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Mountain Hardwear Virtuosa Women's Backpack - 3600cu in
My backpacking/camping backpack is a Dana Designs (US made) from...
By ncaligirl
Ranked #629 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
July 16, 2008
My backpacking/camping backpack is a Dana Designs (US made) from 1993-ish. It's a packhorse, and can hold my entire household and 3 liters of wine comfortably backpacking in the Sierras. That being said, I've been wanting a slim, trim weekender-type pack. Designs have obviously improved by using lighter-weight, durable materials, streamlined design, etc. So - comfortable aside (the previous reviewer has convinced me it's good), is this a reasonable weekend pack? Seems like a great bargain.
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By Jeff Gerhard
Ranked #1 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
November 22, 2008
Dana Designs was bought out by Marmot actually, not MHW. MHW packs are nice and I have seen good things about this pack, but if you want to have similar comfort to the Dana ou have Marmot makes a few women specific packs that are slick. Either one would be an improvement from your 15 year old pack. :) I have the Dana from about 98 and it is killer but compared to packs these days it is a dead weight!There are many packs on the market that would suit your needs. I got my wife the Quest & she loves it. I has a good suspension system, a bit larger, & more than a pound lighter than the MH Virtuosa. Here's more information:http://www.golite.com/Product/proddetail.aspx?p=PA5257&s=1
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 420D and 630D Cordura
- Volume:
- [S] 3600cu in, (59L); [M] 4000cu in, (66L)
- Suspension:
- Exodus Motive
- Back Panel:
- Adjustable
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- Yes
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No, available
- Access Types:
- Top
- Gear Loops:
- No
- External Pockets:
- Lid, front, wand pockets
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Hiking, backpacking, camping
- Weight:
- [S] 4lb 6oz; [M] 5lb 3oz
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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