Mystery Ranch Tower 47 vs Osprey Exos 48

If this conformed to carry-on size limits, you can be sure they'd say that, and loudly. They don't. As others have said, given the proportions it's almost certainly taller than the rules allow -- perhaps by as much as 5-7 cm.

The size of the pack required is dependent on each individual's torso length. I'll leave a link in the description below to Osprey's guide and how to ...

I spent two years searching for something as comfortable and spacious as a hiking backpack but wasn't willing to get a typical one because the material most likely wouldn't hold up. Finally after repeatedly coming back and looking at Mystery Ranch they released this.

Both my boys complained about it rubbing them. Over the course of several days in the back country with heavy packs this left bruises. My review is based on my experience with these packs. I would not buy them again if I were going to do a similar trip

The Pop-up 28 might be the ultimate SAR pack because of it's durability, flexibility, and comfort.

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The pack is unable to stay tight to the frame. The biggest annoyance with this is that you CANNOT access anything in the pack without loosening up multiple side straps. If Mystery Ranch would simply make points of contact to keep the back of the bag itself attached to the frame independently of the compression straps this bag would be untouchable! But since you can't secure it to the frame it's hard to get the load to distribute as it should on your body. I really really really want to like this pack but I'll most likely just sell if after this season

Of course, you've got quite a bit of weight. You've got straps passing through plastic buckles so they can kind of creak and squeak as you move. And t...

The options for adjustments are perfect allowing me to get a great fit and seated perfectly along my back and shoulders, I hate packs that hang low because that unsettling center of gravity gets tiring after a while. On the other hand it is easy to adjust the straps on the move which is nice because if anyone has ever worn a pack for an extended period of time, then you know how nice it is to loosen, tighten, and switch to sling mode here and there to help free up spots on your back that get too hot over time because even with breathable material like that present on this pack, the bottom line is that there is still weight pushing material along your back and you will still get hot depending on how long you wear the pack. The primary harnesses are thick and comfortable, even when I loaded the pack for weight I didn't feel anything digging into my shoulders. I'm used to seeing red marks on my shoulders with other packs and this comfort is something I'm not used to

Back pain sufferer here - I use a frame (Osprey Exos) and a comfy sleeping pad (Xtherm). It’s worth the extra ounces to keep my back healthy.

I have been using the 2DayAssault for about 60 days straight. My biggest criteria for purchasing this bag was the rear pocket zipper for the laptop. I have a 15" MacBook Pro and it fits easily in the laptop pocket with easy access from rear pocket zipper or through the top. I use the bag daily for work but I have also taken two 4day weekend trips with nothing more than the 2DayAssault

Utility pouches on the waist belt and there are big open pockets along the side that would benefit from zippers. The side pouches were good, stowed a medium gatoraid And it did not fall out. I’d just be a little more comfortable if you could seal off those pockets.

I’m a graphic designer, so I’m always carrying my 17” apple laptop and lots of additional tech/wires/charger etc. Additionally I’m a gamer, so I always carry my controller and my 13” Razer gaming laptop. So I’m able to carry two laptops(!), and a plethora of other things. One of my favorite details about the bag, is the Mystery Ranch “Y” zipper design—It’s truly amazing, and not just a gimmick or novelty

There are a few different online retailers stocking the Exos 48. These are the best places I’ve found (price, availability, service):