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Traverse 35

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Reviewed by: scruf

I Love this day pack. For a day pack it is spacious. I have starting using this pack for ultralite overnight solos and I am VERY happy. It's a top loader with self sealing zippers on all but the main compartment which has a nice flap and doesn't seem to cause any leaks. There are plenty of strapping points on the outside of the pack for over nighter when you need to bring a little more then the pack can hold. The padding is great on both the shoulders, back and the waist. The hyro hooks are well placed and the compression straps are effective. For the price you will be pressed to find a better pack in my opinion.
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