Best pack - Bergans of Norway Helium 55 L Backpack - Mens

This is an excellent pack, saving about 3lbs., as compared to most full size packs. Yet, it carries like a big frame pack. I bought this back on and editors recommendation in Backpacker magazine. I just finished a two week hike in the High Sierra and couldn't be happier with the pack. I've probably worn out five of the old standard big packs over the years and I doubt I'll ever buy another. While the Helium 55 only weighs 2.25 lbs. it carries a load very comfortably. While rated up to 40lbs. I'm sure I had at least 45lbs. in it at the start. It carried the weight just fine.

The design is very well thought out. I liked the big elastic pockets on the side. The waist band is very comfortable too. Fabric is rugged enough where it counts.

This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.