On Sunday I took out the pack (Raidlight Evolution 2) for a quick 10 mile test spin. I settled on this pack since the next size up was just too large and I would be tempted to fill it all the way up with totally unnecessary snivel gear. While the first day or two may have this one bulging at the seams, I believe it will be fine overall.
Load out was most of my gear and phone books as a mass mock for food. Included 1.5 liters of water on the shoulder holders (add ons). Total weight was around 20 lbs/9 kgs which is slightly light based on my estimates to date. Fit and balance were excellent. The front pack is nice from a balance perspective but it will get a little warm. Placing 750 ml water bottles in the front pack side holders adds a little too much weight there. This results in excessive bouncing when running but would be OK for walking. The strap assembly on the top is nice for a pad/sleeping bag. My only complaint about this rig besides being slightly small volume wise is that you have to do/undo four buckles to get in and out of it!
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