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Gregory Z65 Backpack - 3600-4332cu in
How does this compare to the Osprey atmos 65? anyone own these...
By Benjamin Binsfeld
Ranked #1616 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
May 25, 2009
How does this compare to the Osprey atmos 65? anyone own these packs out there?
View Details: Gregory Z65 Backpack - 3600-4332cu in
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By ash2518947
Ranked #738 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
December 17, 2010
I had the Osprey Atmos also but returned it. I tried it on a 9 mile trek and back in the Rockies and the weight was not focused on my hips at all. It made the trek terrible. My friend let me try on his Baltoro and wow, my hips felt fine with it. Now I'm looking at this bc the Baltoro is a little big for my needs.
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By WallDiver7
Ranked #468 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
July 2, 2009
My results with the Atmos 65 were a little different. I didn't feel that the ATmos put the load on my hips as well as other packs I have used. In fact, I find myself with a 33 to 35 lb load re-adjusting too much in an attempt to alieviate excessive shoulder pressure. I think the reason for this is because the ATmos doesn't have a complete wrap-around hip belt, but instead uses the back mesh of the pack as part of its hip belt. (NOT to push the Z65,.. but it does have a complete hip belt, and that's why it weights just a little more) I also have found that I must cinch up the load lifter straps to keep the pack from bouncing. AFter listening/reading all the rave reviews on the ATmos, I'm considering returning it and trying the Z65.
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By dstutzmanc1343150
Ranked #1360 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
June 3, 2009
Write your answer here...I haven't tried the z65 but the Osprey atmos 65 fits like a dream and I am using it for extended trips on the AT. Weight distribution is the best I have ever felt, carrying most on my hips. I tried other packs with approximately the weight I carry in the store and then walked around for 20 minutes with the atmos. I could tell that I had weight but the balance was beautiful! I could bend, sway, stoop and bend over to pick up objects with no problems. I am 66 and have hiked for many decades around the US and this is the best pack i have ever used!
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 210D Double Box ripstop nylon
- Volume:
- [S] 3600cu in (59L); [M] 3966cu in (65L); [L] 4332cu in (71L)
- Suspension:
- 1 Aluminum stay, molded frame sheet
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, front
- Pockets:
- [External] 1 lid, 1 front, 1 water bottle; [Internal] 1 hydration
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- None
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [S] 3lb 10oz (1.6kg); [M] 3lb 14oz (1.8kg); [L] 4lb 3oz (1.9kg)
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, travel
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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