User Review: Gregory Shasta

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

Reviewed April 14, 1997 by pfarrah@...

Rating:
Design: internal
Size: ~5600
Max. Load Carried: 50 lbs
Height of Owner: 5'9"
Price Paid: ~$240

I liked this pack for the way it hugged my back, especially my lumbar region. Adjusting the straps for the most comfort took some doing, but once I learned how each adjustment changed the fit, it wasn't difficult to get it reasonably comfortable. Compression straps let you keep the load tight to your back. After a three day trip, my hips and shoulders came through with little pain. My biggest discomfort was not being able to tilt my head back--to stretch my neck and the upper part of my back while hiking.

I also liked this pack because it is simple--just a plain tube with a separate compartment at the bottom for your sleeping bag. Despite what I expected, the top load design wasn't an inconvenience because only once or twice a day would I need to dig deep to get something I needed.

The pack can easily fit a week's worth of gear, but if you need more room, you can attach up to three extra pockets on the outside of the pack.

Pros:

- carries well

- simple design

- convenient hipside water bottle pockets

- lid has large pocket and can be carried as a fanny pack

- roomy

Cons:

- no head room

- fairly heavy--around 7 lbs.

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