Gregory Z65

[sharky]

Does anyone have a Gregory backpack that they have bought in recent years or have the Z65?

I have had my Z65 a little over a year and only had it out 8-10 nights and already noticed some stitching on the shoulder straps coming out.

Does this sound like unusual wear or am I just being paranoid with a 10 day section hike one month away?

[HiKen2011]

I have a z55, had around 3yrs with lots of time on it. Had no problems. I actually use it for my training hikes. I hike with an osprey exos.

[sharky]

I love the pack, but I'm a little concerned about a shoulder strap falling apart during 110 mile section hike. Fortunately I bought it from REI, but I want to hear what others have to say about it. I love the weight and capacity @ 3lbs 14oz 3975 cu in.

[HiKen2011]

They are great packs. There are others that are lighter, however the z55 fits me well and is as comfortable as any I've had, with the exception of the exos. ;)

[Wags]

sharky i'd go into rei and explain it to them, and ask what they recommend you do. make sure you get that person's name and stuff. a manager would be better. that way if it fails while you're out there, it's on them...

[sharky]

If it fails while I'm out there I'm up **** creek without a paddle wondering why I don't have a paddle in the middle of **** creek.

[Migrating Bird]

I have a Z55 with 40 days on it and the hip belt buckles will not stay tight, they slip after the first 150 ft and continue to slip - they are madding, requiring constant attention. I even resorted to tying the ends together to stop the slippage. I love the rest of the pack, I just have not gotten back to Gregory on this to see if they can do anything about it.

[Brass Rat]

Does anyone have a Gregory backpack that they have bought in recent years or have the Z65?

I have had my Z65 a little over a year and only had it out 8-10 nights and already noticed some stitching on the shoulder straps coming out.

Does this sound like unusual wear or am I just being paranoid with a 10 day section hike one month away?

I've had mine a bit more than a year, and have put about 200 miles on it with 30-35 pound loads. No problems as far as I can see. I'd have REI take a look at it.

[sharky]

They said it was returnable so I tried on the new updated version of the Z65 and it didn't fit even when adjusted to a smaller hip belt. I nearly walked out with the Osprey Atmos 65, but I had to think about it. I need something that can carry 30-32lbs without straining. I usually carry 28-30lbs-ish.

[Sierra Echo]

If it fails while I'm out there I'm up **** creek without a paddle wondering why I don't have a paddle in the middle of **** creek.

LMAO!!!!!
Thank you! I needed that laugh!