Gregory Paragon 68 with FREE 3D Hydro Reservoir (Closeout)

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This is a really comfortable pack. It's highly adjustable, so you can really dial in the fit. It carries weight really well too. It has a ton of organization and an absolutely rock solid build. I've put somewhere close to 300 miles on this pack and it's still in great condition. I've had to make one real repair on it and it was because I got careless with my knife.

Dislikes

I wish you could remove the brain and still have a way to fully seal the top of the pack. Hip belt pockets could be a little larger and I wish there was easier/alternate access to the side pockets for water bottles.

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Love all the features that this bag comes with. I appreciate the minimalistic design on the bag which cuts down on weight, while still being extremely comfortable. This bag has a ton of different adjustment points to achieve a custom personalized fit for your body type. For the liter size the overall weight of this pack is amazing compared to other bags of the same capacity. I also like the additional 3D hydro reservoir which will come in handy if you’re hiking a trail which has very few places to filter water.

Dislikes

The only thing I can say that I don’t like about this pack is that it does not include an emergency whistle on the front chest strap which on most of the Gregory packs include.

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One of the lightest 65+L packs available. Used it on a 2wk trek on the Annapurna Circuit and previous months of training hikes. Performed great w/43lb load (food & water). Loved the suspension system esp. on downhills; very grippy and comfy lumbar pad. Loved the bottom access.

Dislikes

Would have been great if the brain/top pack could be completely removable. Main hip-belt straps a bit long and dangling in-the-way when tightened up. If the side-pockets were made out of main pack material w/a bungee cinch (ala new GG Crown2 60) vs. stretchy fabric it would be the perfect large cap, lightweight pack.

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Liked that the pack included a water reservoir, had a removable day pack and had a rain cover. Used for a weekend trip and it worked great. It was super comfortable! I was debating between this pack and a more expensive osprey one, glad I decided to get this one. Hoping to take more trips with it soon!

Dislikes

The water bottle pockets on the sides seem to stretch out and snag easy.

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Nice suspension and support. Good adaptability with removable lid and sleeping bag compartment flap. Mesh pocket in front is nice for wet items. Carries weight well.

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Mesh pockets may not be that durable.. Only one mesh water bottle holder can be accessed with pack on. Don't really use the sleeping bag compartment so its just extra weight.

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One of the lightest 68L packs in the market, but can see some of the places they skimped* on. Do not see this being much of an issue if not overstuffed.

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Nothing as of yet.

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Carries 30lbs of gear very nicely. Very adjustable Nice padding on hips and shoulders.

Dislikes

Side pockets could be bigger to hold modern cell phones. Only one side pocket is water proof.

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Love the versatility of this pack, which allows me to cut weight if I’d like (sub 3lbs) by leaving the summit pack, rain cover, or brain behind and removing/rearranging straps and flaps. There is plenty of room when needed—your bear can will fit horizontal and vertical. You can also cinch things down for lighter, smaller loads. Hipbelt pockets can accommodate the latest iPhone. My favorite thing about this pack is how comfortably it carries weight. Appreciate the extras included.

Dislikes

Side water bottle pockets are snag magnets; it’s a matter of time before one rips. Sleeping bag divider not meant to be removed; you must cut straps or plastic connector to do so.

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As with other Gregory suspensions (customizable, great hip belt, nice back ventilation), one of side pockets hold water bottle or bear repellent and can be reached with pack on, sunglasses loop is cool.

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am I the only one that uses water bottle and bear repellent at same time? Why they only made 1 side pocket usable with pack on is beyond me. With slight design modification, they could add main compartment, front zipper access. A bit heavy for a simple top loader pack. Too bad . . . almost a great pack.

Likes

Waist belt pockets. Frame. Day pack/hydro sleeve

Dislikes

Hard to adjust the load straps while on the move. Mesh side and front pockets/durability Side water bottle sleeve will not hold the bottle unless fastened, useless.

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Just used this for Philmont and it worked like a charm on loads up to 35lbs. Likes: light weight, great access on top lid and sleeping bag compartment, very adjustable for perfect fit and position no matter the load, great airflow, removable summit pack, mesh front pocket to dry out shoes or other gear, compressible for small loads, expandable collar for bulky food on re-supply days.

Dislikes

Hydration port on pack was too small to accommodate the bite valve required removal of the hose from the bladder to get the hose through. The Gregory 3D bladder was very nice, but lack of a quick release hose made this more difficult than it should have been.

Likes

Outstanding Gregory quality. Suspension adjustability. Sidekick summit pack/hydro reservoir. Included rain cover. And the best customer service from everyone at Backcountry Edge!!

Dislikes

Hip pockets are a bit small for today's smartphones. A mid pack zipper access like the Zulu or Baltoro would have been nice.