View Full Version : Help Researching a 2000 CI Backpack
Looking for a lightweight frameless pack around 2000 CI. Needs to be under 1lb. Would like a back pocket and side pockets. The old Golite Day would have been great but I cant find any. (i was in a bid war for one the other day and the damn thing sold for $167 can you believe that!!!)
flemdawg1
05-20-2009, 12:05
http://www.gossamergear.com/cgi-bin/gossamergear/Murmur.html
Would a regular school backpack work for you? I guess it would depend on weight in your case, but I am sure there are other smaller packs that would take care of what you need.
i looked and they are too small. Like the reg jansport one is 1500 ci
How much under 2000 cu/in is okay? There are a couple AR packs that might fit the bill.
The Virga is 1 pound 3 oz, but it is 3200ci, for about $100.
http://www.granitegear.com/products/backpacks/ultralight/virga.html
You could make up some of that 3oz with the extra volume by using a CCF pad instead of a self-inflator, or maybe by avoiding compression sacks and stuff. Just a thought.
You should be able to DIY under a pound for sure though.
skinewmexico
05-20-2009, 12:41
Something from Gossamer Gear, or a ULA Conduit. http://ula-equipment.com/conduit.htm
Ridge Rat
05-20-2009, 12:47
The Virga is 1 pound 3 oz, but it is 3200ci, for about $100.
http://www.granitegear.com/products/backpacks/ultralight/virga.html
You could make up some of that 3oz with the extra volume by using a CCF pad instead of a self-inflator, or maybe by avoiding compression sacks and stuff. Just a thought.
Used this pack for 3 years now and love it... Holds up well and packs extremely easily with tons of space.... Would recommend to anyone if you're a oz. counter but want a larger pack
FamilyGuy
05-20-2009, 13:09
I would second the ULA Conduit. It has a front pocket and side pockets. The main bag with extention collar is about 2100 cu, but the stretchy pockets increase the volume to 57L when you need it but lay flat when you don't (well the front pocket does at least). Mostly Dyneema body for $100.
I like the look of that ULA Conduit as I think my Kelly Kettle might fit in that mesh pocket. I've been kind of stuggling to find a good place for it on my Jam2. Still I am very happy with the way the Jam2 fits blue foam pad like a big hollow tube. The main compartment tapers towards the top, but it still fits well because it doesn't taper at the bottom like the Conduit. Might still work with the Conduit though. Looks like it would work with the Virga also. I think its important to be able to do that with a larger UL pack, because blue foam pads are cheap and light and warm for their weight, they just take up volume. Makes it easier to load the pack without sagging also.
my range is 1900-2500 for the main compartment The ULA is too heavy. Ive got a pinnacle that I have down to 22 ounces so I dont want to buy a new bag and save only 5 ounces. 22-17=5
FamilyGuy
05-20-2009, 14:33
my range is 1900-2500 for the main compartment The ULA is too heavy. Ive got a pinnacle that I have down to 22 ounces so I dont want to buy a new bag and save only 5 ounces. 22-17=5
Gotcha - what about this:
http://www.zpacks.com/
The Blast 18 is 1800 cubes and weighs 3.3oz. Fit the bill?
You've had two nominations for the Gossamer Gear Murmur but chosen to ignore them. It fits the bill.
your right it does. just trying to get some information on spectra material as it compares to the other materials out there like silnylon and 1.5 oz cuben and so on... having trouble finding any good data.
FamilyGuy
05-20-2009, 20:34
gonna be a bit small
Uh...they make bigger ones.
the Blast 26 looks pretty good actually. I just feel like it wont last....
Fanatic Fringe Thompson Peak or Alpine Air might fit the bill for ya...
http://www.fanaticfringe.com/page5.html
the Blast 26 looks pretty good actually. I just feel like it wont last....
Not many sub 1 lb packs are going to last more than 2 or 3 seasons.