Backpack Review-Gregory

Having comfortable and quality gear can make the difference between having an exciting or problematic time on a backpacking trip. Its not always necessary to buy the most expensive gear. Hand-me-down items can be wonderful, but one should always make sure that the gear they obtain is the right size for their body.

Buying a backpacking backpack is an investment for sure. You might think that the pack you are carrying your things isn't too important. It just goes on your back right? A backpack on a trip can be your best or worst friend. A comfortable pack is one that will let you take in the scenery and wildlife on a trail. Wearing an uncomfortable pack will nag at a person so their hiking is more of a chore than a delight.

During the Winter of '06, I set out on three month backpacking through Patagonia with a group of 12 students and one professor. We were going to have to carry very big loads at times so I purchased a really big pack. The one I have is made by Gregory and is called the Mt. Whitney.






This pack is part of Gregory's Adventure Series which is sup post to be used for 5+days with weights up to 65 pounds. However, I have to say that this pack is pretty huge and I carried loads that were heavier than 65 pounds at times. I usually wouldn't want to carry that heavy of a pack for personal trips but my trip was for school so we had to carry other items(Many Books and Food for 12).

This pack is great because it has many pockets on the outside that give access to the main large, inner-holding area.This pack has a very comfortable strap system that stays comfortable for long likes. It also has a convenient detachable top that acts as mini pack for day hikes.Im not a spokesperson for Gregory packs, but I do think that this pack was great for me on all my hikes and I have never had a problem.

If you are thinking about checking out any of Adventure Out's backpacking trips and are deciding on buying a pack now, it is not necessary to buy a pack as big or expensive as mine. But my advice is to choose your pack wisely. Use the force and the pack be with you.