User Review: Arc'teryx Q10

Arc'teryx Q10
Above: The current Q10, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed June 5, 2004 by LeWayne

Rating:
Size: 700 cu in
Number of Pockets: one large one plus one internal zippered pocket
Max. Load Carried: 15-20 lbs
Height of Owner: 5'10"
Price Paid: $80 on e-bay

This pack is built well, with much attention to detail. There are things I don't care for. The hip belt is too hard to adjust. The straps need to be taken apart while being off the waist instead of just having one hand pull on them while it is on the waist. This is frustrating because I like to adjust them as the load lightens or just for comfort. Also I don't like the fact that there is no shoulder strap like some other Butt Packs I have owned. The shoulder strap helps to alleviate some bouncing when there is sunstantial weight in the pack. The final thing I don't care for is it seems difficult to get into with the compression straps that hinder a clear opening on the top.

There is a much better choice and less expensive pack-- I recommend, the Helios-12 by Osprey.