Gear Review
GoLite VO24 Backpack - 1500cu in
Fantastic Day Pack
By Jeff Franzreb
Ranked #102 - Daypacks - Technical
January 27, 2009
This is the best day pack I've bought and the last one I'll need to buy, other than longer trips or perhaps winter day trips. The weight and versatility is exactly what I needed. It works very well on day trips to tackle 14ers. It even compacts by folding in half and stuffed in the top part of my weekend pack to be used an any necessary day trips, like lake hikes or 14er ascents from base camp. I don't really like that there is only one pouch, but I'm sure that helps keep the weight down. I've not had a problem putting in my 2 liter bladder into the pouch. The tie downs on the front can easily carry a jacket and additional food or small gear in the pocket as well. I haven't carried ice axes, so I can't comment like UTClimber has done. To me, it does fit a bit small even for a large, but it's a small complaint considering its cubic space and light weight. I just love this pack. To give a comparison, my previous main day pack was the CamelBack HAWG.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Velocity nylon
- Volume:
- 1500cu in (25L)
- Suspension:
- Space mesh shoulder straps and back panel
- Waist-belt:
- Yes, padded hips only
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes, water-bottle pockets
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top zip
- Pockets:
- [External] 1 front, 2 side, 1 waist-belt
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- 1lb 6oz (623g)
- Recommended Use:
- Day hiking, adventure racing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
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