Gear Review
Gregory Advent Pro Backpack - 2065-2425cu in
Expedition Race Tested
By Mike Dawson
Ranked #422 - Overnight Backpacks (2000 - 2999 cu in)
July 11, 2006
I just put this pack through the rigors of Eco Primal Quest - Utah. On the plus side, this pack is lightweight, expandable, and versatile for the trekking, climbing, mountain biking, swimming, and kayaking events. On the neutral to negative side, the zippers required the use of both hands, more built in front strap pockets would be helpful, as would reinforced scuff panels for rock abrasion. Finally, stitching failures at the strap attach points showed some additional need for increase in durability.
Gregory is a leader in lightweight pack technology, but they leave plenty of room for improvement.
View Details: Gregory Advent Pro Backpack - 2065-2425cu in
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Silicone impregnated G 30
- Volume:
- [S] 2300cu, [M] 2450cu in, [L] 2700cu in
- Suspension:
- Wraptor Stabilizer
- Back Panel:
- Chimney ventilated
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, front, bottom
- Gear Loops:
- Yes
- External Pockets:
- Front, front mesh, 2 side mesh
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Adventure racing, technical backpacking
- Weight:
- [S] 2lb 3oz, 1kg; [M] 2lb 8oz, 1.3kg, [L] 2lb 13oz, 1.3kg
- Warranty:
- Limited lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.
1 Comments Last Reply: May 27, 2011 By: Greg Bialobzyski
Would agree on Mike's review especially about some stiching failures. I have had my Advent Pro since they first came out back in 2006 ..I believe, and have used it a lot. The fabric and main stiching areas of strain are holding up well. The points that the stiching is failing and questionable is on back side about 4-5 inches from the very top. This is where the outer exposed area of the fabric area is double stiched. Granted I may have stuffed and jamed the closure pretty tight at times but this stiching should have held.Other than that, the fabric i dynamite tough aand I still like the pack. PS: I reinforced the faulty stiched areas with some thin dental floss.My overall rating 3.5 out of 5
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes