User Review: Arc'teryx Bora 80

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

Reviewed July 15, 2005 by pacemaker

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Price Paid: $290 on sale at REI

I was 50 years old when I purchased my Bora 80 backpack. I am going on 52 now and have backpacked approximately 110 miles on three separate treks from the Appalachian Mountains to Philmont Scout Ranch in northeastern New Mexico.

I based my decision to purchase the Bora 80 backpack on its solid construction and the superior suspension system. After carrying loads of up to 50 pounds on a 60-mile trek at Philmont Scout Ranch, I was convinced that the Bora 80 was worth the $290 that I paid for it at REI.

The Bora 80 has a hydration sleeve inside. However, I like to use the external kangaroo pouch for my hydration bladder and this makes for extra storage in the main compartment.

The Bora 80 backpack is my backpack of choice and I am looking forward to my next backpacking trip. My Arc'teryx Bora 80 backpack makes backpacking fun!