User Review: Arc'teryx Bora 80

Arc'teryx Bora 80
Above: The current Bora 80, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed May 22, 1998 by Paolo Def

Rating:
Design: internal
Size: 4,800
Number of Pockets: 2
Max. Load Carried: 55 lbs.
Height of Owner: 5'8
Price Paid: $325

This pack is the best that I have carried. The Lowe Alpine packs I tried in the past are nothing compared to this. The Bora 80 transfers the load to your hips and carries very very comfortably. Stability is also very good. I think the best materials are in this pack. The sleeping bag compartment is very convenient to use. I never had problems with putting in and getting my "unpackable" sleeping bag. The top lid converts into a fanny pack but my only complaint about it, is that I found the small lumbar pad a little too thin. The one on the main back panel is perfect. The shoulder straps, too, move out of arms way and is very comfortable. I'm sure this pack will last many years. Arc'Teryx is also a very supportive company.