Nice demonstration of the product design and construction of the older generation vs the current state. I have the same item as you, pre 1999and really like.the new collection too. But do I need to get it?????
B. Mann if your bag is still in good shape there aren’t really enough changes to justify replacement. If you are considering a purchase I would recommend checking out the slightly larger pack, just so you have more options.
Yosef621 I have used it to carry 2 liters of water, first aid kit, snacks, gps, and light jacket without using the strappettes. I think around 8 or so pounds with no problem. I think even with the strappettes you are going to be limited by volume of the pack to a pretty low weight. These are great for day hikes or to carry along as a summit pack.
No. I actually keep it stocked up with certain items so that if I feel like going out to draw or do my weak attempts at watercoloring I can just grab that bag and go.
Nice demonstration of the product design and construction of the older generation vs the current state. I have the same item as you, pre 1999and really like.the new collection too. But do I need to get it?????
B. Mann if your bag is still in good shape there aren’t really enough changes to justify replacement. If you are considering a purchase I would recommend checking out the slightly larger pack, just so you have more options.
how much weight can you carry without the strappettes?
Yosef621 I have used it to carry 2 liters of water, first aid kit, snacks, gps, and light jacket without using the strappettes. I think around 8 or so pounds with no problem. I think even with the strappettes you are going to be limited by volume of the pack to a pretty low weight. These are great for day hikes or to carry along as a summit pack.
Would you sell your old pack?
No. I actually keep it stocked up with certain items so that if I feel like going out to draw or do my weak attempts at watercoloring I can just grab that bag and go.