thanks for this series of backpacking gear and ideas.

[@ChrisLoew]

baltoro has rotating hip belts and wights a ton. this is ultralight and will not support the same, yet weights about a 1/3 of yours so that is a plus.

[@Fireswordluma]

Love my Ohm 2.0, best pack I've ever had!

[@OneNvrKnoz]

I’ve been a huge fan of ULA for a long time!

[@sarahgriffin6741]

Thank you so much for all your videos over the years. We are just a few years into our backpacking adventures

[@escapetheindoors]

Yay!!! I wish ULA would model some more packs off of the Ohm.

[@robinmichel9048]

I love my Gregory Maven 65L. Heavy-ish at 3 pounds but it carries weight really well. I also have the Arc Haul Scout and like it for shorter trips but it pulls on my shoulders too much.

[@mikeghost7788]

I like gossamer gear packs too, I actually have a Silverback that is very good. Nice video, made me want to spend money. Lol!!

[@toocleanpappas5397]

On the AT I loved my Granite Gear Crown 2, on the PCT I used the MLD Burn which was a great pack, but I wouldn't use it again for long-distance carries (only 38L). On the CDT this year I am going to be using the Superior Wilderness Designs, DCF Long Haul 50. SWD has been amazing getting the pack the way I want. I don't use hip-belts so they recommended taking out the internal frame since it wouldn't work without the hip belt. And then asked if I wanted a simple webbing belt that I could roll up out of the way, and clip-on when doing things like snow and places where you want your backpack to stick to you for balance sake. Why yes, thank you, that's a great idea. A few weeks later I was thinking, I wish this pack had a bottom pocket like the Palante pack. So I wrote them an email and sure enough, no problem they put a bottom pocket on it for me. When I got the pack it looked fantastic, excellent build quality, perfect stitching. After taking off the few clips and sternum strap (I hate them) the pack weighs in at 20 oz. 4 oz heavier than my MLD Burn, but with a 25L carry capacity gain. I'll take it! I couldn't be happier with the pack, and with their amazing customer service.

[@asmith7876]

I bought a Gregory Whitney 95 many years ago. It wore out, they replaced it for free. It came the other day. The new model is called the Baltoro 95 Pro. It can carry 75 pounds. It is NOT lightweight, but is very durable and can carry more than I can lift. Well ok, more than I'd WANT to lift. I'll never have one of these One-pound packs with a weight limit of 30 pounds. I may have to adjust my through-hiking goals LOL. Great video.

[@briansaucy4871]

I've had the ULA Circuit for 3 years and like it a lot..love, love, love the hip belt 2 straps adjustments to loosen the top and cinch the lower strap is heaven for me. The only negative for me is that when it rains it's like a sponge, pack cover or not. I use a trash compacter bag so the inner stays dry but the pack just sucks in every drop. I live with it because I haven't found a more comfortable pack that will carry 25-30lbs.

[@hikerJohn]

Enjoyed your review as usual . . . Removing the tent is not tedious since you have to remove the strap anyway and it just falls off when you do :o). I always have my sit/knee pad there. When my Arc Haul wears out I've been seriously looking at this ULA pack myself but I MUST have the straps at the bottom for a different reason . . . because I like that if there's something strapped in there that my pack will stand up on it's own when I set it on the ground. Silly I suppose but relatively important. It does not matter if my tent is on the outside top because I would otherwise have it on the inside top and still have to take it out to get at other items.

[@noonespecial1285]

always good stuff

[@EatCarbs]

Thanks for the video

[@doremifadi]

Thank you for this really helpful video. Would you recommend the ULA for the Camino?

[@JamesPanning]

Love my ULA Ohm 2.0!

[@raybratton7905]

I would love to say...told ya so! But I didn't tell you about ULA. I have been using ULA Catalyst, Ohm2 or Camino since 2015 on the PCT and ALL my other hikes. And packs are a personal choice like pants. Good hiking to you Dixie.

[@uptrail7169]

My wife has been using the same ULA Ohm 2.0 for two years now and she likes it a lot.

[@wardbell7252]

I love my Zpacks 57L Dyneema pack - feather light and waterproof. But have to agree that the comfort drops off dramatically as I approach and pass 30 lbs ... which you easily could with all the stuff you are carrying. Not a knock at all! You’re carrying what you need for the kind of trips you enjoy and that camera gear is heavy. The ULA Ohm 2.0 is a great pack as you say. Andrew Skurka and his crew rocked it on the guided trips as I recall (they HAVE to carry extra gear for their guests). Happy to see the shout out to the Peak Design camera clip. I love it. And finally caught a glimpse of your camera+mic+dead-cat hanging from it. Have you done a video on that? I’d really love to see your recommendations on backpacking camera gear that’s a step up from iPhone. Thanks Dixie. You are a brilliant star. Can’t get enough of your joy and perspectives.

[@TheTrailDancer]

I would love for you to try AtomPacks or LiteAF!!!! They are great. My favorite is Fjällräven Keb 52, but way heavier!!!

[@khevinbeatsworkinwatterson1848]

Spot on. I have both the mariposa and Ohm. Both are nice for lightweight hikers. The Ohm is just more comfortable for me. I also don’t like the way the hip belt on the mariposa tightens down. It also caused me pain in my right shoulder/neck when carrying a bear can

[@sagehiker]

Really good to know. The ULA Ohm is the most intriguing UL pack I have seen. And I have not been a fan, especially the frameless trend, since the Ray Jardine days of ultra- hiking.

[@duffmanwalkin2143]

I am reposting this comment from my hiking channel. Was using my "civilian channel" before! That was MY pack on the Pinhoti. Still is! We're pack buddies! I love this pack. I chose purple for visibility. The shoulder strap bungee bottle holders are brilliant! I used one to carry water and the other to hold my tripod (unless I was hauling extra water). Great minds think alike!

[@HuskyMike]

Might have to try the ULA. I switched from the ZPacks Arc Haul to the Mariposa because, apparently, I pack a lot of fears :) and the Arc Haul didn't seem to carry the weight very well. I packed enough to be at the upper weight limit + of the Mariposa so I changed to a Seek Outside Gila 3500. Carries weight really well and seems really well made albeit at a weight penalty of about a 1lb over the Mariposa.

[@SimpleKowalski]

For a year or more I was looking for good and comfy Ul backpack. From reviews on reddit to YT videos. SWD, HLG, Waymark, Ula,GG Atompacks and KS ultra light pack. KS50 won and I'm waiting to first try on.

[@amysthe-wise-one8493]

ULA can add straps to the bottom. My husband's CDT was customized and he still enjoys it. Reach out to them and see if they can do an add on in between trips. I've had their gear and it holds up quite well.

[@markseay4930]

WOT fan?

[@amysthe-wise-one8493]

@@markseay4930 Yes I am, as you recognize my name.

[@markseay4930]

Yes, it looked familiar. I've read the series several times. I fear the TV adaption will be so far removed that it will not appeal to me.

[@davidsawmandave8731]

I just got a superior wilderness designs long haul 50 , and they are 100% customizable also , they even made it with a fabric/color that wasn't on the website , I chose multicam, how cool is that , I got all the bells and whistles and of course it cost , but by once cry once , they even added a zipper on a pocket that normally comes without , great guys to deal with

[@stevesdaysoff2759]

Great Backpack review. The pack has some great features like the straps. Looked a good comfortable fit. Really enjoyed watching. Do you think you would ever do a hike in the UK. Steve from England 👍

[@grahamhurley773]

I also have the ULA Ohm 2.0. I have started packing my tent in one of the side packets and use the cords to hold it secure. Never noticed any weight imbalance.

[@jamesthornton3339]

I ordered my Ohm 2.0 last week. Now I am impatiently awaiting its arrival. Patience isn't one of my strong suits! Thanks for the review, your opinion actually drove me to pull the trigger.

[@allencrider]

I've been looking at getting a ULA Circuit. So why did you pick the Ohm over the Circuit?

[@jamesthornton3339]

@@allencrider I felt the circuit and it's 68l of volume was a little too much. The 63l of the ohm should be perfect if I carry a bear can. Ideally, I'd like a 50l pack for most of my 3 season hiking around Michigan.

[@pgreenx]

I’ve had every pack under the sun and always go back to my Ohm. Funny thing the only one I haven’t had is an arc blast and I just ordered one…....

[@marcjohnson4385]

I was wondering what is you're workout regimen when getting ready for a through hike and can you wear your hiking shoes on a daily basis always look forward to your adventures on the trail

[@MrTerrymccollough]

While not in fashion, the Kelty Yukon 50 is still my go to pack.

[@demoncleaner80]

It's really hard to find external packs nowadays. I still have my Trekker, which I think (?) is the Yukon's slightly larger capacity brother. I don't use it often anymore because it's a PITA when you have to climb over or under things like fallen trees, but if it's an open trail then it is great. I don't think I'll ever get rid of it either cause it's such a great loaner pack.

[@Autumn1988]

I’m in the UK and when I need to upgrade/replace I’m considering a custom Atom Pack.

[@PrincePlanet-ee5hn]

The Mariposa is the best pack I have ever had but I am shorter and don't carry any camera gear. AND Dixie is just the best reviewer for long distance hiking on the internet. THE BEST. In Australia here and about to do the Overland Track!!

[@kdavis4910]

I a m getting a ULA Catalyst for the same reasons you got the Ohm 2.0.

[@bonnevillebagger9147]

Yay! Some thing we agree on :) my cdt and my circuit are fantastic. I love the xpac upgrade option.

[@drewwatts2803]

Been using the GoLite Jam 50 for almost a decade now. Only UL pack I’ve ever owned. Still going strong.

[@happy_outdoors3483]

Have you ever checked out the Outdoor Vitals pack - the Shadowlight? Comparable to those two. US made, 2lbs, roll top, quad side pockets and mesh ‘back’ pocket, huge hip belt pockets. Best part is the frame inside comes up higher than the Mariposa which allows the load lifters to better do their job and pull the weight up off your shoulders! Plus there’s a zip down the front allowing you access without having to dig down in from the top of the bag. Anyway, loving mine! Check it out sometime. Love your videos

[@JonathanThrift]

I have the Shadowlight 45L pack and I love it, but it's not made in the US... It's made in Vietnam. That's why it's a little cheaper with all the features and more.

[@happy_outdoors3483]

@@JonathanThrift ah ok! I misunderstood then, the company is American though. I’m up in Canada and got the 45L as well but also comes in a 60L

[@JonathanThrift]

Yes, the company is based in Utah. They design all the gear there.

[@practicaldave]

Awesome video. What is the max comfortable weight of the 2.0 compared to the Mariposa?

[@johnroos5807]

Hello, Homemade Wanderlust!:) I'm still at Trinka Davis Veteran's Village, Carrollton, GA 30117. I hope to be out sometime in late 2021. Semper Fidelis

[@VANESSASVANLIFEJOURNEY]

*great tips on backpacks*

[@davidterrie7661]

Regarding shoulder pain and using the Peak Design clip, on my Circuit, I attach the clip to the webbing on the front of the strap so the backplate isn't under he strap. I use the thumbscrew bolts and wrap a piece of 2mm shock cord around the strap and the posts to stabilize the camera, though with a full load, the tension on the webbing holds it firmly in place. The metal plate under the strap has always been uncomfortable for me.

[@skydivecm]

Dixie, you might want to take a look at the Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight 60. $200 - Less than 2lbs weight with an internal frame. I live and hike in Northern Arizona and carry 2 gallons of water per day. I just got this pack and I have not had it out in the wild yet. I am a small guy and the small just fits better than any pack I have tried on. I did a short test with 6 gallons of water and a liter of water in each side pocket, estimated 55 lbs, and I felt I could carry that weight if necessary. My target weight in the winter is to start out at 35 lbs fully loaded and this pack looks to be comfortable at that weight. This pack might help you with all that camera equipment you are packing.

[@Motorep146]

I couldn't get my Ohm to be comfortable from one hike to the next. I switched to the SWD Long Haul 35 and have been a happy hiker since then. My wife had the same issue with her ULA pack and switched to a ZPacks Arc Scout and has been happier since then too. ULA makes great packs but everyone has different body types so it's important to try before you buy if you can.

[@newlifeeveryday1821]

Would love to know all the camera gear you take with you on a hike and how you carry it

[@justmagen5676]

Me too!

[@backpacker3421]

I LOVELOVELOVE my Catalyst (the Ohm's big brother/sister). ULA packs don't get the recognition they deserve, IMO. Not as light as some, but nearly, and MUCH more durable.

[@trailheart1863]

I have the Ohm 2.0 and it’s a very well made pack, just be aware even though it’s listed at a total of 63 liters its main compartment is much smaller than that of the Osprey Exos and Gregory Optic.

[@kerrir1955]

I’ve been using the granite gear crown 2. Love it. I’m saving for a pa lante v2.

[@sk-wx1cf]

I used the GG Crown 2 60L last summer and it worked pretty well. This year I'm going to try the new Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight, which comes in 45L or 60L. Mine weighs 1.7 lb. It's a lot like the Arc haul and the Ohm. A significant difference is that there is a zipper up the middle of the back so that you can access the interior. Not sure how I'll feel about that because it splits the mesh panel into 2 sections. Having a zipper also means I'll need to use a pack cover if it rains. So far I've just taken it on a 4 mile test walk with 18lbs. It rode well and was comfortable. I'm looking forward to trying it out on the trail.

[@mattheishman170]

@@sk-wx1cf. Good luck with the zipper on the main compartment. There's a reason most of pack manufacturers have moved away from zippers...zipper failure

[@clarkansas6590]

Good info

[@7644sand]

I summited Kilimanjaro with an Ohm 2.0 and it worked fine for the six days on the mountain. What I don't like about it is that it makes for a very sweaty back when hiking at home in the Smokies.

[@jeruncan]

You should check put the six moon designs packs with the s straps

[@bushwhackingfool3706]

I'm currently trying to decide between the ULM Ohm 2.0 and the Circuit. Most of my hiking is off-trail, so I need a durable pack, but a lightweight one too, which is kind of a Catch-22. My old pack was a Golite Pinnacle, which I used for over a decade, but it started falling apart last year. It wasn't very comfortable, but it weighed less than 2 lbs, so I tolerated the discomfort.

[@WBrownIII]

Until about two months ago, I carried a Gregory Cassin backpack that I've had since around 1986. That backpack served me well for many, many miles on the trail. I "replaced" it with a new Gregory Stout, which I like a lot. However, if truth be told, the old Gregory is the better pack (excepting the weight of the pack itself).