Extremely Early Draft... move along, nothing to see here
Mark Verber
January 19, 2010
Review Item:
Gossamer Gear Gorilla Pack (2009)
Size: Large
Volume Listed: 2,800 c.i. (46 l.) total, 2,400 c.i. (39 l.) in main pack
body/extension collar
Listed weight: 24.2oz (fully configured)
Weight as delivered: 24oz
MSRP: $165
For me, carry comfort is the driving issue, but I consider other issues such as pack weight, appropriate volume, ease of use, and durability when selecting a pack. For light weight, moderate volume loads I have found the Gorilla to be nearly as comfortable as my previous favorite pack, The GG Vapor Trail. This is saying something. In the last seven years I have used fifteen different packs looking for the one pack which really suited me and I continued to use the Vapor Trail until I used the Gorilla. While the Gorilla is not quite as comfortable for me as the Vapor Trail. it is much more convenient to use, requires less fiddling to the a comfortable fit, and is just about the perfect volume for me. I also appreciate that the foam used as part of the frame can be used as a torso or foot pad at night. I love my Gorilla Pack.
See the Gossamer Gear website for a complete description. I will add more here when I have more time.
Hiking around the California Coastal Ranges, and Sierras. Weather from 20s-80s. Carry weight from 15lb-25lb. Elevation sea level to 11k ft.
this pack rocks
Seems great so far, but not enough miles to have a really long term perspective.
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