User Review: Berghaus Cyclops Roc

Reviewed March 24, 2003 by Fergus Mason

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Design: Rucksack
Size: 70l
Number of Pockets: 2
Max. Load Carried: 95lb
Height of Owner: 5'8"
Price Paid: £89.95

I've had my Roc since 1989 and have used it for numerous hillwalking expeditions and other purposes. The main sack has survived everything without damage, although it has suffered rips to hauling straps, the rear grab handle and other minor fittings due to being loaded with extreme weights. With reasonable weight (up to 50lb) I have found it an extremely comfortable rucksack, and although painful it does allow extreme loads to be carried. I have managed to carry it around 20 miles in one day with approximately 75lbs in the rucksack - I'm not saying I'd want to do it again though...

The side compression straps allow the attachment of Berghaus 5-litre pockets or British Army 10-litre daysack pouches. The snow extension allows the pack to be loaded well beyond its normal capacity. Berghaus 5-litre pockets can also be attached to the front of the pack. There are plenty of ways to attach sleeping mats, radios, ice axes, tent poles and other bits to the outside.

I'm considering sending it back to Berghaus this year to get all the minor damage fixed, but I have no intention of replacing it. This pack has proved to be extremely rugged and practical.

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