[at-l] Backpack recs

[cvano at tmail.com]

Being from the old school, I use a big frame pack.  I like it a lot.  It 
features lots of pockets, compartments and places to tie stuff.  There's 
also a perfect pocket on the top of the flap that fits my 2 liter 
Platapus perfectly.  The drawbacks are noise, it needs to be nearly full 
to look and feel right, and it usually weighs a short ton unless I fill 
it with empty milk jugs.

Is there anywhere to try out (rent, borrow, steal, or at least try on) 
these new ultra light packs?  I'm used to carrying a big load but have 
recently purchaced mostly ultra-lite gear.  While I like the lighter 
loads, my pack was designed to be heavier and fuller.  There are no 
compression straps.

I have no problem with mail order or internet shopping except for packs, 
sleeping bags, and shoes.  These I MUST try on.  Thanks

On Thu, 8 Nov 2007 12:34 pm, Sloetoe wrote:
>
> --- JPL <jplynch at crosslink.net> wrote:
>
>>  I need a pack for short trips (2-3 days) in the
>>  summer.  Room for sleeping bag, one-person tent, and
>>  etc.  Any favorites?  thnx>
>
> ### Google Equinox Katahdin ~$100, ~1.0 lb, usable on
> your coming [!] throughhike, and compressible down to
> a dayhike, if you really need it. My kids have had
> theirs for a good 500-700 miles, and love 'em.
>
> example url:
> http://www.gearforadventure.com/Equinox_Katahdin_Ultralight_Backpack_p/1039.htm
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Chris ~ S/V Drifter
Anacortes, WA. ~~~_/) ~~~