Ortlieb Flight Backpack 22 Litre

Advantages: High Volume and Superb stability with heavy loads
Disadvantages: Military image - olive green

...You don't see the Vulcan around much these days but I had one and it was a rock steady backpack. Manufactured by Berghaus for the serious mountaineer but affectionately used by the military and forces due to its high volume and stability when loaded to the maximum. Features 100litre volume with two detatchable side pockets (very useful for expeditioners who have trekked to a base camp and then require a day pack for day walks etc) - the pack comes with straps to turn the side pockets into a small backpack. A feature copied by many other manufacturers. Internal frame that can be moulded to your back. High density foam in the right areas to prevent chaffing and rubbing (eg hips, shoulders and lower back - good lumbar support) My one had a divider between the main sac - not sure that this was common but very useful to keep dirty... Read review

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Advantages: Solid Feel / Price
Disadvantages: Could use more hi-tech gadgets

...Regarding the basics, the Horizon Ti 22 is quiet and has a solid feel. The LED monitor has a variety of settings and modes that allow me to adjust my workout. The width of the unit is comfortable, so I don't feel as if I'm going to tip over or stumble when I walk. The most important aspect to the entire unit is its solid feel. I weight 180 pounds, and when I run, I didn't want a machine that bounced, which will increase stress on knees. This unit provides the support I need to feel safe running even at speeds of a 7-minute mile. The cup holder is pretty basic, and I would have rated it excellent if it had a dvd player like some of the others I looked at, but for the price, you can't go wrong. Overall, if you're looking for solid build, reasonable price, and if you can forego some of the more expensive gadgets... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Cheap, light, the back packers friend
Disadvantages: Bulky, can damage pride if mate beats you in combat ;o)

...drawback with these things is that although they are light, when rolled they take up around the same space as a well packed sleeping bag, which can be a downer if you are backpacking. Ants' tip of the day however is to roll it up around your sleeping bag so it fits in the sleeping bag attatchment bit of your backpack. Yes, I know I'm a genius ;o) Oh yeah, another tip for a comfortable nights sleeping is if you are in a field with long grass, cut some of it and shove it under your groundsheet as it acts like a cushion. While minimal it can make the difference. Sleep well, and thanks for reading :o)... Read review

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