I've had this pack for about six months and I've used it for cragging, hitting the gym, traveling, and biking. It's a little on the large size for just going out for a sport climb, but it fits everything nicely with room to spare and allows for some nice organization.

I also like that it is just big enough for a long weekend trip while small enough to fit in the overhead bin of an airplane with a little shove.

On the occasions I've had to bike with my laptop to work along with some clothes, this pack has been great on a 15 mile ride. The straps worked nicely and weren't uncomfortable at all on the ride.

Overall though, I use this pack as a climbing gym pack and it's great for it. Toss multiple pairs of climbing shoes in there along with your harness, chalk bag, and keep your keys and wallet nicely organized in one of the top compartments.

Lastly, this pack seems like it will hold up for a long time with its nylon and ballistics cordura.

Overall I am very stoked on this backpack. The organizational features are a very clever design and it definitely helps me from getting nervous that I didn't pack my shoes, harness or chalk bag since there is a place for each item. I know before leaving the house that I have everything packed. The thing that sets this pack apart from any other that I've used for cragging before is the feature that allows the pack to split into two and fold out like a suitcase. The burly Cordura (drybag) material is thick and durable so the pack can lay in the dirt, on rocks or on muddy surfaces and not get all beat up and worn like your typical nylon pack. I learned it sheds water very well after I got caught in a hailstorm last weekend. It also comes with a ground tarp useful for laying out your gear or a spot for the dog to lay down. If you are over 6 feet tall I would suggest getting the large/long version since the torso length on the regular is pretty short.

I was originally using a top loading pack for all my gear and it was finally time to get rid of it. I got tired of losing stuff at the bottom and tearing everything out of it to find it. Got this baby for my b-day and have to say it nears perfection! I'm an organization freak and it's got all the spots, allthough wasn't sure about some of the pockets at first. The mesh pocket is perfect for my shoes (and keep them aired out), there is a smaller fold over pocket for your chalk bag and loose change, and a nice roomy pocket I put my harness in which even handles the essentials still clipped to it. The other side has three gear loops for all my other hardwear with plenty of room at the bottom for misc. webbing and stuff. A nylon panel clips to cover and keep it all in place. Oh nice big tarp too! I don't know about sticking a rope in there, with all my gear it was a pretty tight fit, so I'll be keeping that to a rope bag. It's nice to get to your favorite rock, open it up and have everything right there to get ready fast. Even a last minute call to head to the rock gym the other night was easy because I knew everything was in it, where it should be, and ready to go. Comfort on the back is OK, but your not going on all day hikes with it either. I looked at many others and would say if your in the market for a crag bag this is it.

I looked around for a while for a good mid-size cragging pack that would have easy access to the contents and some organizational capability. This pack meets my needs and so far seems really sturdy. The built-in pockets are really nice and I always appreciate a key clip so I know where the car keys are. I also like the gear loops for attaching things that I am not using so they don't get lost. I wouldn't hang a full rack on them though.

I am 5'7" and the regular size pack fits me well.

My only complaint is that the straps seem a little close to each other, so that they rub on my neck a bit. This might be an issue for a longer approach.

I love it yet the only down fall is hanging rope on top, there is very little to tie off to.

This isn't just a bag, it's an organizer, with compartments and pockets for everything. Comes with a tarp, and has a clip point inside for it. The gear loops have plenty of racking space for a stout sport rack (it gets crowded if you've got a lot of gear), and the internal compression panel allows you to put the heavy stuff against your back, instead of in the bottom of the pack.

As a pack, the harness is comfy and adjustable, no surprises await you here.

Once you're at the crag, it opens all the way up, making everything easy to see and sort- a definite luxury that my buddies comment on. If you're an organization fetishist with firm opinions about everything having its place, this pack has a spot for pretty much everything. The material is plain burly, perhaps over-engineered, but waterproof and confidence-inspiring.

I find that if I put my rack + shoes + harness + a full water bag that getting a rope in there is an iffy thing- even though this is big for a 'day pack', it's not quite big enough for everything- I keep my rope in a separate bag- but it's waay convenient to just grab this and a rope on the way out of the garage!

over all I thought the bag was pretty cool,but my problem was that when you load a full rack into the bag it pulls the top of the bag down which makes the load lifter straps a moot point which means a long hike is out of the question. my suggestion would be, if your going to put gear loops in the top of the bag, it needs to have some rigid support so that it still functions like a real pack. I know that I'm trying to use it for something it was not intended for, so for short walks to local crags, its great, maybe they'll make a long distance version next.

I've had this pack for a month now and have taken it on several trips. I love it! It distributes the weight beautifully and holds everything!! I have told all of my climbing buddies about and expect to see more of these packs at the gym and crag.

It's not perfect, but it's really darn close!

I got this pack as a bicycle commuter (5'9" in Seattle), and I think any cyclist would be happy to use this pack. I got the medium size, which holds a full load of groceries, but would probably buy the large if I had to do it again.

This pack is very well designed, and solved a number of my problems:
-Soft sided packs leave bad lumps, making for uncomfortable riding. The HDPE back plate eliminates this problem, and helps add necessary stiffness.
-The padded, quality waist belt removes unnecessary stress from the lower back. Why don't more cycling packs have a waist belt? It continues to boggle me.
-The pack is nigh water tight, so my gear stays dry. In a pinch, I just put in a plastic bag and then it's hermetically sealed.
-The straps are very adjustable for a comfortable fit.
-The padded bottom means that the fit is extremely comfortable and the durability is great - I have no worries of rub-through.
-The split open design makes finding things a snap.
-The tarp is handy for all kinds of random things you wouldn't expect (need a jury-rigged sun shade, no problemo!)
-The back of the interior cavity has one of those cloth compression areas, which nicely fits a laptop sleeve, making this pack a reasonable applicant for a school pack (important for me as well)

My major complaints are lack of diverse pocket space, and the damned half-moon zipper. Why would you design a pocket like that?! Of course, as a student and commuter I'm not using the pack for its intended purpose, so I let these points slide. Overall, I'm still very happy with my purchase, and haven't found anything else on the market I'd rather have.