User Review: Arc'teryx Cierzo 18

Arc'teryx Cierzo 18
Above: The current Cierzo 18, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed April 17, 2008 by Davolicious

Rating:
Design: Rucksack
Size: 18 liters
Number of Pockets: 2
Max. Load Carried: 7-8 kilos is okay
Height of Owner: 190 cm
Price Paid: $50

Amazingly light, clever construction with state-of-the-art materials. The particular colors chosen by Arc'teryx make you stick out like a neon unicorn in the woods, but, hey, a small price to pay for such innovative technology.

When most manufacturers (with the possible exception of some GoLite and Black Diamond models) have gone more and more complex over the years -- adding zippers, straps, mesh pockets, key clips, and on and on -- Arc'teryx tries to hold the line with basic, functional, and oh-so-high-quality stuff. Good on them.