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japhyryder
07-28-2011, 00:54
And needed to buy a backpack what would you go with?
Google "JanSport Big Bear backpack" and you will find a number of places on the web to buy this good-sized backpack (weighing around four pounds) for anywhere from $80 to $110. I don't own this backpack, and I've never used it, but it meets your price goal. I have read repeatedly that the advertised claim that this pack has a volume of 5000 cubic inches is incorrect -- it's more like 4000 cubic inches.
http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___60976
japhyryder
07-28-2011, 04:46
thanks for the imput guys ill check them out ,what do u think about this bag?http://www.o2gearshop.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=1&language=en¤cy=USD&products_id=30830&zmam=55982562&zmas=1&zmac=1&zmap=30830
atbackpacker
07-28-2011, 06:25
i purchased one of these for my son this spring, http://www.bobwards.com/products2.cfm?color_pic=Nite%20%20Sky&id=49936&utm_medium=shoppingengine&utm_source=googleproducts he carried it from pen-mar to dwg with no complaints.
Two Tents
07-28-2011, 09:23
And needed to buy a backpack what would you go with? A $60 dollar loan from someone so I could get a ULA Circuit! Hey, just me. You asked!
I would check out the for sale section of the site... there is a large Aether70 for $175 and a medium Aether85 for $165 right now. They are a bit above budget, but in my opinion well worth the money. Maybe these members would be willing to work with you on price?
If your looking for brand new, E-OMC has Osprey's Kestrel68 for sale for $160... this is the bag I use and LOVE IT!
Pastaboy
07-28-2011, 09:42
The north face alteo 50 is to sale for $139 free shipping check out sunny sports.
zpacks zero in medium. but only if you have an ultralight load.
http://www.zpacks.com/backpacks/zero.shtml
GoLite Jam. $112.
http://www.outsideoutfitters.com/p-17963-golite-jam-pack.aspx?utm_source=googlebase
Mountainsmith makes some nice packs. Campmor has these two for $140
http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___48445
http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___48446
There a bit heavy but I never heard anything really bad about them. I have a Mountainsmith day pack that's about 8 years old, used and abused and is in great shape.
If you are near the Campmor store, go check out their clearance section. They have some Osprey Aether 60's and maybe 70's for like $120-, but I think they only have small and maybe medium. They are one of the most comfortable packs I ever had. They have a bunch of other packs there on clearance, I believe I also saw some Mammut and Arcteryx packs in there as well.
If you need something big, check out the Kelty Red Cloud. They are nice packs, a bit of a pain to get adjusted/fitted right, but once you got it, it's a good pack with lots of organization, pockets dividers, zippers, etc....yea some weight. The newer colors/versions area little out of your price range but you can find the old blue and khaki colors pretty cheap. Campmor was selling the old ones for $99 (that's how I got mine) but I don't know if they still have any.
Drewby25
07-28-2011, 11:29
You can get some pretty decent packs for $140. For a traditional internal frame pack you might check out the REI flash 50. Its a pretty light weight pack at under 3 pounds and it is very flexible for day hiking or long distance for only $150.
Another option is to check out Backpackinglight.com forums under Gear Swap. I bet you could get a used Osprey Exos 46 in good shape for $140. Another option is to check into frameless packs. A Jam2 would be a real good investment and you could get one pretty cheap on that forum.
I'm gimpy
07-28-2011, 11:32
High Seirra Appalachain 75 good pack, internal frame, $120
Jack Tarlin
07-28-2011, 11:34
Only $140.00? Well I probably wouldn't get anything new. I'd most likely go on-line and try and find a gently used Osprey or Granite Gear. These are the two best-made, and the two most popular packs on the A.T. and there are lots of reasons why.
Rocket Jones
07-28-2011, 11:42
You've gotten some good suggestions, but everyone is just shooting in the dark because you gave zero information about your requirements beyond price.
Feral Bill
07-28-2011, 13:00
http://www.rei.com/outlet/search?cat=22000001&cat=22000016&hist=cat%2C22000001%3ACamping+%26+Hiking%5Ecat%2C2 2000016%3ABackpacks Dozens of choices here.
ALLEGHENY
07-28-2011, 13:57
I have a Alice large with frame, like new ( some paint scrapes on frame) yours for $75 + shipping. 5600 ci,6.5Lbs.
skinewmexico
07-28-2011, 17:51
A $60 dollar loan from someone so I could get a ULA Circuit! Hey, just me. You asked!
I was going to say watch for a used ULA Circuit. And spadout.com is the easiest way to check and compare prices.
I was going to say watch for a used ULA Circuit. And spadout.com is the easiest way to check and compare prices.
I think trailspace.com is a better site. What do you like about spadout.com over trailspace? They don't list SunnySports on any product that I checked (and I know they have it) Sunny usually have the best prices or will beat the best online price you can find.
skinewmexico
07-28-2011, 23:42
I think trailspace.com is a better site. What do you like about spadout.com over trailspace? They don't list SunnySports on any product that I checked (and I know they have it) Sunny usually have the best prices or will beat the best online price you can find.
I wasn't aware Trailspace had a feature that would look up the price of a product at several different online vendors. If they do, I'd compare it and spadout. I know the Trailspace forum is pretty lame.
Chubbs4U
07-29-2011, 01:49
If that is your budget and thats what you have would go with a REI flash, either the 50 or 65. Light, cheap and a great bag.
Wombat Farm
07-29-2011, 01:56
Gossamer Gear or Fanatic Fringe....will force you to carry less since they are both ultralight...that'll save you money! And the bags are very low price.
Trailbender
07-29-2011, 09:51
Gossamer Gear or Fanatic Fringe....will force you to carry less since they are both ultralight...that'll save you money! And the bags are very low price.
Fanatic Fringe is out of business.
I wasn't aware Trailspace had a feature that would look up the price of a product at several different online vendors. If they do, I'd compare it and spadout. I know the Trailspace forum is pretty lame.
Yea, they sure do, and they are very good/quick with updating prices. I think it's their bread and butter. Trailspace also has a lot of reviews and and some pictures of gear in actual use.
Check it out.
Examples:
http://www.trailspace.com/gear/marmot/twilight-2p/
http://www.trailspace.com/gear/golite/quest/
Jim Adams
08-01-2011, 12:29
.....ebay
geek
I've always been partial to Granite Gear packs, so I would wander over to the WhiteBlaze "for sale" forums and grab this one:
http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?74955-FS-Granite-Gear-Vapor-Trail-Medium
I'd also watch the forum for a few weeks -- I've had some very good luck getting bargains from really wonderful people. eBay is riskier, but is worth a look. For what it is worth, I've had very good luck with lightly used gear -- so much so that I prefer it over new (it is very easy to find out the strong and weak points of a pack that is a couple of years old).
Good luck!
That's funny, that's roughly what I have in my savings!
If it were for a thru-hike and I had the appropriate other gear, the ULA CDT. If that were too small for my needs the next size up. They make quality lightweight and functional gear for a very good price.
I would keep checking the used gear forums and see what I could get from there.
Jonnycat
08-09-2011, 00:58
I'd buy ebay number 320739588549 because that's the pack I already have and find it to be the best thing since slice bread.
Jonnycat
08-09-2011, 01:00
Oh poop, I just realized it's the short torso version. Sorry about that (unless you're short).
Michael Spain
08-15-2011, 09:22
http://www.cleansnipe.com/cheap-hiking-camping-gear-sale/deuter-futura-pro-42-backpack-2550cu-in.htm
A (http://www.cleansnipe.com/cheap-hiking-camping-gear-sale/deuter-futura-pro-42-backpack-2550cu-in.htm)lso look at the other size categories. They have some great deals.
Kia Kaha
08-20-2011, 12:37
thanks for the imput guys ill check them out ,what do u think about this bag?http://www.o2gearshop.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=1&language=en¤cy=USD&products_id=30830&zmam=55982562&zmas=1&zmac=1&zmap=30830
If it fits well that's a nice pack. I have had a GG Nimbus Ozone for years and still use it and love it. The Blaze has recieved excellent reviews. My pack carries up to 40# very comfortably. If you are looking to carry a bigger load, I would wait and find a better load hauler. I had one of those jansport packs 7-10 years ago and it did not carry a large load well at all. I have a Mystery Ranch now and also have a dana design pack, they carry great expensive but worth it for bigger loads and you can always look around for good deals on them-ebay, craigslist, etc.
4eyedbuzzard
08-20-2011, 12:51
basegear.com carries granite gear and has a 20% discount on first purchase if you sign up for their newsletter. They have a few sales going on right now as well as free shipping over $49.
wythekari
08-20-2011, 13:57
2009 Golite Pinnacle on sale now for $74.99 - would have money left over!
ebay your self a nice used, greater quality pack. I would much rather have a broken in arcteryx than a brand new kelty or jansport- No offense Map Man
I'd buy used. Either Zpacks or ULA. Eventually I'd like to make my own, but it wouldn't be to save money.