User Review: Dana Design Glacier

Dana Design Glacier
Above: The current Glacier, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed December 26, 1998 by Ben

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Design: internal
Size: 5500
Number of Pockets: 4
Max. Load Carried: 65
Height of Owner: 5'9"
Price Paid: $300

Without a doubt, this is a very exceptional pack. I had a MountainSmith Backbowl before and had neck problems because of the limited head space allowed. I almost quite backpacking all together, but I decided to try another...The Glacier.

I was very impressed with the level of comfort and it was a world of difference compared to the backbowl. It's construction is top-notch and is bombproof! I would recommend it to anyone.

There is only one aspect I have heard about--One of the suspension rods will rip out. I have examined my pack and have determined that this can be easily resolved by not throwing the pack down on the ground on the bottom side. It would be best to throw it on its front pannel to save the suspension. I have done this for two years and never had a problem.

I am currently looking at buying a bomb pack so if you have one for sale that is a med/lg please e-mail me! Thanks and happy trails.

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