Gregory Advent Pro

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The Advent Pro is an internal frame backpack made by Gregory. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 6 user reviews.

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From REI:
"A perennial bestseller for Gregory, this ultralight pack is a favorite among adventure racers as well as thru-hikers. Top-loading design and giant front-panel access offer 2 ways to get at your gear in the main compartment. AeroTech™ mesh harness and hipbelt with a ventilated molded foam back panel help to move moisture away for a drier experience. Wraptor™ Stabilizer pulls the back panel in toward the lumbar spine, transferring weight over a wide area. Front stretch-mesh pocket can hold a helmet while side stretch-mesh pockets can store wet sandals or smaller essentials. Hipbelt pockets and a zippered front panel pocket let you stash small gear such as digital camera, multi-tool and GPS unit. Dual ice axe and trekking pole loops with side lashing system allow you to carry various technical tools. Canted bottom prevents sagging and positions pack's load higher on your back for ideal carrying. Accommodates 2 70 fl. oz. hydration reservoirs or a 128 fl. oz. reservoir (sold separately) with dual hydration ports for non-stop hydration. Quickdraw free-floating compression system along with top and bottom webbing compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying. Self-healing G Fabric is a high-tenacity nylon impregnated with silicone so its fibers stretch under pressure instead of locking together and tearing. Closeout."

From GearX.com:
"Perennial best seller among adventure racers and lightweight thru-hikers."

From Backcountry Outlet:
"The Gregory Advent Pro backpack has been completely updated for 2005. It's been named the winner of Adventure Sports Magazine's Editor's Choice Award for best adventure race pack. The Advent Pro is the most advanced adventure race pack made. When you're testing yourself and your team against the elements, you don't have time to deal with instability-in your gear or your teammates. Gregory's new patent pending Wraptor Stabilizer assures pack stability, letting you concentrate on the task at hand. Waterproof zips and body material keep your gear dry, even if you're getting doused. Front, top, and bottom access lets you quickly grab the gear you need, without disrupting your pack's organization. There's a top pocket battery compartment, so you'll never lose those important pieces. Vendor"

From EMS:
"The Gregory Advent Pro pack is a perennial best seller among adventure racers and lightweight thru-hikers. "Self-healing" G 30 fabric keeps weight low, and Wraptor; stabilizer secures backpack snugly against the back during even the most rigorous workouts. AeroTech; mesh shoulder harness and waist belt maximize airflow while minimizing bulk. Molded foam back panel. Wraptor; Stabilizer system is alleviates pack bounce during high aerobic activity by pulling the backpanel of the pack in toward the lumbar area. Top load with giant front access. Free floating Quickdraw compression system. Side stretch mesh pockets. Large front compartment with zippered access. Waistbelt pockets for small items Front helmet pocket, integrated non-slip top pocket. Large front pocket for bulky clothes. Integrated top compartment. Bottom and top compression straps. Pole and axe loops. Silicone-impregnated 30-denier G fabric body for overall water-resistance. 210-denier High Tenacity nylon twill reinforcements."

User Reviews

Advent Pro
Reviewed by Reed Jones, Aug 14, 2009

"I bought this pack as an alternative to my old standby, an Osprey Aether 45. I wanted another lightweight pack but one with more access points and a few more features. The Gregory delivers on all those upgrades and carries at least as comfortably as the Osprey."

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Men's Advent Pro
Reviewed by DC, Apr 10, 2009

"I needed a larger (but still lightweight) pack for my Search and Rescue use during the winter months. I purchased the large size Advent Pro (Fall 2008) to match my torso length and provide the max capacity in this style.

Often we must hit the weeds in the mountains of SouthWest VA anticipating drastic weather changes and unknown levels of exertion for possible semi-tech evac, and this requires lots of layer options."

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Advent Pro
Reviewed by Jim Cunningham, Feb 11, 2008

"I purchased this pack for a month-long Euro trip in Winter 06/07. It is very light and could hold a surprising amount of stuff considering its size. I am still amazed by the strength of the pack's paper-thin lining.

The pack itself is stylish and generally comfortable."

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Advent Pro
Reviewed by Mark Cancemi, Jan 15, 2006

"This is a "Purpose Driven Backpack", but one which is a stellar choice for many activities. I used the pack while skiing the Lake Tahoe area with my son. Skiing in a place with radical weather changes requires the ability to change layers, frequently, and skiing with a 12-year-old more than doubles the amount of stuff you need to bring and use."

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Advent Pro
Reviewed by Maurice Perkins, May 05, 2005

"I used this pack for a 14-hour dayhike to the summit of Mt. Whitney last summer. Awesome pack! I have the 2004 style pack -- Gregory restyled it for 2005 -- but I believe it's almost the same. Here's a longer review of the pack I wrote shortly after the hike..

http://www.epinions.com/content_154324012676"

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Advent Pro
Reviewed by Oompa, May 04, 2005

"I recently purchased an Advent Pro for a three-week trip in Israel. We only spent six or seven days camping, but I used the pack for the entire trip. I now use it for hauling climbing gear, hiking, and camping.

I would definitely recommend this pack to anyone going on a short hiking trip or to haul anything relatively small for an extended period."

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