Thanks for the great review. I'm glad that Gregory finally made a 85 liter bag. That's just about right for all my gear. I'm not ultra light weight, so I need room for my gear.
I have the previous generation of this.. It was expensive but I have never used a better pack in my life.. simply amazing.. looks like this newer model kept a lot of the same design that has been a winner for this pack over the years...this pack handles heavy loads very very well.
I love the review on this pack, thank you. Before deciding if it's worth the extra money I would love to see a review on the Gregory Stout 75 for comparison. I'll be watching your channel to see if you can make this possible.
I bought the Gregory Baltoro (2014) Waist pocket is mesh, lumbar support not removal-able and no rain cover.... I'm only disappointed about the rain cover. After trying on several packs at Moosejaw (seem like let just let me go wild and tried what I wanted and kind of made a mess, which I helped clean up) the gregory fit like a glove.... so so so comfortable. Money very well spent.
i can't decide between the 75 and 65. I don't have ultra gear but def light gear so I could make due with less then 65 liters I'm sure. at the same time i need room for rapelling / canyoning gear :/
tholok97 Good question. The updated Baltoro does not have the fanny pack capability, but it does sport a new, Ultra-light internal hydration sleeve that can be completely removed and used as a day pack.
This pack does indeed come with straps around the sleeping bag compartment. Generally, they're used for sleeping pads or larger, more bulky items. Depending on the quality of your tent materials, it may be a better idea to store that inside the pack for its own protection.
+Jeff Bixby Easily fits a 3 liter but it does extend into the main compartment a bit. Love this though - I have the 65L and it is comfortable well up to 50lb loads. Get it fit right and this thing is a beast! Great organization - even the space in the 3 pockets on the lid is crazy
The Paragon is a much lighter pack, therefore it will not hold as much weight as the Baltoro. The straps and hip belt are built very differently and likely won't provide the exact same fit as the Baltoro. You won't experience the flex and automatic adjustment that you do with the Baltoro packs. The trade-off is that the Paragon has loads of trail-friendly features but comes in at a significantly lighter weight. It's also highly adjustable to fit many different users.
+ryan y There is one stowable water bottle pocket and on the other side is a stretch mesh pocket that can be used for water bottles or other gear. Thanks for watching!
Thats actually not a bad price for a pack this good and made with quality. Take care of it and you can get a decade or more out of it. And seriously - saving money on a pack you will take on multiple day treks isn't wise. If your shoulders and hips are screaming and your 100 miles from the car - you'd gladly pay $200 on the spot for some comfort!
crunkinthis its a lot but will last for years and years, comes with a rain cover and day pack that helps the value a ton! Probably would spend another $100 for those items that are included with the pack ! I can't decide between the sizes and can't try them on either because i live in Mississippi lol
I agree in that his beard is somewhat distracting, (I just may follow suit) however, he is seemingly well informed in the product's he is pushing... As well as a grasp on appropriate vocabulary... A decent sales "pitch.."
Will the beard fit in the main compartment?
Thanks for the great review. I'm glad that Gregory finally made a 85 liter bag. That's just about right for all my gear. I'm not ultra light weight, so I need room for my gear.
I have the previous generation of this.. It was expensive but I have never used a better pack in my life.. simply amazing.. looks like this newer model kept a lot of the same design that has been a winner for this pack over the years...this pack handles heavy loads very very well.
tremendous video. Very thorough and extremely helpful
I love the review on this pack, thank you. Before deciding if it's worth the extra money I would love to see a review on the Gregory Stout 75 for comparison. I'll be watching your channel to see if you can make this possible.
Thank you for your review, I bought one today :)
Very nice review.. Gregory makes great packs !!
Just picked it up at REI garage sale for $175! Nothing wrong with it!
THAT'S SOME GOOD LUCK
I bought the Gregory Baltoro (2014) Waist pocket is mesh, lumbar support not removal-able and no rain cover.... I'm only disappointed about the rain cover. After trying on several packs at Moosejaw (seem like let just let me go wild and tried what I wanted and kind of made a mess, which I helped clean up) the gregory fit like a glove.... so so so comfortable. Money very well spent.
Question for Backcountry Edge and everyone else: Do you prefer the red over the black, or vise versa, and why?
i can't decide between the 75 and 65. I don't have ultra gear but def light gear so I could make due with less then 65 liters I'm sure. at the same time i need room for rapelling / canyoning gear :/
Looks like black version has brown tint to it, right?
***** no, it's a flat black.
Got a link for how to change out the shoulder straps and hip fins?
Great vid!I recently tore a hole on the summit day pack does anyone know where I can get a replacement?
What you more recommend?
Osprey Aether or Gregory Baltoro?
Nice Vid. What kind of features does the Baltoro 75 provide over the Stout 75? I can't seem to figure them out yet the baltoro is about 100€ more.
Dig the Magpul iPhone case
Nice review!
Is it fine for summer hot days? How about ventilation? Thank you!
Hi! The pack has great ventilation due to the mesh backing and suspension system!
@@Enwild THANK YOU FOR THE ANSWER! KR
Thank you for your review in details.
Where can I find this model in brown color, like the one in video?
The Baltoro that Steven is demonstrating in this video is the Shadow Black color. Thanks for watching!
I loved the 2013 model, however the 2015 model sucks. It hurt and was uncomfortable. I returned mine and went with a osprey instead.
do you have full access from the front of the pack? or just a limited access?
Alvaro Germain! I own the 85 and it does have full access from the front through a duo U-shaped zipper
Can the top lid of this backpack be transformed into a fanny pack? This was possible on the previous version of the Baltoro 75
tholok97 Good question. The updated Baltoro does not have the fanny pack capability, but it does sport a new, Ultra-light internal hydration sleeve that can be completely removed and used as a day pack.
Got it :) I appreciate the quick response
Soz tell me! I can't decide, the gregory baltoro 75 or the fjallraven kajka 75? Which one should I pick?
does it have those straps at the bottom of the for your tent or something like it?
This pack does indeed come with straps around the sleeping bag compartment. Generally, they're used for sleeping pads or larger, more bulky items. Depending on the quality of your tent materials, it may be a better idea to store that inside the pack for its own protection.
Is the sidekick summit pack included?
All of the latest Baltoro packs include the ultralight SideKick pack.
It's right in the video chief.
How big is the hydration sleeve? Will it hold a 3 liter Camelbak? Or only a 2 liter?
+Jeff Bixby This pack should fit up to a 3 Liter hydration bladder comfortably. Thanks for watching!
+Jeff Bixby Easily fits a 3 liter but it does extend into the main compartment a bit. Love this though - I have the 65L and it is comfortable well up to 50lb loads. Get it fit right and this thing is a beast! Great organization - even the space in the 3 pockets on the lid is crazy
Besides the size differences, how does the Gregory Paragon stack up to this pack? I found the Baltoro to fit perfectly but it was pricey.
The Paragon is a much lighter pack, therefore it will not hold as much weight as the Baltoro. The straps and hip belt are built very differently and likely won't provide the exact same fit as the Baltoro. You won't experience the flex and automatic adjustment that you do with the Baltoro packs. The trade-off is that the Paragon has loads of trail-friendly features but comes in at a significantly lighter weight. It's also highly adjustable to fit many different users.
Why is it so costly in Europe? Approx 300 euros
Not sure! We sell Gregory's wonderful packs in the US.
Only one water bottle holder?
+ryan y There is one stowable water bottle pocket and on the other side is a stretch mesh pocket that can be used for water bottles or other gear. Thanks for watching!
I would love to buy this but the price is insane..
Thats actually not a bad price for a pack this good and made with quality. Take care of it and you can get a decade or more out of it. And seriously - saving money on a pack you will take on multiple day treks isn't wise. If your shoulders and hips are screaming and your 100 miles from the car - you'd gladly pay $200 on the spot for some comfort!
crunkinthis its a lot but will last for years and years, comes with a rain cover and day pack that helps the value a ton! Probably would spend another $100 for those items that are included with the pack ! I can't decide between the sizes and can't try them on either because i live in Mississippi lol
Edward cheatham go to the gregory website. they have a size chart that tells you what size you need based on your dimensions.
I have a Gregory from 1993 and it is still working great. It has outlasted my body..........
super backpack
I agree in that his beard is somewhat distracting, (I just may follow suit) however, he is seemingly well informed in the product's he is pushing... As well as a grasp on appropriate vocabulary...
A decent sales "pitch.."