Lucky Larry Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 I really like the way it fits me better than any pack I've owned and the way it packs, but all those adjustable straps that become too long when i cinch them down for a smaller load start whipping me in a heavy wind. I'm beginning to think it's not that great if I have to take a whipping from the mountain and the pack too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountainmandoug Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 Spending another few seconds to tuck the tails of the straps back under the tight part of the strap can fix this problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hendershot Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 Or if you had a cilogear pack, then you could remove those pesky straps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Larry Posted July 8, 2010 Author Share Posted July 8, 2010 Spending another few seconds to tuck the tails of the straps back under the tight part of the strap can fix this problem. good suggestion cause I really do not want to spend more$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
counterfeitfake Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 my pack straps blow around in the wind why don't you tuck them in oh good idea   Really? This thread happened?   Really? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackers Posted July 9, 2010 Share Posted July 9, 2010 good suggestion cause I really do not want to spend more$ Â rubber bands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorianlee Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 Hey oldlarry, or anyone else whos got one, hows the durability seem? Looks like a good pack but lots of reviews online say it'll crap out in no time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 Hey oldlarry, or anyone else whos got one, hows the durability seem? Looks like a good pack but lots of reviews online say it'll crap out in no time. Â I've had the 65L for about 2 years and have used it for alpine and ski trips. Just back from 2 months in Bolivia where it was thrown and tied on top of mini vans, sat on by Cholitas, tied on burros, tossed in boat bottoms, and used by me with big loads and then stripped down for summits. Generally came through well, found it carried well, and I like the simplicity. I never used that big side zipper and I saw one review where the person had some wear issues. It looks a bit worn but I'm satisfied. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Piston Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 I don't have the Quantum, but I have a BD Speed 28 that I've used in the Alps, Rockies, and Cascades with plenty of wear and tear (though no Cholitas) over 7 years. It doesn't look burly, but is still going strong...I've been impressed with the durability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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