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By Stephen Judd Ranked #82 - Hydration Packs - Large July 22, 2009

I would give this pack a 3.5 if possible. Pretty decent overall backpack, priced right I would say considering the bladder is included. Decent weight, very comfortable, good amount of storage space considering how small it packs down when the middle is zipped up. Not the most durable pack. Bought last Christmas and mine is starting to fray fairly bad in a few areas and won't last another year. My biggest complaint is the back panel's so called "air director". I've worn this thing quite a bit in Utah, and any temperature over 85 degrees and my back will be soaked with sweat. I rarely sweat otherwise. It does not breathe at ALL. No exaggeration, my burton pack made for snowboarding, with insulated back panels, is MUCH MUCH more breathable than this thing.
Overall I would say this is a pretty good pack. If you can get it for $60 or less I would say buy it. Avoid this thing at any cost if you hike/use in any temperature above 85 degrees.

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