Comments on new internal like external b ackpack?

“This pack looks like it would be the best one for 12 days or more with many miles of hiking. It has 7750 cu. in. capacity. Plus the best of internal packs and the comfort of external with new Gelastic GellyComb straps for extra comfort. What does anyone know about this? I am ordering it online in a few days but need input first. Thanks!!!
Corky
http://www.backpackingfun.com”

“I forgot to mention it is the Jansport Colter 120 as seen here: http://www.mountainsports.com/mssearch.asp?Option=Detail&Detail=064614
Corky”

“and a whopping 8 lbs 9 oz weight. Wow.
Im sure its a great pack but that weight is gonna annoy you after a while.”

“Just thinking about the weight is annoying me.”

“my pack is 7.5 pounds (kelty telluride) doesn't hold much...good lil pack..but your mind screams..."your food doesn't even weight this much moron!!"..”

“No way in He11 would I use that heavy brute. My base weight is near that.
But, to each their own.”

“who is corky??”

“Who is Gemini?

A lot of the weight is from the Gelastic GellyComb straps but I think the added little weight is worth it to have no rashing.”

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Corky?”

“I can see why you need that much capacity. I managed a 10 day trip with no resupply stops with a pack that had a bit over 5,000 and that was before I learned to lighten up. I carried 12 days of supplies just in case - and the weight nearly killed me at the start of the trip. I struggled to make 8 mile days over moderate Maine mountains at the begining. The next year, back in Maine, I lightened up and days ranging up to 22 miles on a two week trip. If I'm not too old, I ought to top that one day - since I've lightened up even more.

I'd suggest getting something smaller and lighter. You could easily halve the weight for a 12 day bag and your entire body would be glad to have dropped the nearly 4 1/2 pounds. Additionally, a smaller bag would help you keep your overall weight down.

Anyway, welcome corky!

I'm sorry that some people care more about the possibility of being fooled than they do about basic hospitality.”

“BTW: The bag looks good if you need to carry major weight (over 70 pounds in the pack), for example if you are a hired guide and taking on other peoples weight or have some other reason to be carrying way more stuff than you own.

In the summer, packed for 12 days without resupplies - I'd aim for 24 pounds (or less) for food and water and try to keep the rest (including the backpack) well under 20 pounds.

I suggest: Try some 3 and 4 day hikes before your 12 day trek and work on getting your weight down.”

“aawww...you're a cool dude, ped. :-)”

“Thanks pedxing!!
I always get a rash on my hips and colarbone areas. If a few extra lbs. solve that problem, I am happy to pack light after that.

Stovestomper: No, I am not Corky Romano! Very funny.
I am this Corky: http://www.backpackingfun.com/aboutus.html”

“well hi there corky. Always nice to put a face onto a name.”

“Awww... Lyra, how kind of you. Now I feel I oughta invite you to walk to Vermont with me.

Corky: I can't argue with you on that. To me, backpacking gear are tools - there is no single best backpack, stove or sleeping bag (etc). The important thing is to get the gear that does what you need it to do. What suits one person's needs perfectly would give another fits. I'd look for other ways to solve your rash problems - but if this is the best solution for you, great!”