Tim L.R.

Has enough light for trail walking and dims down easily to save on battery power. The red lens cover flips up and down easily too to help with the night vision, you don't have to continually push a button trying to find the red night vision light. Weighs very little.... The Red Lens Cover(flipping up and down)takes alittle getting use to..

Outstanding! Like the idea of being able to remove the tube before placing the reservoir in the refrigerator. The insulator pouch was well thought out, being able to carry it by the handle/hang inside pack or the "D" ring attachments and also being able to see inside the reservoir. This will be my new Platypus Insulator hydration system's first field excursion....

Its alittle on the large side for my(Osprey Quantum),
19.5"x 12"x 14" (34L) backpack, but its keeps the dust off my pack and the backpack dry.... I like the snap attachment which helps keep the raincover in place.

Like the extra pocket on the front of my NEW Quasar Pack, don't miss the mesh which was on my Ouantum, I don't miss the 1/2"in the main compartment that I gave up,still packing all that I need with room to spare in my NEW Quasar. Both are great backpacks. Wish Osprey would get rid of the elastic bands on the right shoulder harness strap (they stretch out shape)and go with what they have on the left shoulder harness(Nylon Cloth)on both sides..

Having tested them in the sand. They have to be buried deep and pack down good to the top of the webbing and even then it depends on how large your tent is, for them to hold and how strong the wind is blowing. I'm trying them on a Kelty Sunshade 10'X 10'.. They are made very well, but just wish the pockets were alittle larger/wider. I'll keep them for my smaller tent and hopefully they'll work on both tent and Kelty Sunshade dome....

The Exos34(M) is a well made(Little)backpack, afew more straps then I wanted but they can be tucked away. Very comfortable to wear, seem to lighten the load that I had put in it. Returning it for The 46(M). The 34(M) was just alittle to small for what I needed it for. The Jungle Green, very low profile. Very nice little backpack.

UL Raincover Light weight, packs small, Elastic DrawCord makes for a good fit around my Osprey Quantum 2075 cu.in 34L pack, alittle on the large side.. Will be using UL RainCover (not) only for the rain, but also as a dust cover for my Backpack while in the field.. Snaps can be pulled and attached together behind the backpack for a tighter/snugger fit.... Also fits my Osprey Porter 46 & 65 gear haulers....

Alittle hard to set up solo at first, but easy to do once you've done it a time or two and get to know the the procedure. The wall is a plus to the Kelty Sunshade unit, it provides more shade coverage and some wind protection. Poles seem to be some what durable, only time and usage will tell....

There were NO instructions on how to lay out the poles or how to adjust height-width on the shade tent. Set up is alittle hard for one person and moving the tent around by one person can be some what difficult.. As for everything else on the shade-tent only time and use will tell.

The Therm Carry Bag is doing what I had expected it to do and that was to carry my Native Style Flutes(28" - 23")long and some shorter, the end pocket works great for my headlamp and other small items. Over all the carry bag has worked out just great....

Great little bag for what I use it for,hopefully it'll stay together alitte longer this time round, will be more careful on cinching down on my load. Thank you Backcountry for your speedy service again....

Great little sink, been using (one) as a washing basen on my excursions and the other for my dishes. holds alot more water then I expected. Both folds up great to save on space. thinking of sending for the 5L sink for my backpack....

Timbuk2(XL)- Main Compartment 24" while lid is 26.6" compartment to small for what I needed.. Returned .. Great looking bag...

Packs small,making room for other items. not only in my backpack but also in my basecamp cooking gear box. will do another review once I've used it for awhile, Ordered(2)10L sinks..
Would recommend washing the sink out before using it....

Orded the (L)9"X 28" bag to carry 9 of my native style flutes plus sound equipment(Vortex Walkabout)worked out just great.. Really liked both the Draw down String/front closure cinch down straps, Keeps everything staying tightly in place.. Small pocket holds headlamp plus afew other small items ....
Wish the bag was made of thicker material and water proof, both would be a plus to the bag.

THEY ARE BOTH GREAT POLES.. YOU CAN FEEL THE DIFFERENCE (2oz.) IN THE WEIGHT (IF THAT MATTERS)..THE TRAIL TREKKER FEELS ALITTLE MORE RIGID ON THE DOWNWARD CONTACT WITH THE GROUND AND THATS BECAUSE IT'S LACKING THE (CST) SHOCK SYSTEM. BUT STILL A GREAT POLE FOR THE COST.

The(BD Trail Poles)will be my second set of Black Diamond Trekking Poles.. I presently own (The Trail Shock), but wanted something alittle different.. The Black Diamond Trail Shock Poles have served me well since I've had'em.. The trekking poles do make a difference, with or without a backpack on.. I have no doubt that these (Black Diamond Trail Trekking Poles) will serve me just as well as my other set have.. Semper Fi

This pack can carry a Osprey 3L hydration bladder, poncho, trekking poles, climbing rope and still have room for other items.. All-n-all, a out standing pack, other pockets well thought out. Its a keeper, a addition to my other Osprey gear. Shipping was fast, thank you all, job well done...

The bite valve cover on this unit (WILL NOT) fit over the(Straight)Camelback Ergo Hydrolock shut off valve..Disappointed, because I was told it would....

I've had the TALON 22 for afew weeks now and its worked out just fine. "BUT" I'm not to happy with the zippers closures on the hip belt, maybe velcro closures would have been better ???? Having some trouble when pulling on the zipper tabs when trying to close the pockets again....

Plenty of pockets for the smaller items that I carry.. More room then I expected in the main compartment, I can now carry my Tarp Tent. Just wished it had one more gear loop on the(left side)of the pack. Other then that, "it'll work.." The T22 fits under my poncho when in the rain.. Another Osprey quality made backpack just like the others that I own.."Thanks again to BackCountry for their outstanding services."

I've had nothing but good responses from Blk.Diamond(SLCity,Utah) concerning the maintenance and other various questions concerning my BD-TS-CST trekking poles.

The only problem I've had so far is the Cam Lever pins have been backing out on the bottom two flicklock units. Called BD and have new locks on the way..

Thank you Blk.Diamond(SLCity,Ut.)

These poles were worth the few extra dollars.....
* They feel good in the hands
* Alot less hassle to adjust the pole heights
* The shock system has good travel
* Feel lighter than they look
* Shaft foam grips work great for up/side hill traversing
* The Flicklock system outstanding
* Wrist strap are comfortable

* Adjusting these poles can be a pain,Twist here,
twist there.
* The rubber/hard plastic boot that is suppose to keep out the dirt from the inner side of the shaft didn't work very well.
* The ergo soft handle grips made my palms sweaty/wet.
* The shaft surface is easily scratchable..

I just bought the HYROLOCK Shut-off valve today to replace my Bite valve. It works so much better. You might want to get a bigger water Bladder cause the water flow is so much better and easier. You can operate this little unit with one hand with no problem. You can still put another in line if your still worried about getting a little water on your gear. Outstanding little product.

The 46 is small enough to to be placed on the back seat with all my gear in place. Just in case of an emergency. It can also can double as a back pack(padded shoulder straps)Do not over load and it will work just fine.. The compression strap system works great for keeping inside load in place and also for placing extra gear(Trekking poles)when not in use. Can also fold down to be placed inside The porter 90 if need be. The Porter 46 has served me will in travel and in the field. Hydration bag can be placed in outter long front compartment... ""Do Not over load when using as back pack, This gear hauler is not a backpack.... But you will appreciate its versatility..

Make it be understood that these two Ospery Porter Packs(65-90) are NOT made for long distance hiking but for carrying gear from vehicle/Helicopter to the room. The shoulder harness and shoulder strap make it alot easier then dragging your bags up a flight stairs or on small wheels through the sand. I like the option of carrying my bag/gear on my shoulders or on the back, If need be strapped to my guide frame which is ment for long distance packing gear or game.... I am very happy with with my Porter 90 and when I feel I need a smaller gear/clothing hauler I will be looking at the Porter 65. I have other (Back)packs with detachable day packs that will take me into the sticks or canyons for days..

The more I try out different hauling situations on this duffle/Backpack(Porter90)The more I like it's capability of carrying my gear. I got a feeling the rest of the crew will envy my pack... Eat your hearts out its mine and it's a keeper.... But I can tell you where to get one....

The reason for returning the Porter 65 was because it was a little to small for my needs and have re-orded for The Porter 90 which is some what larger and hope it(P-90) will meet my requirements. Thanks again to(ALL)the staff members for their outstanding services... Very nice pack (P-65),Well made and would recommend it to anyone looking for this size of pack... TLR

The Porter 65 was just alittle to small for my needs so I will try the The Porter 90. What I like about these packs is there are no loose ends straps hanging all over the unit. Nice looking pack and looked well built. Will try again. Thanks to the staff you've all been very helpful and understanding. That will keep me coming back as I up grade my packing gear.. Thank you

Break a (Buckle/Strap Snaps)"NOT ON PURPOSE" and company is willing replace the whole pack, (Not just the snap or buckle)..Can't beat that deal and the company is close to my homeland....

Just purchased The Osprey Porter 65 this morning and hope it will meet my expectations.. Thanks to the very friendly staff all info. I was requesting was answered. Will write review at later time.. Thank you..