All this time I was thinking he was packing some sort of mini "grill" that I needed to check out. I click on your link and see that we're actually talking about "grates"......not grills. Amazing how we ever communicate effectively when our language and terminology are worlds apart. Toboggan........grill.......????? It's no wonder people get offended on forums, half the time we're talking about different things.Direct linky here: http://www.purcelltrench.com/grills.htm
While I can only really speak for myself - I don’t think it would be uncommon if more understood how rapidly synthetics lose loft, how useless goretex boots are long term, how easily hardshell goretex can be compromised, the lifespan of DWR on soft shells etc..MR packs ar generally heavier than others, and the suspension system isn’t as comfortable for me and others- too much padding at times and just fit oddly. Also, their load self, and load lifter angle on some is compromised. Good packs, and I certainly have no issue using them.
HPG it’s the bag designs- just sacks, and while extremely comfortable once set up- the harness and frame fit is tedious and they don’t carry really heavy loads well. Their Umlindi, is probably my favorite day pack though.
I hope it is of some use. It is ironic that even though I have closets, tubs, and sheds full of the latest technical clothing… In actual use side by side for months at a time, I generally prefer wool, Ventile cotton, waxed cotton canvas, down, leather boots, camel wools socks, and only some synthetics sprinkled in.
@Formidilosus is there any way to use the sg side pockets with a k4? If not, how about with the standard xcurve?
Do you use the 7900 on 1-2 nighters? Is there a preferred option for smaller bags right now?
Nope and nope. The are four clips that have to be added to the pack for them to work. SG might be able to mod your pack though.
Including the Dromlite?Water storage- Sea To Summit Watercell ... Only bladder that doesn’t make me want to kick a kitten.
I listened to a Podcast with SG recently (Go Hunt Podcast), and they mentioned most people that they fit in person prefer the evo frame to the xcurve, I believe most of the employees also use the evo. I cannot remember exactly, why but it made a lot of sense when I listened to it.do the x-curve stays fit in the R3 pack to give it some curvature? I can't see a flat pack working with my back....
Just went and found the part, it starts at the 1hr 17min mark.interesting, I'll have to give that a listen.
do the x-curve stays fit in the R3 pack to give it some curvature? I can't see a flat pack working with my back....
Including the Dromlite?
And you mentioned the Dromedary - would you switch to the Watercell for weight savings?
Yes I have tried those, I haven’t noticed any taste with the Watercell.@Formidilosus does/dis the sea to summit bladder make your water taste like rubber?
Have tried the dromedary and Hydrapak. Both are nasty. Only bladder I found that does not make water taste bad is platypus and those have leaked in my bag multiple times. Hate it.
Is the hydro holster an ok work around for the water bottle issue?I do, but for that I use the 3300 usually.
Is the hydro holster an ok work around for the water bottle issue?