Gregory J 63 experience, thoughts, anyone?

[slbirdnerd]

Gregory has a new women's pack, the J63. I have a Deva 6o and while I don't hate it, I'm always looking for something lighter that also fits well. I've tried everything else, seriously. I can't find any reviews online about the J63. Does anyone have this pack yet? Or just have any initial thoughts on it? Might like to give it a try. Thanks!

[slbirdnerd]

Should have included a link:
http://gregorypacks.com/GM379_cfg.ht...efault&start=1

[RCBear]

Link didn't work but if you are speaking of the Jade line, it's the women's version of the Z line. I have 2 smaller packs from that line and they carry very well for me and have proven very durable. They are Gregory's hiking/light backpacking packs and I use them for long day hikes and light overnights (I would use my z45 if I ever attempt a through). also have the Baltoro 65, which is the men's version of your Deva. just about any Gregory is going to be heavier than it's equally sized counterpart in a competing brand but I haven't found anything else that fits me as comfortably, lighter or heavier.

[slbirdnerd]

Sorry about the link, not sure what happened. Yes, I guess that must be the Jade but they are calling it the "J 63" now and billing it as new. I tried on the Sage and the Cairn at REI in the fall, didn't fit quite right. I may have to just order the J 63 and throw my stuff in it, see if I like it.

[Blissful]

I used the jade series (older models) on both my hikes. Did fine with it myself. I now use the ULA Catalyst

[slbirdnerd]

Thanks, Blissful. I'd like to try the Catalyst as well.