This Beast of Burden is Awsome

By Rocky Mountain Goat Ranked #409 - Weeklong Packs (Over 4500 cu in) January 15, 2010

I've had this back for over a year and have taken it on 4 backpacking trips, most recently over Buffalo Pass in Colorado. This pack is very comfortable and rides really well when moving, the weight is distributed evenly. The construction is generally top notch and heavy duty. The zippers and fabric are burly! One issue I have found though is that the plastic brace near the top of the pack that supports the area between the shoulder straps is a bit weak and may snap...when I dropped my pack it must of hit a rock as mine snapped. When I returned the pack for a new one, I was told by the sales rep that he had heard a batch of these packs had isues with manufacturing but that had been resolved.Aside from having a ton of space, there are just the right amount of bells and whistles. I love the side zipper that runs fully down the side of the pack...I can quickly access my stuff near the bottom of the pack without unloading the stuff on the top. I also like the zippered large storage on the top rear of the back that can be accessed by water proof zipper...I keep my quick access necessities, like rain gear there. The placement of the water bottle holders are a pain in the ass...with the pack on, its not that bad to get the bottles out of the holder but its a pain in the ass to put it back in. It doesn't have exteriod pouches or pockets or mesh, but I actually like that. It makes the pack sleek. When I strap this baby down its tight and doesn't have crap dangling on it so I don't get caught on branches or rocks.Solid...I'd buy again or recommend highly.

View Details: Arc'teryx Bora 80 Backpack - 4390-5000cu in

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