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Gregory Z30 Pack

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    Gregory Z30 Pack

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    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

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    Gregory Z30 Pack Specs
    Specification
    ML
    Best use
    Hiking Hiking
    Internal Internal
    No No
    28.5 liters30.5 liters
    1,739 cubic inches1,861 cubic inches
    2 lbs. 10 oz. 2 lbs. 12 oz.
    1.20 kilograms1.25 kilograms
    No No
    18 - 20 inches20 - 22 inches
    28 - 34 inches34+ inches
    Double-diamond ripstop nylon/flat weave nylon oxford Double-diamond ripstop nylon/flat weave nylon oxford
    Tensioned spring steel bar Tensioned spring steel bar
    1 peripheral rod 1 peripheral rod
    Yes Yes
    Top / Panel Top / Panel
    Top/front Top/front
    7 + main compartment 7 + main compartment
    No No
    Yes Yes
    21 x 11 x 6.5 inches21 x 11 x 6.5 inches
    Men's Men's
    2 lbs. 10 oz. 2 lbs. 12 oz.
    1.2 kilograms1.25 kilograms
    Frame type
    Ultralight
    Gear capacity (L)
    Gear capacity (cu. in.)
    Weight
    Weight - metric
    Adjustable torso
    Fits torso
    Fits waist/hips
    Material(s)
    Frame material
    Number of stays
    Suspended mesh back panel
    Pack loading
    Pack access
    Number of exterior pockets
    Sleeping bag compartment
    Raincover included
    Dimensions
    Gender
    Average weight
    Average weight - metric

    Gregory Z30 Pack Customer Reviews

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    Gregory Z30 Pack
     
    4.6

    (based on 12 reviews)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (12)
    • Lightweight (11)
    • Easy to load (9)
    • Good suspension (9)
    • Highly adjustable (6)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day hikes (10)
      • Extended trips (6)
      • Light loads (6)
      • Travel (3)
      • Wet weather (3)
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Avid adventurer (7)
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort driven (8), Survivalist / minimalist (4)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (11)

      Reviewed by 12 customers

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      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Doesn't get any better than this...

      By WingSpan

      from San Diego

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy To Load
      • Good Padding
      • Good Suspension
      • Highly Adjustable
      • Large Capacity
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day Hikes

        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.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

        (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Great!

        By EricCA

        from Sacramento, CA

        About Me Military/Law Enforcement

        See all my reviews

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        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy To Load
        • Good padding
        • Highly Adjustable
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Day trip
          • Hiking

          Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:

          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.

          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Comfort Driven
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

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          (3 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Great DAY pack but not much more

          By JeF4y

          from Atlanta, ga

          About Me Getting Started

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy To Load
          • Good Suspension
          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • Low Capacity

          Best Uses

          • Day Hikes
          • Light Loads
          • School
          • Travel

          Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:

          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.

          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Comfort Driven
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

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          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          A good pack for day hikes

          By Rob94551

          from San Francisco East Bay

          About Me Casual Adventurer

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          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy To Load
          • Good Padding
          • Good Suspension
          • Highly Adjustable
          • Large Capacity
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Day Hikes
            • Extended Hikes
            • Light Loads
            • Wet Weather

            Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:

            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.

            • What Is Your Gear Style:
            • Comfort Driven
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

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            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Excellent Day Pack

            By TheBlueMajestic

            from Nashville, TN

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            See all my reviews

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            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy To Load
            • Good Suspension
            • Lightweight

            Cons

            • Oddly Shaped

            Best Uses

            • Day Hikes
            • Light Loads
            • Music Festivals
            • Travel

            Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:

            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.

            • What Is Your Gear Style:
            • Minimalist
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

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            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great Mid-size Backpack

            By Andres Rivero

            from MEXICO CITY

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Good Padding
            • Good Suspension
            • Highly Adjustable
            • Lightweight

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Day Hikes
              • Extended Hikes
              • Light Loads
              • Wet Weather

              Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:

              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.

              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Comfort Driven
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great daypack!

              By Altaholic

              from Wasatch Mtns

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              See all my reviews

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              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Good Suspension
              • Highly Adjustable
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Day Hikes
                • Extended Hikes
                • Wet Weather

                Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:

                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!

                • What Is Your Gear Style:
                • Minimalist
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

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                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                great for day hiking

                By brokenfingers

                from littletin, CO

                About Me Avid Adventurer

                See all my reviews

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Easy To Load
                • Good Suspension

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Day Hikes
                  • Extended Hikes

                  Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:

                  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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                  • Comfort Driven
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Awsome

                  By Outdoor Joel

                  from Northwest Washington

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Easy To Load
                  • Highly Adjustable
                  • Large capacity
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Car Camping
                    • Commuting
                    • Cycling
                    • Day trip
                    • Hiking

                    Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:

                    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.

                    • What Is Your Gear Style:
                    • Comfort Driven
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

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                    4.0

                    Rugged and comfortable daypack

                    By Treblehook

                    from West Kelowna, British Columbia, Ca.

                    About Me Casual Adventurer

                    See all my reviews

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                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Good Suspension
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Day Hikes
                      • Travel

                      Comments about Gregory Z30 Pack:

                      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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                      • Comfort Driven
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

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