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Gregory Z30 Pack
The lightweight Gregory Z30 pack sports an advanced suspension for a perfect fit that keeps your back cool and dry while hauling up to 30 lbs. of your adventure gear.
- Flexible Auto-Fit harness conforms to your shoulder angles; perforated foam shoulder straps, with 3D mesh surfaces, wick away moisture
- CrossFlo™ Dynamic Transfer Suspension (DTS) provides unrestricted airflow across your back and helps move moisture away to keep you cool and dry
- DTS harness configuration increases the stiffness of the frame as the load increases, ensuring the weight gets transferred directly to the hipbelt
- Internal sleeve accommodates a hydration reservoir (sold separately); dual exit ports allow drinking tube to be routed on either side of pack
- Front bucket pocket lets you quickly stash and access bulky gear
- Quick access waistbelt pockets are ideal for stashing gels, lip balm, sunscreen, mini-tool or small electronics
- Side and bottom compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying and double as lash points for bulky gear
- Zippered top and front pockets, side stretch pockets and dual ice axe/tool attachments provide additional options to store your gear
- The Gregory Z30 pack is made of 210-denier double diamond ripstop nylon and 330-denier oxford flat weave nylon that resist tears and abrasion
Please note: Gregory products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.
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Gregory Z30 Pack Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable (28)
- Easy to load (21)
- Lightweight (20)
- Good padding (17)
- Highly adjustable (16)
Cons
Best Uses
- Day trip (15)
- Hiking (15)
- Day hikes (12)
- Extended trips (6)
- Light loads (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (12), Avid adventurer (10), Casual adventurer (3), Practical (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (3)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (17), Survivalist / minimalist (7)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (28)
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Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- High Quality
- Lots Of Adjustability
- Lots of Pockets
Cons
- Doesn't Sit On The Ground
- Intrusive Stiffener
- Suspension Too Taut
- Very Stiff
Best Uses
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
I was a rookie backpack buyer and am writing this to inform someone that might be in a similar situation. This is a serious hiking only pack. If you want a pack for school, shopping, or cycling, this is NOT it! Load control, back ventilation, and load suspension have been given priority over anything else in this design. The suspension net and frame are so taut that it is like having a strung bow on your back. This pack must be heavily loaded and cinched tight or it will bounce because of the net. The net is so taut that it causes some pressure discomfort. The frame curves about 2-3 inches into the main compartment. Not only does this reduce capacity but something flat and hard like a big book, frozen pizza, or laptop will not load well because of the frame curvature. The pack has no bottom to sit on, just the endpoints of the frame so you have to lean the pack or lay it flat. For serious hiking where you are going to cinch the pack down and walk for hours, it is probably great if the pressure of the suspension net is comfortable for you. I bought this pack because of the capacity, the waist belt, rain fly, hydration sleeve, side pockets, helmet clearance for cycling, numerous compartments, and adjustability. Its lack of everyday practicality was not obvious until I started using it.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- High Quality
- Lots of Pockets
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Day hikes
- Overnight Trips
- Traveling
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
The Z30 from Gregory is a great all-around pack. The quality of the construction is excellent, the padding is comfortable, and the CrossFlo suspension is a life saver on hot summer days. It's large enough for an overnight backpacking trip (or even multi-day trips if you're a light packer), and also small enough for a day pack thanks to the compression straps on the sides.
I've used the pack on several trips in warm and cool weather now, and the pack has carried everything that I needed. I'm very satisfied with the Z30.
It is definitely heavier than similar sized packs from other companies, but once you've carried it all day in the heat, I think you'll agree that the suspension, padding, and high-quality materials are worth every ounce!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- High Quality
- Lots of Pockets
Cons
Best Uses
- Day-hike Pack
- Traveling
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
Do several day hikes per month with 250-member hiking club (in-state and out-of-state) so get a chance to see lots of gear. I'm replacing my Osprey Talon 22 (which I've loved for years but is wearing out). This pack had every element I was looking for (outer pocket for stuffing jacket; sturdy zippers; trekking poles straps on both sides; decent volume). LIke the Osprey, it has good ventilation for back (important here in AZ) and is uber comfortable (like the Osprey). The materials quality is unsurpassed (just as with my Gregory Baltoro 65). I expect to have this for many years.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
I needed a day pack that could haul a fair amount of gear, not be too big or heavy, and also fit my torso (I got the Large size, which fits a 21 inch torso) The waist belt fits where it should and doesn't ride high like other small or regular sized packs. This Gregory Z30 is perfect. The main opening is large for easy access. The 'top' pocket is just as easily accessible. Both open from the top. Nice sized side pouches for 1 liter water bottles; and the bucket pocket expands sizably for quick to get at gear. The suspension on the back of this pack, works well - and doesn't cause it to constantly tip over when it's placed on the floor or against a wall (like some other brands). Rain cover worked 100% in 3 hours of rain and hail on Mt. Rainier last week. Great pack.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
Cons
Best Uses
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
I am a 6'3", 250 lb hiker with some back problems. I have had difficulty finding a day-pack that fits my size comfortably. I typically stick to an external frame pack for my multi-day trips because they seem to carry the weight better on my hips. This pack replaced my old Gregory Pow, which placed all the weight on my shoulders. I was very pleased with how the pack carries the weight on my hips. The pack remained comfortable all day. As I was hiking I felt a sudden coolness on my back and assumed my hydration system had failed. Then I realized it was a cool breeze under the suspension system. I've always been pleased with Gregory products and I am very pleased with this pack and its fit. Its always easy to find companies who make gear for the average sized hiker, it's nice that Gregory designs with the individual hiker in mind.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Cycling
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
No issues with the pack. Adjust hip belt first and all else falls into place.
Service and delivery comments:
Many kudos to the sales personnel at the Carolina Place Mall location of REI in Charlotte, NC. They were instrumental in helping select packs, hiking shoes, water shoes and socks.
Their suggestions made our trip out west much more enjoyable!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Car Camping
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
This is the first good backpack I've gotten and I really am liking it. Although I'm a woman, none of the packs designed for women fit me well, but this fit perfectly. The weight is distributed very well and I haven't had any problems carrying about 25 lbs. in the pack and probably wouldn't carry much more in this pack. The weight balances well in the pack and doesn't throw me off balance. My only real complaint about the bag is that loading and unloading it can be a bit of a pain. I always have to remember to put the water pouch in first, otherwise I have to take everything out to get the water in. Also, everything I put in the bottom in the pack is a bit hard to get to and so I try not to pack necessary items that I will need during them middle of a hike there. I really like the little zippered pouches on the waist straps where I can keep chapstick and the like. A friend of mine also had this pack as his first backpack. It seems like it is a solid investment for dedicated newbies, who are going on extended day hikes or who are car camping.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Lightweight
- Nice Back Ventilation
Cons
- Not enough pockets
- Too expensive
Best Uses
- Day hiking
- Hiking
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
I am not a fan of this type of loading in many of the modern packs, but my son likes it so that is all that matters for this pack. We bought it because it fit just so for him, going on some lone day hikes this spring. The back ventilation systems is really great, seems super durable even though lightweight.
Wish it had a few more compartments. And the price of these packs are way out of touch with reality...but oh well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large capacity
- Looks good
- Lots of attachment points
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Day trip
- Hiking
- Ultra Light Overnight
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
Overall a great pack. I needed a larger pack for day hikes. I'm an avid photographer and tend to over pack. This pack fits everything I need for a long day out including my photography gear. The medium pack is right at the verge of being a bit large for me, I'm 5'6" and 135lbs. Typically with my gear and water I'm carrying about 25lbs to 30lbs, no problem. The pack handles the weight nicely and distributes it properly to the hips. Tons of attachment points, nice pull tabs on the zippers, good size stuff pouch, and a couple of smaller pouches. I gave 4 stars due to the sizing and the fact that I have only had the pack for a couple months so I can't speak on longevity. It definitely seems to be made very well. We'll see if it stands the test of time!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
Cons
- Bulky
- Small Capacity
Best Uses
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:
I bought this bag hoping to use it as a day pack or fast overnight bag. It's definitely very supportive and very adjustable. I used it to haul some climbing gear a couple miles and the load felt great. However, my issue with it is that bag is overly curved. This means that if whatever you're trying to pack in your does not contour to the curve in the bag, you'll have odd protrusions poking at the sides. Shells, rainflys, and a bivy will go in fine, but tent poles, stoves, and a cook set are a pain to deal with. Unfortunately, I'll be sending this one back to try out something that is a little less curved.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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