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Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
Recently hiked Cactus to Clouds on a very warm day and the ventilation system on this pack is outstanding. It's light weight and not once did I feel any discomfort while carrying 8 liters of water. Gregory really has a winner with this pack. I have used more than 2 dozen different backpack's in the 40+ years I have been hiking and I can say with complete confidence this one is over all the best I've ever used.
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I took this pack on a strenuous eight mile hike yesterday in Mt. Tam, CA. I pretty much had no idea that this pack was on my back! It was extremely comfortable and was able to pack enough stuff for the day. The padding keeps the pack off of your back and allows air to flow freely between your back and the pack which helps to keep your back cool and dry.
There was plenty of space inside for me to pack what I needed to bring and the water bladder that I had inside didn't really seem to make much of a space issue. The only down side that I found is that there are not many organizational pockets for smaller items like phones and keys, but there was a key hook which was nice.
An added bonus that I found was that this years model came with a rain cover which can cost you around $20, but this one came with the pack and is still the same price as last years model. I have not had a chance to use the rain cover yet, but we are getting a lot of rain this week which means it will be put to the test this weekend =).
Overall, the pack was a bit more than I wanted to spend originally, but the comfort and space was definetly worth the price. I also bought my wife the Jade 28 which she loved.
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I bought this pack for dual use.
1 - Day hikes
2 - Inner-city errands
For the above 2 items it functions FANTASTIC. There is ample room to grab a few goods from the local store and bring them home without lugging bags. Likewise it's small enough to throw a few items in it and head to the park. Day hikes are also perfect where little to no gear is required.
It adjusts great on my long torso (6'2") and the mesh back works wonders in the heat.
Where it falls short in my opinion is the overall size. When you slide in a hydration pack, you lose a TON of space. The bag just doesn't open up enough front-to-back to accommodate much of anything rigid along with the hydration pack.
Additionally the swag-bags on the waist belt are very small and are tough to accommodate an iphone.
In all, it's perfect for someone who wants a daypack but if you are overnighting, or need any additional room for rigid items (books, cartons, food cans, etc) you may want to consider a bigger option.
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I have been looking for some time for a good day pack, for local trails in the Bay Area, but also a more extended long day hiking in Yosemite or other State and National Parks. I looked at (North Face Borealis, REI Venturi 30, and the Deuter Futura 32). I was looking for 1 - Comfort2 - Size3 - Fit (I am 5' 10" 195 lbs)4 - Layout of the packAfter studing and reading what I could, I tried them all, walking in each, and seeing how they "fit" me, I narrowed it down to the Dueter or the Gregory. I ended up with the Gregory, because of the the comfort and fit. I am NOT disappointed. It's suspenstion has a lot of adjustments and was the coolest most comfortable wearing. The mesh backing really helped keep me cooler than the others. It is big enough and easy to grab things out of and the pockets work well for me. Holds your normal hiking items with room for more, but also easy to stash layers as your hike grows warmer in the day. Has the ability to add a hydration unit to it (I took my camelback and just used that bladder).Bottom line, for me, is that a pack that is extremely comfortable is the best pack. This by far, is the most comfortable pack I have owned. Great for day hikes (short or long), a vacation where you are lugging a lot of things and want it out of your hands but not have a bulky pack. I liked that it also comes with a rain cover. Never know when you need it and it's always there.It was the most expensive of all the pack I reviewed, but was worth the extra dollars. If you go to an REI store you can wear it around the store, and have them load it up with their weighted pillows to give you a feel of how it will be. If you want comfort, a lot of adjustments and ease of use try it.Only side bar...... the hip pockets are very small. I could get my iPhone in with a bit of effort, but it did come out easily as needed. Buy it, you won't regret it.
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I own several Gregory packs and even though the company has changed hands in the past few years, I believe they have kept their original quality. The material seems durable yet very light weight. I wouldn't throw it down on the ground or over rocks carelessly but it doesn't seem delicate either. Excellent storage options without being overwhelmed with pockets and excess material. I especially love the huge opening into the main compartment! My only complaint is that the curved back, though a plus in hot weather, gives the pack a long and slim profile which can make for some creative packing. Overall a great pack and the perfect size for day trips.
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I got this pack looking for a small snowboard backpack that could fit my layers, camera, and liquids. The pack isn't that small, it can grow if stuffed. Yet it is very comfortable, dry and could access my stuff right away. I love the wet open compartment, and the adjusting straps. Stitching is solid. Fabrics and details are awesome.
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This is one of the best daypacks out there. The suspension is well thought out and makes a heavy load feel light. The trampoline style back keeps your back cool, but is not too convex to inhibit interior space inside the pack(too much).
There are 2 smaller pockets to keep stuff separated.
The pack holds enough for a long summer dayhike or spring/fall hikes where you have to bring more clothes. Highly recommended!
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needed a pack for day hike's up colorado's 14ers. This is the perfect pack for that. Took it up Mt. Ebert his past weekend. Perfect size for extended day hiking. Group I was with flamed out and I ended up hauling 3 gallons of everyone's water. Pack held up great. Would likely recommend platypus's resevoir over the Osprey one as all the plastic of the Osprey resevoir tends to eat up alot of space. All in all a great pack, just enough pockets to get the job done, but not so many you can't find anything.
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This is a great pack. You can not go wrong with a Gregory. This is my second Gregory pack and it is perfect for day trips. Really comfortable, light, with lots of room. The air movement between the pack and my back is awesome! I am 6' and I got the large. I have made a few trips with this pack now, and it keeps getting better.
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Ideal for day hikes, with sufficient room for hydration pak, stove, fuel, pot, lunch and necessary clothing items. The sales person at REI was most helpful in picking this backpack, given my needs and the dollar amount I wanted to spend.
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