JanSport Carson

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The Carson is an external frame backpack made by JanSport. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.

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From Campmor:
"Advantages of an external frame - easy torso adjustment, great weight transfer, cool back. Plus many advantages of an internal frame - top and panel loading, extendible lid, compressibility. Curved, extra-padded, adjustable shoulder straps contour to the body. Vector control hipbelt with diagonal stabilizer transfers pack weight to the hips. EZV buckles for precision tightening- automatically fits hips. Extendable lid pocket allows for overpacking. Hydration-ready sleeve with drinking tube exit port (hydration bladder not incl.). Panel access zippers. Three compression straps pull the pack load closer to the back and center of gravity. Compressor side pockets allow poles or long objects to be carried behind. Mesh side water bottle pockets."

From Backcountry.com:
"Whether you've been backpacking for decades and prefer the heavy-load capability of an external-frame pack or you're a novice looking for a sturdy pack that won't bust your budget, the JanSport Carson Backpack delivers. JanSport loaded the Carson with useful features from internal-frame packs yet retained the easy-to-pack, easy-to-adjust design of the external style."

From REI:
"The JanSport Carson external frame pack is full of comfort and convenience features to help you haul large loads in the backcountry. Spacious main compartment features a divider for your sleeping bag and other lightweight, bulky gear. Access your gear whichever way is most convenient: through the panel zippers or from the top. Floatable top lid offers expandable cargo space. Hydration-compatible design features an external reservoir pocket and drink tube routing for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately). Mesh-backed foam in shoulder straps and back cushion provide exceptional carrying comfort. Padded hipbelt helps evenly distribute pack weight. 2 zippered side pockets and 1 zippered front stash pocket offer additional organizing options. 2 side pockets keep water bottles within easy reach. Side compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying. Closeout."

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

User Reviews

Men's Carson
Reviewed by Brerarnold, Aug 28, 2009

"I used a Trailwise ext. frame backpack from 1972 through 2006. It finally just wore out. I had seen a lot of internal frame packs during that time, and decided to try one out. Liked it. Still use it sometime. And I have a smaller int. frame pack that I use for shorter trips."

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Carson
Reviewed by Moonert78, Mar 10, 2009

"I purchased this pack for my son about 2 years ago and have had it on 3 extended trips. My son has been the main user of the pack until this weekend. We went on a winter trip, in on Friday night out on Sunday.

This trip I carried the Carson to try it out and see how well it works."

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Men's Carson
Reviewed by Derrick Allen, Oct 24, 2008

"great pack!!!! ive been a jansport fan and owner for 15 years now, this is my second jansport pack. my old one still works great but it is the old style youth/scout model and i figured it was time to upgrade!!

im an external frame fan all the way, i dont understand why people like the internal frames??? the external frame is much more versatile for lashing gear, more rigid, and keeps the back cooler!!!! more to the point."

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Men's Carson
Reviewed by Niel Barrett, Jun 05, 2007

"Great pack! I've been a Jansport owner for 25 years. This one has lots of room and lots of features that more expensive packs have. Took it packing for the first time for a two day trip. . . it felt great carrying a 35 lbs. However, I did have some trouble with the waist belt wanting to twist and get caught in the buckles while trying to cinch the waist belt."

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