Bigtree Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 I found what I think is a good deal here on Vancouver Island for new Arc'teryx Bora 80 backpacks. The sale price is $299 Canuck bucks. Does anyone have one and can offer their first hand opinions? Seems a little porky at just over 3 kg compared to my old Seratus, but then again its got some nice features. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevo Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 I picked up a Bora 80 in september and it is hands down the most comfortable pack I have ever used. I guess you could say the pack is a little heavy, but it distributes weight so well I cant complain. 80 liters is huge, so I just ordered the Bora 50 for those times when 80 liters is too much and my 35L mammut isnt quite enough. I payed right around 300 USD, so i would say thats a good price. Also, look for closeouts, Arcteryx just redesigned the Bora line and I have seen quite a few on sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigtree Posted May 18, 2007 Author Share Posted May 18, 2007 Thanks Stevo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billbob Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 Love mine, yeah it's kinda heavy but tough as nails and fairly waterproof. I like it more than my Mystery Ranch pack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brewer Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 I picked up an older model a few years back (when it wasn't an older model) and I love it; no complaints. It is quite comfortable, and has plenty of good features. I'm pretty sold on Arc'teryx products now, and am looking at a smaller Naos for taking into the mountains on those wetter trips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulB Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 (edited) I've had a Bora 80 for about 6 years, and would also say that it is the most comfortable large pack that I have ever used. The only features I'm not crazy about (which add weight) are the side access zipper and the ability to wear the lid as a fanny pack. Otherwise, it's a relatively simple pack that carries a load well whether hiking or skiing. Edited May 30, 2007 by PaulB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billbob Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Ya, I cut off the fanny pack straps. Can't imagine ever using the lid in such manner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_like_sun Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 I found what I think is a good deal here on Vancouver Island for new Arc'teryx Bora 80 backpacks. The sale price is $299 Canuck bucks. Does anyone have one and can offer their first hand opinions? Seems a little porky at just over 3 kg compared to my old Seratus, but then again its got some nice features. Seriously the best BIG pack I've ever owned. Its so comfortable that even when weighted to the max you still feel nible and agile. I've used it in basically every condition possible, with zero complaints! Go buy it. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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