User Review: Gregory Forester

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

Reviewed November 3, 2000 by an anonymous hiker

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Design: Internal Frame
Size: App. 4850
Number of Pockets: 2 Side Mesh Pockets
Max. Load Carried: 40
Height of Owner: 5'10
Price Paid: $240

After using a Reality for the past two years, I felt I needed something with a sleeping bag compartment. I field tested a Palisade which was great however I liked how the escape series felt, so when I found out the Forester was about to hit the market I opted to wait...Damn good choice! This is the last pack I (hope) will ever use.

The combination top/panel load with the sleeping bag compartment makes it real convenient (not to mention the see-through top pocket window). I've used this pack on a 3 day trip at Pictured Rocks, Mi., and have also used it on a week long trip on the AT through the Smokies, both trips proved my search for the ultimate backpack was over. I highly recommend this pack for anyone in the market for a midsize, exstremely comfortable pack.

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