KlymitMotion Multi-Day Pack, Lightweight Multi-Day Hiking Backpack With Air Frame Technology, 60 L
S**Y
Solid pack.
I backpack once a month, and have used this pack now 5 different short trips. I have about 80 miles on this pack, and there is a lot to like about it. Typical pack weight ranged from 27lbs with food/3Lwater included, to 38lbs when I took my dogs. I have no issues with how the pack has carried this weight. I like the hip-belt and side-mesh pockets, have had no troubles with zippers, and 60L is a great sweet spot for my needs. I really appreciate the 4 side compression straps on both sides of the pack instead of the usual 2 on other packs. I hike with a bladder, especially with my dogs, and haven't really noticed not having a dedicated sleeve for a bladder in the pack. There is a hook, so it stays still, but I can also lay it on it's side, and so forth. It's light, and comfortable for me, though I haven't quite dialed in the air-pad just yet. The lid is fine, and lid-pockets work as expected... though, I'd prefer the Zipper not be diagonal across the top. The front pocket on the back is the same way. I like the black color, I like that it's fairly resistant to water, and it cinches down nice for me. I've not had any slipping like another person's review has mentioned. This bag is just as good as my GG Crown, Osprey Atmos and Exos, Kelty Redwing, and Cotopaxi packs.All of that being said, no backpack is ever perfect.Things I would change, but that don't necessarily break the pack:1. This thing squeaks like mad, worse than my Osprey, Cotopaxi, and Kelty packs combined. Not sure why... I tune it out.2. Mesh pocket on the front, or some form of stuff-it pocket. I'd only go this route for drying objects, or stuffing a jacket or tarp into it. I don't find that I miss it at all, I just find those pockets useful IF they are good material.3. The inflatable panel is folded a little in my pack, as if it's slightly too large for the pocket. I don't know if this causes any issues, and haven't seen any, just seems like material could be shaved there... maybe I need to re-position it?4. I'd love the addition of 4 loops on the lid, for tying something down at zero weight penalty when not in use. (like on my Granite Gear Crown)5. My back doesn't breathe with this pack at all. I'd love to see some kind of different ribbing or foam tied into the back panel somehow to alleviate this. Though, only my old Osprey with trampoline suspension gives me enough air, and that comes with feeling a little floaty when carried. I wouldn't dock points for this.Overall, I'm really happy with this pack, price-point, and how it has performed. I plan to keep using it as my primary pack.
A**R
KLYMIT Motion 60 liters Now is my favorite backpack
Now this is my favorite backpack (before that my favorite backpacks were two wonderful Black Diamond backpacks).KLYMIT Motion 60 liters, side pockets and pockets on the belt are very high quality and very convenient. Тhe hip belt is the best (for me). The compression straps are very useful. With them very easy to regulate the backpack volume. The inflatable pad is very good solution. Overall I'm very satisfied with it.
A**R
Great Ultralight Pack
I really like this pack. I haven't backpacked in quite a few years, so my last pack was an old external frame that weighed about twice as much as this one. and wore on my shoulders. I'm 6' 1" and about 210 pounds, so I purchased the large version. The internal frame consists of an inflatable pad, that is blown up using the bulb located inside one of the waist belt pockets. You just put on the pack and inflate the pad to the point it feels comfortable on your back. On my last trip, which was a solo trip for 7 days, I had about 35 pounds of gear, food and water. I was amazed at what a difference it would be to go from the external frame to the internal frame. This is the most comfortable pack I've ever owned. The pack is well designed, the two pockets on the waist belt are large enough for a cell phone, GPS, snacks. the two side compartments easily held two water bottles. The main compartment was large enough for food, tent, sleeping bag, cook kit, first aid kit and clothes. The pack was so well centered on my back, I had no issues with my shoulders or hips feeling strained or uncomfortable.The only issue I had, was storing my extra water in my bladder bag. It will accommodate the tube on either the right or left side of the bag, but it doesn't have a built in sleeve in the main bag to store it. That would have been much better in my opinion.I'm just getting started with ultralight backpacking, This was one of my first purchases for this type of equipment and I was extremely happy finding and purchasing this bag. Now all I need is an ultralight sleeping bag and an ultralight tent and my base system will be good to go.It won't be for a while, but I plan on using this pack to hike the Arizona trail. I highly recommend this pack to anyone in the market for a light but heavy duty pack with a load rating up to 55 pounds.
B**C
Very good life weight pack.
Comfortable. Could use a few more pockets. I took it 25 miles this weekend in the Uintas and it was pretty comfortable at 38lbs.
O**E
Great backpack,but not perfect yet;)
Ok so I had ordered one of them took for only one trip 3 days out in to Mountains and the pump had failed as the air from air frame was coming out via pump,so I decided to return the product ,but after looking around I couldn't find a lighter product below the price tag of 250£ so I decided to reorder the product and modify the air frame with Air Flow SitLight Camp Seat,but you can do it with the cheaper version of this(without air flow) called SitLight Camp Seat, both products are provided from the same brand called Gossamer Gear now after a bit of modification like adding also extra shoulders strap pockets called Tread Lite Gear x-pac VX07XL the pack will be hard to beat ;) so yes this is my new go to backpack ;) hope that helps
E**N
Comfy
This is probably the most comfortable rucksack I have ever used.Pros. Comfortable adjustable back system. Abundance of cinch straps for a compact load. Large top pocket. Two hydration ports.Cons. The pump bulb takes up space in one of the belt pockets. The belt pockets are too small for a mirrorless camera and negates the use of a camera belt bag. There is no hydration bladder sleeve.The niggles aside, this is a very comfortable load carrier. It is just right for short multi day trips. At 60 litres it encourages paring down of gear but there are straps at the bottom for securing a mat or tent to save space and the stretch pockets take a two water bottles each or equivalent. The front pocket is best for waterproofs and the top 'brain' pocket is cavernous. The top is floating to allow maximum packability.I would recommend.
A**N
LIGHT,COMFY
I took a chance on this backpack, sight unseen. I am giving it 4 stars because it is winter and I haven't gone on a multi-day hike with it yet. What I can say about it is IT IS VERY LIGHT AND COMFORTABLE. My other pack is TETON FOX 5200, which is 5.5lbs, this one is 1.218KGS/2LBS 10.7OZ for all the gram counters. I was a little worried about it holding all my gear, since it is 60L vs 75L+10L of the TETON FOX 5200, but I managed to fit everything,This pack still had room at the top for more.I didn't try my 3L hydration pack in it yet, so cant review how that goes.With everything packed and the straps adjusted, I began to pump up the AIR PAD, which is kinda what makes this Klymit pack unique. The pad filled up and made this pack SO COMFORTABLE. It really hugs your back and takes most of the bounce out of the load. I really cant wait for the good weather to try it on a long hike . I like the hip pockets, something the TETON doesn't have. I was weary about the white on a pack, you know, dirt mud, ashes, soot, but it is easy to clean with water and a brush, but I guess i'll find out more when it gets heavily soiled.I recommend this pack to anyone looking for a lighter, more comfortable option.
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