Mountainsmith Approach 3.0 Trekking Backpack - Internal Frame

I use a backpack every day. I don't drive, so I use it to pack everything from groceries, work material, school material (graduate lit students carry a lot of books--a lot), changes of clothes, food, water, etc. Since I carry so much, I like the lay-out of the pack: two side pockets, a small front pocket, and the main body pocket; this design is the single reason I settled on the mountainsmith as a replacement for my worn out Rokk Socorro. Unfortunately, some of the compression straps are in weird places that makes zipper access difficult--that is, access to necessary materials. I nearly have to unpack everthing to get one item, a hassle for sure. The waist belt also seems a little insubstantial, but I've probably not walked more than five miles at a go with it yet.

This is the fourth mtnsmith I have owned over the last 20 years. I think their design continues to improve. This pack is huge (for a daypack). Very comfortable, easy to load, and seems to be as tough as nails. Also enough bells and whistles to make you happy. I am 6ft2in and 195 lbs. This pack fits like a glove. Get it. Do it. 4, 3, 2, 1, ...

I haven't actually hit the trail with this backpack yet. I've just tried it out at home. It is sized so that either my grandson or I can use it!

What a great pack for the price. Can;t beat it!

I tis a wonderful Bag not too big not too small and I like the design .