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JanSport Carson 80

JanSport Carson 80

Average Rating: rated 3.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 4 Trailspace users

Description

The Carson 80 is an external frame backpack made by JanSport. It has an average rating of 3.5 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Backcountry.com:
"JanSport loaded the external frame Carson Backpack with some of their most popular internal frame features. In many ways this large pack looks and operates like an internal, but its easy-to-pack, easy-to-adjust design and excellent weight transfer are evidence of its external roots. As serious backpackers know, nothing handles heavy loads like an external-frame pack. The Carson's adjustable aluminum frame system fits 16- to 21-inch torso lengths. This weeklong pack has both top and panel access, so it extends for overloading and helps you reach your gear quickly. Dual water bottle pockets keep you hydrated, and twin daisy chains let you clip on some extra gear."

From Backcountry Outlet:
"The Carson Backpack is a new external frame pack loaded with some of Jansports most popular internal frame features."

User Reviews

rated 4.5 of 5 stars Men's Carson 80
Reviewed by Mike Gentry, Sep 14, 2009

"Used this pack for several years now (spring, fall, winter) and never had a problem carrying the load. Recently hiked the 95mi "West Highland Way" in Scotland with it and never questioned it once.

I do enjoy the top and front loading flap, made it easy to get to your bag in the bottom without having to pull everything out of the pack when Scotland's weather was giving its best! Thought about looking for a more sexy, internal frame, but my voice of reason keeps asking why, and I continue to listen because nothing compares."

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rated 1.5 of 5 stars Men's Carson 80
Reviewed by Stephen Kahl, Jun 14, 2009

"The Carson worked out good for a few weekend trips. Then I took it on the Appalachian Trail for a section hike.

The first major problem is where the hydration bladder is located it rests right against your back so not only is your water always hot after a few days of pressure the bladder will pop."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Carson 80
Reviewed by glenn reilly, Mar 10, 2008

"Great pack for the price. I will take an external frame backpack over an oversized stuff sack any day. Top and front unload is a great advantage. Two large pockets on the sides for gear are great. Two mesh water bottle pockets at the belt is also a great idea."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Carson 80
Reviewed by Rob, Aug 25, 2004

"Between the hydration pack and water bottle pockets it will comfortably carry 6 liters of water, which is great when water is scarce. The bottom section is the perfect size for a bear can. Someone was thinking.

It's a large pack but its size and design means you won't have to lash on your tent and bag."

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