User Review: Gregory Massif

Reviewed December 1, 1998 by Bill R.

Rating:
Design: Internal frame; high capacity
Size: 6850 in size large
Number of Pockets: 2 rear, 1 top, I've added two more
Max. Load Carried: 90 pounds
Height of Owner: 6' 2"
Price Paid: $230 on sale; $330 list

After 30 years of using external frame packs (starting with the old Kelty workhorse -- the BB5) I'm a believer in high quality internal frame packs for all seasons and all purposes. The Gregory Massif allowed me to carry 90 lbs. of gear for 3 people over Texas Pass (a cross country route) in the Wind Rivers with a high level of comfort. I agree with the other reviewer that the sleeping back compartment is a little difficult to use, especially with a buky winter bag. However, in the summer I've repeatedly crammed 2 sleeping bags in the space with a compression stuff sack.

The weight of the Massif Large is nontrivial (7 lbs. 8 oz.), but the comfort level with heavy loads is phenomenal. The primary downside is the old dictum: he who has the largest pack carries the most gear, and usually the most weight. Packing a large top-loading pack takes a bit of learning, but the art is soon mastered. After trying lower cost REI and Camp Trails internal frame packs, I'm a strong believer that the extra bucks for a Gregory are well worth it.

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