>>2040402I look for specific features. If these are absent then I wouldn’t even consider it:
>breathable back, lots of ventilationI live in the Deep South
>stretchy back pocketAka kangaroo pocket, very handy
>deep side pocketsFor water bottles, and shallow pockets are pointless
>compression straps that don’t go over the side pocketsThis used to be a wide spread problem, and it was retarded
>hip belt pocketsI often hike in gym shorts because it’s hot as balls (80° this week), so I don’t have cargo pockets. Plus cargo pockets look autistic.
>lightweightWithin reason. Doesn’t need to be DCF
>internal frame and under 50LIt’s not the 1980’s and winter here is mild
A few non-essentials that are really nice:
>shoulder pockets Used for a 500ml water bottle and makeshift umbrella holder
>that Osprey trekking pole thingI thought it was a gimmick but ended up using it all the time, on every hike
>brain flapNice for organization
Some shit I’ll never use:
>molle webbingIt’s for fags
>bottom opening sleeping bag compartmentJust dumb. If it’s a separate compartment it limits the rest of your bag, if not you’re emptying your entire pack anyway.
>external framesIt’s not the 1980’s, so my pack doesn’t need to weight 80lbs for a hiking trip
