compared to my 22-Mag 2nd Gen pack...
i like the redesign of the pack straps. Being able to unzip pack without unbuckling cross straps.
that extra pocket sleeve in back, not a fan. Unless it's closeable, stuff can fall out.
sticking with mine & lite duplex frame, served me well for many years.
attached image from 2019. Hiking around the neighborhood with 1/2 pack load (9-lbs).
Have water bottle pocket one side, accessory pouch & holster on other side of hip belt , 2 large zip storage pockets attached external.
2 attached images from 2021: filled my spike bull elk tag, packing out meat & spike bull head. Used an external Kifaru saddle load sling, similar to the new ARC Load Sling of today. See bull spikes pointing down, underneath sling/pack.