EastCoastBastard Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 I've been super stoked with my CCW ~ 40L pack - and I've had a number of cilogear packs. No more cilogear for me. My CCW is lighter (even with the frame of the cilogear removed), cleaner and more durable at a better price. CCW has an outstanding track record and can do minor customizations at a reasonable price. Randy's (CCW owner/operator) a super helpful guy and answers all your questions asap. Really easy doing business with him. My current 30L pack is a MEC genie DSL - which is a fraction of the price of most others and a sweet little pack. With a few minor modifications it's even better (lighter and more functional). I'm on my second Genie in 10 years - fantastic little packs. My first one has been retired to a school/grocery pack, but it's still going strong. Can't reccomend those highly enough. I liked the previous generation BD speed, but don't like the current generation very much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdietsch Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 a third vote for the CCW Valdez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceaxe23 Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 a third vote for the CCW Valdez 4th vote. I have one and the Chernobyl I want to try a cilo 30-30 or a NWD 40 to replace my WT spectra andinista but spend all my money on gas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Kidd Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 Hey G - Check out that new gen of Grivels. You know I love my air tech, but those Freneys look great - eyeing the 30. Not sure of the big waist strap, but if it sits high... http://www.grivel.com/products/ice/rucksacks/synoptic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
layton Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 The Mammut Trion Light, and the Trion Pro both look interesting. Weird thing on the Trion Pro - such a burly patch for "crampon wear" on the front...but how the hell do you attach the crampons? I've been digging my BD Sphinx 45L for almost a decade now...not made anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaleHoopes Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 Only thing I don't like about the Mammut packs... they seem extra heavy - granted, they are very durable, but heavy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave7 Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 Cilogear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dane Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 My CCW is lighter (even with the frame of the cilogear removed), cleaner and more durable at a better price. CCW has an outstanding track record and can do minor customizations at a reasonable price. Agreed. If you have owned both it is obvioous the numbers don't add up to the hype. Blue Ice is another in those sizes. Warthog is exceptional imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laughingman Posted November 24, 2011 Share Posted November 24, 2011 (edited) If one wants a truly "custom" pack made just for you, go to mchale packs he will be willing to make you whatever you want. Mchale packs will indeed cost you an arm and leg to buy though. $400+- given the pack and extras. I hope he does not get angry for me posting pictures of his beautiful backpacks. Edited November 24, 2011 by Laughingman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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