Unaweep questions

[ausmomo]

Gday all,
I'm sitting here in Aus thinking how jealous I am of y'all. Osprey are just about the only packs sold here...

I've been researching packs for a trip I'm about to make, and my #1 requirement is an external frame pack. I'm sitting on the fence between the Ti-Arc CF and a Unaweep 4800.

Can you please help me with a few questions I have about the Unaweep?

1) How does it handle being checked in as airplane luggage? Is it best to pack it in a suitcase etc? I'm afraid of some careless person smashing it.

2) The Ti-Arc will take a Therm-a-rest Ridgerest Solar , tied to the empty spot under the pack. Would the Unaweep take one of these internally AND leave room for real stuff? Or are they simply too bulky?

3) Durability. I read somewhere the Cuban on the Ti will only last ~2000 miles. I'm hoping to get something that lasts 10 years! (my hiking is gentle. Marked paths only). How does the U's durability compare?

4) As I need it shipped to Aus, it's important I order the correct sizing. Any tips on how not to stuff this up?

thanks

[kevin_t]

Fit is pretty simple as long as you are pretty standard build .
http://store.seekoutside.com/backpack-t ... ackDetails

Everything can wear out eventually . Cuben I would suspect the 2k mikes is accurate as long as there is no bush whacking and its trail walking . VX21 is more robust and will last a long time as long as there is no rock climbing type abrasion . If there is rock type abrasion the X33 and above will be better . For your hiking durability of VX21 should be fine

As for airplane I suspect fine , I know a lot of people fly with them

You can put a ridgerest inside a 4800 fine or use the over the top straps


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[ausmomo]

Thanks Kevin, very helpful.
Just have to come up with the $$$ now

[JohnnyC]

Kevin I also have a question about the Unaweep. Under the weight chart posted, it lists the unaweep 3900 with vx21 as 2lbs 13oz, is that the weight of the pack with the standard or UL frame? Thank you!

[kevin_t]

We are going to re weigh everything shortly. That would be UL and 24 inch . We will post an updated chart in the near future


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