My Dad has one (it's been all over the world...Seriously!) and he let me use it...Fell in love. It is light weight but super durable. A normal duffel is flimsy and makes it…
- Cynthia, 02/07/12
Albuquerque

I took my large Base Camp to Iraq for a year, without failure. Overpacked is an understatement when I came home. This beast took all of my gear and kept the sand out. The…
- PAUL, 08/17/11
ROBBINSDALE

I have used this backback for 5 years for school. Before that my brother used it for 4 years. In total this backpack is over 9 years old and it is still in near perfect condit…
- Nicholas, 02/01/11
seattle

First, the Recon backpack is intuitive because it gives me so much space as a college student carrying books and a computer also it has many zippers and pockets to store stuff…
- Jonathan, 02/26/11
Greenville

Yesterday, I packed almost all the gear I plan on bringing for a two day backpacking trip for 4 adults into this pack. That includes 1 sleeping bag, 3 sleeping pads, 1 pillow,…
- Timothy, 03/27/10
Spring Hill, Florida

I used TNF terra 60 before and this Altra 75 is more powerful to load almost all my gears and very comfortable to carry. This is definitely a top quality backpack. Thanks Moos…
- XI, 01/04/11

The Baltoro 75 is sick!!! I'm a big guy..6-4" and I bought a Large and it fits perfectly. This pack has so many pockets...I use the the long side pockets to store my tent p…
- Joshua, 07/05/11
Columbus, GA

I dont even know where to begin with this pack! The fabric materials and stitch work is absolute insanity! Its bombproof! The squeakyness that the Baltoro 70 had is gone in t…
- tanner, 03/10/11
wichita falls

I love this back! It has lots of room and fits very comfortable. The only thing is I wish the water bottle holder was a little bit bigger, but really I didn't buy this for tha…
- Patrick, 09/09/10
Overland Park, KS

That last descriptor doesn't make sense, but at least it's fitting when you say it out loud... Anyway, I'm now going onto my second year with this backpack. My normal loa…
- Frederick, 07/11/11

The colors of the backpack are exactly as depicted, maybe a little brighter but overall i am very happy with my purchase i have already received many compliments on it. This b…
- melinda, 07/18/10

I got this for the past school year; it still looks completely new even after almost everyday use (!!) the only real problem is it lacks back support that excels, it doesn't d…
- annabelle, 07/28/11

As an active Dad who loves to be outside all the time this stroller has far surpassed my expectations. I use it from everyday use to taking my kid on various trail runs/hikes…
- Jeff, 12/27/11

I own and use both the MSR Mutha Hubba and the Marmot Aeros 3P. They are both great tents, each with its own pros and cons. The Aeros 3P is the roomier of the two and defin…
- bruce, 04/09/11
Los Angeles

MY DAUGHTER, NEEDED A TENT,FOR HER SELF,NOW HER AND TWO GIRLFRIENDS CAN CAMP WITH US.YOUR PRODUCTS LAST FOREVER. AND ARE DURABLE, AAB DETROIT,MI MOWTOWN.…
- APRIL bondyapril@yahoo.com, 12/05/11
CLINTON TWP.

So I just ordered the North Face Jester Daypack and I love it. It is so much better than any other backpack that I have ever owned. It looks good, it's comfortable to wear/use…
- Jaclyn, 08/06/10

Nicely made and very fashionable for the teenage girl . It holds 4 1 .5 inch binders plus 1 giant textbook comfortably but the 2nd giant textbook is a squeeze. Lots of padd…
- Kimberly, 09/10/11
Charlotte, NC

Went to the local outfitters to try it on but ordered it for $70 less here at moosejaw. Thats alot of extra gear! Love the fact I can swap out my 3L bladder from my Raptor. So…
- Michael, 06/10/11

This pack is light and yet crazy tough. I've had it nawed on by dogs and pack rats and yet it's stood up. I worked as a wilderness therapist guide - so we had to live outdoor…
- Jackson, 08/19/11

I use my Altra 65 for extended backpacking trips on the AT. At the moment the longest trip I have taken it on was 4 days and 80 miles. Although this makes me by no means an ex…
- Frank, 06/16/10

I sold my Naos 55 to a friend in order to get this bag. I was hesitant at first but now realize it was the best decision I have made in terms of gear. The suspension is like t…
- Jonathan, 06/17/10
MA

I did a lot of research for double strollers when I was expecting my 2nd son. I dragged my husband around from store to store testing out double strollers. I have to say, th…
- Carrie, 07/11/11

I bought this pack specifically for a trip I was taking and needed something that could stow all my stuff for the plane ride and then be able to load up for day hikes and phot…
- Michael, 07/08/10
Motown

By far THE BEST backpack ever! It is so versatile. I use it for college and can fit everything I need for the day in it. Plus it is great for loading up with essentials for a…
- Kerah, 01/30/11

I took the MSR Hubba Hubba on my Appalachian Trail thru hike this year, and it performed above my expectations. After six months of everyday use the tent is still in great con…
- John, 12/16/10

This tent is affordable and convenient. It is light-weight for a 2-person tent weighing in at under 5 lb. It keeps me, my husband and my pitt bull terrier dry and comfortabl…
- Serenity, 05/14/11
Ridgecrest, NC

I bought this backpack for school because i was looking for a specific northface backpack in black and the guy who worked at the store gave me this one and i was in a hurry so…
- natalie, 11/21/10
birmingham

This bag is great for school. The laptop sleeve is super handy. I've had the bag for about 4 years now and it has held up well.…
- caleb, 10/11/10
Ada, OK

I've used this as a school bag for a few years. It fits notebooks, writing utensils, water bottle, and snacks with room to spare. I love the small miscellaneous pockets to kee…
- Mariana, 03/30/11
Ann Arbor

I use this backpack everyday day at school and when I go on trips. It is very comfortable and super cute. I have gotten tons of complements on it too!!…
- Leisa, 02/26/11

I had a difficult time finding a pack that fit me because I am so small (5"2, 105 lbs.). This is a large pack but cinches down nicely. I love that the belt is form fitting, th…
- NICOLE, 04/06/10
EAST LANSING

If you aren't an hourglass shape & think the Aether would work, go with the Ariel. It fits us like a glove. I am top heavy with not much for hips, but the women's belt is a fa…
- Tanya, 09/12/10
Cowsbell, Montucky

I had North Face Jester before but it was bit too small for me. I later bought a black Hot Shot and loved it so much. I used it for college and graduate school. Then this b…
- ILJOO, 11/05/11
NJ

I have had this bag for a week now and must say not to bad I just wish the mesh water bottle compartments were a bit larger to fit a nalgene "securely", mine has fallen out a…
- Justin, 01/21/12
Cedar Falls

This is the perfect pack. Just big enough for winter gear but light enough for summit bids in one unit. Compresses way down. I was worried how well it would carry but did fine…
- David, 04/05/10
Cleveland Ohio

Can't say enough positive things about this pack. I've owned many packs...NorthFace, Gregory, etc...but none have compared to this one! Plenty of room, plenty of bells & whi…
- Bryan, 09/25/11
Shelby Twp, MI

I have used Ridgerests for decades and sometimes a 10 year old Thermarest. I bought the Trekker (regular size) about 3 weeks ago and used it in the Shenandoah Park on 12/2 wit…
- Alan, 12/06/11
virginia

Its like sleeping on a pillow of air. Well actually it is. Its durable which is great and it protects your investment of buying it. really the only problem with it is that it…
- Soren, 01/12/11
Seattle WA

I have had a Core for just over a year I think and am now on my 3rd Black/Orange. The first lasted until this past Sept when, after a battery change, the display went to diag…
- EDWARD, 10/23/08
New Brighton, MN

I find the altimeter to be very accurate once it is properly referenced. The thermometer is accurate as well as long as it isn't on your wrist. If you strap this to your pac…
- BRIAN, 12/11/10
Glen Mills

The Cat's Meow is a great sleeping bag and is reasonably priced if you are just getting into camping, overall, if you're buying your first bag, this is definitely the way to g…
- Cara, 08/08/11
Houston

This sleeping bag is very light compared to other 20 degree bags. In fact is seems to be half to one pound light. This might help explain why I in temps in the 30s I usually…
- Joseph, 05/31/11

This is the perfect school/ hiking back combo. Has more than enough room to put all my books and my laptop. Its very comfortable as well. Also I loved the whistle on the chest…
- Aaron, 09/27/10
Michigan

This is a great day pack! Will last for most of middle school, high school or college whichever you are buying it for. I got it for high school. I have tons of books, a lapto…
- MAMIR, 09/11/10
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