Gear Review
Kelty Special Illusion Backpack - 3500cu in
Perfect Mid-Size Pack
By backpackinbuddha
Ranked #49 - Defunct Products
September 20, 2006
I saw the reviews for the Illusion in Backpacker Magazine's gear guide for the past 2 years so I decided to see what all the hype was about. It has since become my favorite pack, surpassing my old Gregory Z-Pack. While it is several ounces heavier than the Z-Pack it has many more features including more pockets, access points and most of all more padding on the hip belt and back, which I feel allows for more comfort. The features/weight ratio is the best I've seen. The only thing that is left to find out is durability. I would highly recommend this pack for someone who wants to balance low weight and features. If you can get it on sale, or not...buy it!
View Details: Kelty Special Illusion Backpack - 3500cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Dyneema grid, 420D nylon oxford, pack cloth
- Volume:
- 3500cu in
- Suspension:
- Full, Spacermesh padded
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- 16-22in
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- External Pockets:
- 1 Lid, 2 side mesh
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes
- Shovel Pocket:
- Yes
- Weight:
- 3lb 7oz
- Recommended Use:
- Weekend backpacking
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.