Originally Posted by
npirsig
I'm about to put down my money... and whenever I do that, I get nervous and start rethinking everything. I'm getting this pack for an eventual thru-hike.
I’m deciding between the Dana Design Glacier and the Terraplane LTW
Glacier:
Capacity: 5,200 cu.in./85 litres
Weight: 5 lb. 13 oz./2.6 kg.
Terraplane LTW:
Capacity: 5800 cu. in/95 litres
Weight: 6 lb. 9 oz/3.1 kg
Perhaps unnecessarily, I have been wondering if the Glacier will do well in those situations where I'll be at or over 50lbs... I understand this isn't usually the case on the AT, but perhaps on other hikes where resupplies and fresh water are less available. In any case, I've read that the Glacier is intended for loads under 50lbs so I was wondering if anyone had had positive or negative experiences with it, or with the Terraplane LTW.
I can't try on either pack because I'm overseas... my old pack was stolen and I need a new one ASAP... so buying one online (and paying a fortune for shipping) is my only option.
Any suggestions will be very much appreciated,
Nell