User Review: Gregory Advent Pro

Gregory Advent Pro
Above: The current Advent Pro, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed February 11, 2008 by Jim Cunningham

Rating:
Height of Owner: 6'3"
Price Paid: $150

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. I did notice some strain on my shoulders but I believe that was largely due to the fact that I was pressured into purchasing a medium at my local "outfitter" due to availability and I should have bought a large.

My one complaint is that a small tear developed in the material early on in the trip. Luckily it was in the top of the pack and didn't have to support any load.

I can't speak for using this pack for ultra light hiking and camping because I tend to overpack while hiking and would never be able to get everything I generally take into this pack. I can however attest to its usefulness as a pack for a backpacking (via plane, train and youth hostel) trip around the world.