cheap ultralight large backpack possibility

[russb]

I was thinking the same exact thing about the fanny pack.

[zelph]

I wanted to try one on first to check the fit. They said can't open packages. I'm big in the shoulders and chest. I passed on getting one. Material looked rugged enough.

[Pure Mahem]

Seems like it would be easy enought to sew a padded wait belt with pouches or pocket to it. Should function quite well for ultralite pack. You'ld definately have to use a pack liner to keep stuff from getting wet.

[flemdawg1]

Any update on this? I'm interested to know how its worked out.

[zelph]

Any update on this? I'm interested to know how its worked out.

Thanks for stopping by flemdawg1. You renewed my interest in this bag. I'll see if they have an opened package that someone may have opened by mistake

Take a look at this storage container. Add some straps to it and a fanny pack and your all set. (Spray it with 3m fabric water repelant)

http://www.dormbuys.com/shop/product/647

[russb]

No update sorry. I have been doing to many real trips to get out on a test hike with an easy bailout in case of failure.

[Mags]

Hmm...use a sleeping pad and you have a frame.

This could be a good, lightweight winter pack.

[Mags]

Anyone remember the Lynn Wheldon 1lb all-mesh packs? Essentially a laundry bag with straps!

I used one on the PCT and the Colorado Trail.

[zelph]

Anyone remember the Lynn Wheldon 1lb all-mesh packs? Essentially a laundry bag with straps!

I used one on the PCT and the Colorado Trail.

I'm not thaaaat old!!!!!! don't remember that one

[Mags]

Heh..well, it is a lightweight pack that many people seem to have forgotten about. It was, IIRC, one of the first commercially available packs marketed as lightweight.

Good little pack. I still have one. Very light with lots of space. A bit bulky and cumbersome now, but at the time it was a very good pack.