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Darwin13
11-14-2012, 17:58
Ok does this pack exist. It must meet these requirements.


1. Able to withstand a thru hike or long treks
2. AT LEAST 40 liters of volume in the MAIN COMPARTMENT of the pack
3. A frame (removable or otherwise)
4. Under 2 lbs.


I know ULA packs and Gossamer Gear and Half Moon Designs. I am looking for anything different them those.

jakedatc
11-14-2012, 18:03
Osprey Exos 46

Darwin13
11-14-2012, 18:26
Osprey Exos 46


I would need a large and that is 2 lbs 7 oz. Also the small is still above 2 lbs. Thanks for the suggestion but looking for a lighter pack.

peakbagger
11-14-2012, 18:31
How about Hyperlight gear

http://www.hyperlitemountaingear.com/packs/4400-porter.html

I will let you roam around but this one is less than 2 pounds

Darwin13
11-14-2012, 18:53
How about Hyperlight gear

http://www.hyperlitemountaingear.com/packs/4400-porter.html

I will let you roam around but this one is less than 2 pounds



You think these aer good for a thru hike? They seem to be more suited for climbers. Do you have experience with them?

jakedatc
11-14-2012, 18:56
I would need a large and that is 2 lbs 7 oz. Also the small is still above 2 lbs. Thanks for the suggestion but looking for a lighter pack.

ah, i thought it was a bit under, my bad. it could be stripped out a bit by removing the bottom "straps" and even more if you didn't need the lid (removable without cutting). it's an option at least.

Slo-go'en
11-14-2012, 19:31
If money is no object, how about Zpacks? Thier cubin fiber packs are well under a pound for about a 40 L volume.

Sherpa Master
11-14-2012, 19:36
Ever so slightly over 2 lbs but a very nice pack. Saw this one in person at the ATKO last year at the makers display. Very nice and light with a V-stay frame. Keep in mind with the lighter the pack the lighter the maximum load you will be able to carry. If you pack heavy don't go too light on the pack. The Osprey Exos 46 is a nice pack also.

http://www.elementalhorizons.com/aquilo-pack.aspx

RWheeler
11-14-2012, 19:38
If you consider the foam slip to be a removable frame, the GoLite Jam would meet those requirements.

Drybones
11-14-2012, 19:42
My Granite Gear Crown 60 is 60 liter and weighs 2 lb-2 oz.

diyguy
11-15-2012, 12:32
I use a moonbow gearskin and love it. I generally keep my setup in the UL range, but you can carry some crazy sized loads with this setup (for when hiking with kids, etc.). Mine weighs 24 oz and is bulletproof.

lkn4air
11-19-2012, 23:08
the exo will fit your criteria .you just need to remove top compartment

jimmyjam
11-20-2012, 09:08
How about Six Moon Design's Starlight- only 24oz and you can add the hoop stay if you want.

HermesUL
11-20-2012, 09:20
My pack is an Osprey Hornet 46. 23 oz and 46 liters, and comfortable with a frame.

q-tip
11-20-2012, 09:41
+ on Granite Gear Crown VC--Used last season. 60L-true 2 lbs. 2 oz. comfy. One thru hiker said it blew up on him, but I used a GG Vapor Trail for 1,000 mi......

Dr. Professor
11-20-2012, 10:11
My Granite Gear Crown 60 is 60 liter and weighs 2 lb-2 oz.

Mine too. Great bag.

Dr. Professor
11-20-2012, 10:17
+ on Granite Gear Crown VC--Used last season. 60L-true 2 lbs. 2 oz. comfy. One thru hiker said it blew up on him, but I used a GG Vapor Trail for 1,000 mi......

Interesting; mine has been great but I haven't yet put it through that level of wear and tear.

Deacon
11-20-2012, 11:58
the exo will fit your criteria .you just need to remove top compartment

Top compartment? Do you know something I don't? I just bought an Exo an it doesn't have a top compartment. It's a roll down and clip type closure. Great pack with a frame. 14 oz.

skinewmexico
11-20-2012, 12:07
I thought my Exos 46 and 58 had removable top compartments; but I can't look now, so them to finance 2 new made in the USA packs by ULA. I was confused on fit when I got my Circuit, so I sent an email one night with a question. Casey got my phone number off the invoice, called my at home that night, had me send pics, called back, and walked me thru the set up. Now that is customer service. You don't get that from people sewing their gear somewhere in Asia.

Ender
11-20-2012, 12:13
Another option is a LuxuryLite pack...
http://www.luxurylite.com/stackpackindex.html
Ugly as sin, but very, very comfortable, especially in hot weather.

LW gearhead
11-20-2012, 14:08
I'm surprised no one has mentioned Gossamer Gear yet.

The Gossamer Gear Gorilla pack sounds close to what you're looking for.

f5mandopicker
11-20-2012, 21:38
+1 on the Osprey Hornet 46.

HeartFire
11-20-2012, 21:45
elemental horizons
http://www.elementalhorizons.com/

moytoy
11-20-2012, 22:10
elemental horizons
http://www.elementalhorizons.com/
this is a top of the line pack made in US

lkn4air
11-20-2012, 22:33
Top compartment? Do you know something I don't? I just bought an Exo an it doesn't have a top compartment. It's a roll down and clip type closure. Great pack with a frame. 14 oz.

I am pretty sure The exo 46 has top that you can clip off.

joshgray
11-21-2012, 18:03
I think there's some confusion going on here. The Exo is made by Zpacks, and has a roll-down-and-clip top. The Exos is made by Osprey, and has a top compartment that can be removed.

Deacon
12-05-2012, 07:48
I think there's some confusion going on here. The Exo is made by Zpacks, and has a roll-down-and-clip top. The Exos is made by Osprey, and has a top compartment that can be removed.

Thanks for clarifying.

Barbarosa
12-07-2012, 19:52
GoLite Jam 50L is on clearance now, good solid pack under 2lbs. Mountain Laurel Designs has some great options as well, most well under 2lbs.