I believe the flash has more support than the Mariposa. In my experience, unless you get your total pack weight under 25lbs including food and water, it's well worth the additional weight to have that support in the belt and frame. Either way I'd start with the REI pack.? Or order BOTH, try them at home fully loaded walking around the block a few times so as not to get them dirty, and then return one.
Ethan Gallogly
"When you see a new trail, or a footprint you do not know, follow it to the point of knowing."? - Uncheedah
On Wed, Aug 21, 2024 at 8:54?AM outhiking_55 via <animalfarm99=[email protected]> wrote:
The REI Flash 55 goes on sale Friday. 30% off.?
Kim
On Wed, Aug 21, 2024 at 10:36?AM chayaj via <chayaj=[email protected]> wrote:
Thank you all for your input.? After reading reviews and watching tons of pitching videos, I have decided on the Durston XMid 2 Pro and the Bearikade Blazer. ?
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On the backpack, I am torn between two packs, both are significantly lighter than my current Gregory Deva 60.
Gossamer Gear Mariposa, which I would end up getting based on reviews and talking with other hikers I met on the trail, and which is pricier
OR REI Flash 55, which I can try out at REI, is less expensive, but also 11 oz heavier
Do Durston, Bearikade, or Gossamer Gear ever have discounts or sales?
