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Backpacker Magazine – August 2008
Bargain Load Haulers: Weekend Pack Review
High performance and low cost? These 6 weekend packs deliver.
Ratings scale: 5 = Perfect gear, 1 = Save your money
Lightest
Deuter Aircontact Lite 50+10
This pack is more than a pound lighter than some competitors, which is why it rose to third place despite average scores for comfort, features, and durability. With loads under 35 pounds, the suspension proved stable enough for the rough terrain of Arizona's Superstition Mountains. Credit the crossed aluminum stays and a wide hipbelt with two-way stabilizers. And with five inches of torso adjustment controlled via Velcro and a line of webbing loops, fine-tuning fit is hassle-free even on the trail. The three-pocket lid and hidden passport pouch inside the sleeping-bag compartment provide plenty of storage options, and the single hipbelt pocket is big enough for a GPS. Downsides: The back panel doesn't ventilate well. And the single lid strap blocks access to the front bungee cords. Tip: Unless you're XXL, trim the extra-long hipbelt strap. Women's version is the Aircontact Lite 45+10SL. Reader service #103
> Capacity 3,650 cu. in.
> Sizes 1 men's, 1 women's
> Weight 3 lbs. 8 oz.
> Price $149
> Info deuterusa.com
Overall 3.9
Comfort 3.2
Loading 3.1
Stability 2.9
Durability 3.3
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READERS COMMENTS
Just bought this pack from the Coleman outlet for $75 incl. shipping. Haven't used it yet, but it seems well-built with good features for the money.
Just bought this pack from the Coleman outlet for $75 incl. shipping. Haven't used it yet, but it seems well-built with good features for the money.
The Terra 40 is an excellent pack and they can be had now for really good prices. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good pack with mid-sized room that won't break the bank.
I got the Cerro Torre ,model Gecko 45, for weekend
trip and more .Good comfort et partic pockets and a rain sheild it's include , many adjustements . I used for one week
trip in summer time in Quebec Chalevoix , i'm very
satisfy .
Good Quality/price
I got the Terra 40 (Terry) for weekend trips in the Colorado back country. So far it has provided me with plenty of space and comfort for long or short hikes.
Great price, great pack
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