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The North Face Primero 70 Backpack - 3950-4600cu in

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I just purchased the Primero 70 and took it on its maiden voyage....

By Ranked #940 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in) May 24, 2009

I just purchased the Primero 70 and took it on its maiden voyage. What was supposed to be a four day three night trip in the Rockies was cut to two days and a hitch hike home because of tremendous discomfort.

So, I measured out at 19.5 inches on the torso length (which puts me in a large). However, the large seems to be too long. So, the lower EVA back pad fit closer to my tail bone than my lumbar. The hip belt put tremendous pressure on my hips because it sat too low. When I attempted to raise it up to normal position, it killed my shoulders. It rubbed in places it shouldn't have (I have a nasty burn on my lower back to show for it).

Today, I found that the shoulder straps are held into the back of the pack with velcro. Is this the only torso adjustment? Is there something else I should do? I am thinking of selling this one and going for the medium. The pack is awesome except for the serious fit issues. Help?

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By Ranked #729 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in) June 9, 2009

I work in a gear store and this pack has me puzzled. I am 6'4 with a torso length of about 21", which normally puts me firmly in "large" or even XL territory for pack sizes. Not so with the Primero. I tried on a large and it was stupidly big! Adjusting the back length down significantly helped a little but whatever I did the lumbar pad was sitting on my tailbone and the back panel was rubbing against my shoulder blades. So I went and tried on a medium and found it much better. With the hip-belt and lumber pad in the right position, the back panel was in the right position and the shoulder straps were flush against my shoulders all the way round (which is a good indication of a good fit for any pack). I don't know what data The North Face were using when they designed this pack. I cannot imagine there are many people who would require a "large" in this pack, seeing as a medium fit me with plenty of length left in the back (4-5 inches). I am sure that the sizing guide is incorrect. Anyone up to a 22" torso should look for a medium, I think.

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By Ranked #13 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in) May 24, 2009

when ever going to buy a pack go to the store load it up, walk around and see how it feels. I was not a fan of this pack, got it and returned it. The back velcro straps is it, what you see is what you get. Maybe some other gear heads will be more help but i think its just the wrong pack for you.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
630D Nylon 
Volume:
[S] 3950cu in (65L); [M] 4300cu in (70L); [L] 4600cu in (75L) 
Suspension:
X-Radial with 7075 aluminum stays, E-VAP shoulder harness, E-VAP 3-point hip-belt 
Hydration Compatible:
Yes 
Torso Adjustment:
Yes 
Detachable Pack:
No 
Sleeping Bag Compartment:
Yes 
Rain Cover:
No 
Access Types:
Top, side 
External Pockets:
1 Lid, 1 front, 2 side 
Snowboard Carry:
No 
Ski Carry:
No 
Gear Loops:
2 Trekking pole 
Ice Axe Loops:
2 
Shovel Pocket:
No 
Weight:
[M] 5lb (2270g) 
Recommended Use:
Weekend backpacking trips 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 

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