Evergoods Civic Half Zip 22L vs REI Co-op Flash 22 Pack

They I think they they have a larger version. This app like a 26 liter, which uh, has like an extra pocket here. I think if I'm remembering correctly,...

I hadn't planned to get the Flash, but after trying on a bunch, that one was the one that felt the best for me. If you're a beginner backpacker, you're probably hiking with some heavy and/or bulky gear, so it's even more important to get a comfortable pack that fits you properly (they'll measure you at the store).

Evergoods says they're made to do this: go from the office to the mountains. Their bags even have shoulder strap pass thru's for a water bladder tube! But as much as i love my CHZ22, without a breathable mesh back, i'd be hard pressed to take it on a long hike. On warmer days, its definitely not been the most cooling back there.

But if you do have the trekking poles attached to the package so you can't expect the pack is, sit up very nicely. Alright, so now that this is fully ...

All right, So it actually won't fully zip up there because of the way that the zipper is designed to curve around the bag. It's actually been designed...

really. as you can see, it doesn't have any outside pockets, so getting anything in and out of here is very difficult. There's no hip belt and that wa...

and this is our half zip 22 and 26 our take on the classic single cavity day bag. It's a simple, easy to use bag with just enough organization to keep...

THis is a great little backpack. Only giving it 4 stars because the zipper didn't work very smoothly. Otherwise, no complaints!

Alright, everybody, it’s time to dive into the materials. Since this is an EVERGOODS backpack, this section will be extensive. So grab a cup of tea, perhaps a coffee, and get comfortable.

However, it is surprisingly comfy, giving you good support when you're carrying your items with you. Even though it offers minimalistic features, this...