I know Kuiu has had problems with the first generation frames but I think they are a lot better now. They're still a high end light weight pack, you're right that it's not Rhino gear but I think if looked after it will last a life time. And they ship within a day or two!
I just got my pack from the fedex guy. Everything looks really good. The only problem I have with it is on the invoice it says in big red ink "NO RETURNS OR WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT" no warranty? Even though it's outlet, it's still kuiu right?
Got mine today, totally stoked. I was under the impression they had issues with the 2012 carbon fiber frame, but who knows I don't really care. I could buy a new frame and still come out cheaper than some other packs lol.
I like the lay out of the bag, its very easy to convert in to the load sling mode, blah, blah, blah.
Im getting nervous........ i paid full price for the 7200 late last summer. Ive done 3 substantial trips with it. Two of which with 70+ lbs. I had zero problems with the pack. A friend of mine found those outlet packs and still would buy one because of the frame. I thought he was full of spit until i started reading all of the negatives about the frame.. is everyone concerned because its a thin frame. Or has there been recorded failures. Do I need to worry about having a deer and gear 12 miles in that i cant get out?
, warranty is great especially when your 10 miles from camp.