User Review: Gregory Reality

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

Reviewed January 12, 1999 by Rich

Rating: rated 4 of 5 stars
Design: Internal Frame
Size: 4200 + side pockets
Number of Pockets: 3 + strap-ons
Max. Load Carried: 55-60 lbs.
Height of Owner: 5'10"
Price Paid: $200

I bought this pack for a four week expedition through Central America. The organizers of the trip claimed my Dana Astraplane, though great for NOLS and Outward Bound, was overkill for this trip. I was forced to leave "the beast" behind. After some time with a 40 lb load over moderate terrain, I hit the volcanos with heavier reserves in the green beauty. Simply put, this pack rivals my Dana in comfort for the load I took. It rides extrememly well as long as you keep your supplies under 55 lbs. At that point the suspensions starts to buckle, and you're left with aching shoulders.

My reasons for buying this specific pack are not numerous. I respect Gregory as a company, they stand behind their product, and this specific pack has a hybrid load, making access more than simple. The only thing that bothers me about the pack is that the zippers added to make the pack panel loadable provide yet another thing to go wrong in the outback. Compression on it works great. just be prepared with a rain cover since it doesn't have a sleeping bag compartment. strap it to the outside and bring a plastic bag or 2.

anyway, that's my two cents. E-mail if you have any questions. Happy Trails

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