GoLite Quest
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Reviewed by 1 Trailspace user
Description
The Quest is one of three full-suspension backpacking, trekking, and mountaineering packs in GoLite’s Venture Series. The Venture packs (Pursuit, Quest, and Odyssey) feature internal frame sheets that can accommodate 40-, 50-, and 60-pound loads and are all 3-liter hydration-compatible.
The Quest is designed for all-season backpacking, mountaineering, alpinism, and adventure travel, and hauls 60 pounds comfortably, while weighing just three. It features two side hydration openings and an internal hydration sleeve; a front pocket to hold a shovel, shovel handle, skins, or probe; a removable lid with welded watertight zipper for the top pocket; two angled side mesh pockets; the ability to carry skis, snowboards, or snowshoes using side compression straps; a frame sheet with two adjustable aluminum stays; a shaped back panel and hip wings with padding to contour the back and hips; and contoured, compression molded hip wings that cushion and cup the hips.
The Quest uses GoLite’s ComPacktor system, which lets you reduce the pack’s volume through two fixed compression anchor clips that convert a multi-day pack into a day-tripper.
Use: all-season backpacking, mountaineering, alpinism
Women’s: available in Small and Medium
- Capacity: 4000 cu in, compacts to 1300 cu in
- Weight: 3 lb (1360 g)
Men’s: available in Medium and Large
- Capacity: 4250 cu in, compacts to 1500 cu in
- Weight: 3 lb 2 oz (1410 g)
MSRP: $175
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Campmor:
"The Quest is for the perpetual wanderer who travels from peak to peak and country to country. It can accommodate 40-60 lb loads and give you the ability to travel far and wide. Adjustable webbing hipbelt with two bellowed mesh pocket for closures Two side hydration openings with internal sleeve for 3 liter hydration Sleeping bag compartment with removable interior shelf Two side compression straps with quick release buckles Removable lid with a welded watertight zipper for top pocket Compaktor system Side compression straps release and join to opposite side for carrying a snowboard, snowshoes etc. Frame sheet with 2 adjustable aluminum stays Two angled side mesh pockets with elastic top binding for easy access while wearing Shaped backpanel and hip wings with padding to contour to the back and hips Contoured, compression molded hip wings with supreme cushion that cups the hips while in use Front pocket holds shovel, shovel handle, skins and probe."
From Backcountry.com:
"The GoLite Quest Pack makes it in just over the three-pound mark and still includes a comfortable suspension system, multiple pockets, and mountain-ready features. This all-season pack handles everything from a weekend of backpacking to ambitious alpine ascents. A large front pocket keeps your on-the-go necessities from disappearing into the massive 4400-cubic-inch main compartment. The Quest also compresses down to daypack size for summit pushes or afternoons on your local trails."
From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. GoLite Men's Quest Backpack (Fall 2009) Features for the Quest Pack by GoLite:Adjustable hip-belt with two bellowed mesh pocketsRighty and lefty hydration tube portsLarge front pocketsTwo side compression straps with quick releaseSide compression straps release and join to opposite side for carrying a snowboard, snowshoes, etcRemovable lid with a top pocket zippercomPACKtor systemFrame sheet with 2 adjustable aluminum staysTwo angled side mesh pockets with elastic top binding for easy accessIce axe loops with lite-weight elastic cord and pack hook system for closureShaped back panelContoured, compression molded hip wingsFabrics:CONSTRUCTED OF SUPER-DURABLE 100% PU-COATED VELOCITY NYLON WITH DWR; 210D DOUBLE RIPSTOP NYLON"
From Altrec Outdoors:
"A fully-featured back built for backpacking, mountaineering, and adventure travel, the GoLite Quest Backpack is made of durable Velocity fabric and supports your load with a moldable framesheet and two adjustable aluminum stays for maximum support. The shaped back panel and compression-molded hip belt wings contour to the back and hips to keep you happy no matter what you're hauling. The adjustable webbing hip belt has two easy access bellowed mesh pockets and two angled side stretch mesh pockets allow for convenient storage. The side compression straps release and join to opposite sides for carrying a snowboard or snowshoes, and the comPACKtor system lets you neatly tuck in extra pack space."
User Reviews
Men's Quest
Reviewed by Rick, Nov 27, 2008
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Quest at 9 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
 Campmor 2 purchase options: | Quest Internal Frame Pack | $149.98 | Buy Now |
| Women's Quest Internal Frame Pack | $149.98 | Buy Now |
 Backcountry.com 2 purchase options: | Quest Pack - 4400cu in | $139.96 | Buy Now |
| Quest Backpack - 4000cu in - Women's | $139.96 | Buy Now |
 Moosejaw 2 purchase options: | Men's Quest Backpack | $140.00 | Buy Now |
| Women's Quest Backpack | $140.00 | Buy Now |
 CampSaver.com | GoLite Quest Pack - 4400 cu in | $174.00 | Buy Now |
 REI 2 purchase options: | Quest Pack | $175.00 | Buy Now |
| Quest Pack - Women's | $175.00 | Buy Now |
 Backcountry Outlet | Quest Backpack - 4000cu in - Women's | $139.96 | Buy Now |
 GearX.com 2 purchase options: | Quest Pack Golite | $139.97 | Buy Now |
| Quest Womens Pack | $139.97 | Buy Now |
 EMS 2 purchase options: | Quest Backpack | $175.00 | Buy Now |
| Women's Quest Backpack | $175.00 | Buy Now |
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