Freaking hilarious intro! You nailed it on the Arc Haul. It's the best investment I have made thus far. Videos are really well shot. Looking forward to more!
I'm still using my old 1985 Jansport D3 frame pack -- for day hiking, backpacking and ski mountaineering. In 1986 I stripped it down to just under 4 lbs and used that way ever since. The shoulder pads and hip belt have been replaced a couple of times but the frame holds true. I prefer the comfort and reduced end of day pain that the extra 2 lbs provides over a zpacks or hyperlite. And for day hiking -- I dont notice a difference between 14 lbs and 16 lbs. However, trail running is a different story.
You can test the durability of the pack. Two women I followed last year had problems with the frame. Summit Sam had a new pack sent too her in the Whites and she was south bound, the other women not sure.
Used to use Zpacks then used the HMG and loved it for several years now and won't leave home without it. About 4000 miles so far on the 2400, and around 550 on the unbound 40, and can't think of a pack i want to replace them with. Won't ever go back to zpacks packs or tents. Packs are so subjective it's ridiculous. Enjoy your new pack, hope it works out for you.
Hope that works for you, good luck. When my shoulders start to hurt, I just tighten the hip belt and I loosen the shoulder straps. Sometimes I do this several times, depending if I have to hike overtime.
I’m with you Master Splinter. I have carried Zpacks back packs (Arc Blast, Arc Haul Robic nylon, and now Arc Haul Ultra 60L) for the last three years and over 1500 miles. Nothing fits me or carries the load like a Zpacks pack. It’s light and the Ultra’s just great material. Their customer service is outstanding! I think they have solved the problem of the frame breaking when they switched to the pre-bent carbon. That being said, I've never had the frame or the parts it depends on fail. I hope yours works for you. (Suds)
I've got the ZPacks Arc Blast with the hip belt pockets. My opinion of the pockets is that, while very convenient for carrying things you'd rather not have to open your pack for, they're not very good for accessing things you want to get without stopping. They're set too far back to get both hands on easily, and the waterproof zippers are too stiff to open one-handed. But it's a great pack.
Actually I did find this video really helpful. I’m still seeking my new lightweight backpack, and I think I’ve ruled Hyperlite out. I don’t know if Zpacks truly has the optimal answer for the loads I’ll need when I hike the PCT, but endorsements like yours indicate it’s a candidate.
For same reasons I didn't buy Unbound too. It wasn't comfortable on my back. After some investigation I had no Durston Kakwa 40 and I can't complain...
I hiked the Appalachian Trail with a zpacks arc haul. The carbon rods broke twice so most of the trail I didn't have the arc. Still think it's a great pack but I now use a Hyperlite Windrider. I hiked the Colorado Trail with the Hyperlite and prefer it.
@@gregeberhardt1711 The first time I broke a rod I was bending over to pick up a trekking pole that I dropped and I heard it pop and it was broke. I took the other rod out because it made the bag uneven. I got two new rods at Trail Days in Damascus for free at the Zpacks vendor booth. They had a ton of replacement rods so I bet this was happening to other hikers. I don't remember where those ones broke but I know it was before Maryland because I have pictures in Maryland with a bag and no rods.
@@TractorBeam29 Not good....hopefully they fix that issue then. Thx for the reply, hard to find faults on some of these "wonder bits of gear" before you buy them.
I had originally heard that because the unbound 40 hipbelt is removable and not sewn in like their junction packs are it causes a problem. When you fill the unbound with full pack weight the pack tends to sag somewhat below the hip belt causing discomfort and not carrying weight very well. Also the unbound comes with only one stay not two like in the junction. For these reasons i passed on the unbound even though i liked alot about it. Hope the zpacks works out for ya! Hike on!
Love the Arc Haul Ultra 100 60L but only for shorter trips where the weight is under 30lbs. For longer trips where weights get up to 40lbs or more I’m sticking with my original Osprey EXOS 58. It’s just way more comfortable in the shoulders carrying the heavier weight and even at 58L it holds more gear than the 60L Arc Haul in the main compartment. Also the Arc Haul isn’t 100% waterproof. It leaks! However the Ultra material doesn’t absorb water but still plan on putting your dry gear, quilt, clothes, etc., into a waterproof dry bag. Sadly the thru hiking ultralight mantra of shedding grams to be as light as possible just doesn’t work for all backpacking enthusiasts. We do trips in the 7-10 day range and desire a comfortable carrying pack and double wall, free standing tent to keep you warmer, more secure from weather, and free from the hassle of dealing with condensation allowing us to choose 5⭐️ campsites that take advantage of the beautiful scenery. Getting the right gear for the type of backpacking you do matters and has significant impact on the quality of the experience!
How unfortunate. You may regret this decision. On my Thru hike the Zpacks backpacks carbon fiber “frame” broke on so many Zpacks packs, I stopped counting. I love my Zpacks tent but all other product from Zpacks is such poor quality it’s so unfortunate. I hope this will work for you but be prepared for the “frame” to snap and have a backup plan.
Thanks for the information! I will make adjustments if needed, it's all a part of the journey. However the way the Zpacks carries is night and day from the Hyperlite. So maybe I can be careful with it.
@@ISuckatHikingI Thru hiked with a Hyperlite Windrider. My tramily had Zpacks packs which broke, and I came across at least 10 others whose frames and belt straps broke. I love my Zpacks tent but Zpacks is pretty bad quality for anything other than tents unfortunately.
@@hikingdancer I will have my hyperlite as a backup, but I am also not rough on gear. These new ones are Ultra so I am hoping there's been some improvement on the quality.
So many people are switching from zpack to hyperlite. I don't understand. I'm gonna buy my first (pro) backpack and it's really hard do choose. I'm thinking about pack from GG, zpack and hyperlite. Thanks ❤
Bulshit, as if there was a huge difference. 😂It's only about sponsor thing and nothing more! (and that doesn't matter what you're going to try to tell me) ☺
Freaking hilarious intro! You nailed it on the Arc Haul. It's the best investment I have made thus far. Videos are really well shot. Looking forward to more!
“It’s cause I don’t have load lifters, isn’t it??” - yes, yes it is
That's it
Freaking hilarious intro! You nailed it on the Arc Haul. It's the best investment I have made thus far. Videos are really well shot. Looking forward to more!
He’s just over 200 miles in and a piece of the straps on the Arc Haul has already broken.
My heart breaks for Hyperlite, it didn't deserve a break up.
It's ok you didn't see anything anyway!
I'm still using my old 1985 Jansport D3 frame pack -- for day hiking, backpacking and ski mountaineering. In 1986 I stripped it down to just under 4 lbs and used that way ever since. The shoulder pads and hip belt have been replaced a couple of times but the frame holds true. I prefer the comfort and reduced end of day pain that the extra 2 lbs provides over a zpacks or hyperlite. And for day hiking -- I dont notice a difference between 14 lbs and 16 lbs. However, trail running is a different story.
That's awesome, but this Zpacks carries the weight so well. One day maybe you will upgrade.
Excellent video as I am looking now into these types of packs. Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Hyperlite for the win. Way more durable than ZPacks.
I also recently switch from my Seek Outside Unaweep to an Arc Haul Ultra. Trying it out for the first time this weekend on the Panthertown trail.
We just did that hike! You are going to love it. Check out my video where I took my videographer with me that's Panthertown!
You going to love the backpack too
Yea I watched your video not long after you posted it.
@@leelowder8824 you enjoy that amazing place
Love my Zpack Arc Haul! Great pack! Enjoy!
I love it too
You can test the durability of the pack. Two women I followed last year had problems with the frame. Summit Sam had a new pack sent too her in the Whites and she was south bound, the other women not sure.
I am putting it through the ringer
Used to use Zpacks then used the HMG and loved it for several years now and won't leave home without it. About 4000 miles so far on the 2400, and around 550 on the unbound 40, and can't think of a pack i want to replace them with. Won't ever go back to zpacks packs or tents. Packs are so subjective it's ridiculous. Enjoy your new pack, hope it works out for you.
You were who I was talking about! I told that hyperlite there was someone out there for them, it just isn't me. 🤣
@@ISuckatHiking 🤣🤣🤣
Hope that works for you, good luck. When my shoulders start to hurt, I just tighten the hip belt and I loosen the shoulder straps. Sometimes I do this several times, depending if I have to hike overtime.
The thing is with the Zpacks it doesn't sit on my shoulders at all!
Great video. Lots of information packed into a short segment.
Thanks glad you enjoyed it!
I’m with you Master Splinter. I have carried Zpacks back packs (Arc Blast, Arc Haul Robic nylon, and now Arc Haul Ultra 60L) for the last three years and over 1500 miles.
Nothing fits me or carries the load like a Zpacks pack. It’s light and the Ultra’s just great material.
Their customer service is outstanding!
I think they have solved the problem of the frame breaking when they switched to the pre-bent carbon.
That being said, I've never had the frame or the parts it depends on fail.
I hope yours works for you.
(Suds)
Framed vs framless is a huge difference! I haven't seen any signs of wear yet!
I've got the ZPacks Arc Blast with the hip belt pockets. My opinion of the pockets is that, while very convenient for carrying things you'd rather not have to open your pack for, they're not very good for accessing things you want to get without stopping. They're set too far back to get both hands on easily, and the waterproof zippers are too stiff to open one-handed.
But it's a great pack.
That is why I went with no hip belt pockets and a fanny pack!
Unbound 40 is a legend
I am glad it works well for you
Actually I did find this video really helpful. I’m still seeking my new lightweight backpack, and I think I’ve ruled Hyperlite out. I don’t know if Zpacks truly has the optimal answer for the loads I’ll need when I hike the PCT, but endorsements like yours indicate it’s a candidate.
Glad it was helpful
This was very refreshing. Con's "Where have you been, babe?"
Thanks
For same reasons I didn't buy Unbound too. It wasn't comfortable on my back. After some investigation I had no Durston Kakwa 40 and I can't complain...
Don't get me wrong a lot of people will like the Hyperlite but having a frame load lifters and being lighter was the ticket!
Any backpack with a frame will be more comfortable then backpack without that. Thank you for review
And it's lighter! Bonus
I hiked the Appalachian Trail with a zpacks arc haul. The carbon rods broke twice so most of the trail I didn't have the arc. Still think it's a great pack but I now use a Hyperlite Windrider. I hiked the Colorado Trail with the Hyperlite and prefer it.
Sorry to hear that!
How? Did you sit on your pack, drop it ect or ….?
Really interested.
@@gregeberhardt1711 The first time I broke a rod I was bending over to pick up a trekking pole that I dropped and I heard it pop and it was broke. I took the other rod out because it made the bag uneven. I got two new rods at Trail Days in Damascus for free at the Zpacks vendor booth. They had a ton of replacement rods so I bet this was happening to other hikers. I don't remember where those ones broke but I know it was before Maryland because I have pictures in Maryland with a bag and no rods.
@@TractorBeam29 Not good....hopefully they fix that issue then. Thx for the reply, hard to find faults on some of these "wonder bits of gear" before you buy them.
I had originally heard that because the unbound 40 hipbelt is removable and not sewn in like their junction packs are it causes a problem. When you fill the unbound with full pack weight the pack tends to sag somewhat below the hip belt causing discomfort and not carrying weight very well. Also the unbound comes with only one stay not two like in the junction. For these reasons i passed on the unbound even though i liked alot about it. Hope the zpacks works out for ya! Hike on!
It's working great!
This made me smile today! I recently switched to the 60 and love it.
It's a really good choice!
Great content!
Thanks! I'm stoked that you liked it!
It’s the intro took me out 😂 good job on that 👏
Thanks
Love the Arc Haul Ultra 100 60L but only for shorter trips where the weight is under 30lbs. For longer trips where weights get up to 40lbs or more I’m sticking with my original Osprey EXOS 58. It’s just way more comfortable in the shoulders carrying the heavier weight and even at 58L it holds more gear than the 60L Arc Haul in the main compartment. Also the Arc Haul isn’t 100% waterproof. It leaks! However the Ultra material doesn’t absorb water but still plan on putting your dry gear, quilt, clothes, etc., into a waterproof dry bag. Sadly the thru hiking ultralight mantra of shedding grams to be as light as possible just doesn’t work for all backpacking enthusiasts. We do trips in the 7-10 day range and desire a comfortable carrying pack and double wall, free standing tent to keep you warmer, more secure from weather, and free from the hassle of dealing with condensation allowing us to choose 5⭐️ campsites that take advantage of the beautiful scenery. Getting the right gear for the type of backpacking you do matters and has significant impact on the quality of the experience!
Valid points every gear choice works better for some than others
Mate love this vid. Thanks.
But now hate you as I need to start saving 😂
Glad you enjoyed it
@@KateGrarock You may hate me until you go out with that sweet new pack!
haha totally@@ISuckatHiking
Awesome Gear!!!!!!!!
It sure is!
Great video!
Thanks!
How unfortunate. You may regret this decision. On my Thru hike the Zpacks backpacks carbon fiber “frame” broke on so many Zpacks packs, I stopped counting. I love my Zpacks tent but all other product from Zpacks is such poor quality it’s so unfortunate. I hope this will work for you but be prepared for the “frame” to snap and have a backup plan.
Thanks for the information! I will make adjustments if needed, it's all a part of the journey. However the way the Zpacks carries is night and day from the Hyperlite. So maybe I can be careful with it.
Did you use a Zpacks Arc Haul Ultra 50L or just see others break?
@@ISuckatHikingI Thru hiked with a Hyperlite Windrider. My tramily had Zpacks packs which broke, and I came across at least 10 others whose frames and belt straps broke. I love my Zpacks tent but Zpacks is pretty bad quality for anything other than tents unfortunately.
@@hikingdancer I will have my hyperlite as a backup, but I am also not rough on gear. These new ones are Ultra so I am hoping there's been some improvement on the quality.
Nice work !
Thanks this was the favorite thing I have done! Sorry Hyperlyte...😒
So many people are switching from zpack to hyperlite. I don't understand.
I'm gonna buy my first (pro) backpack and it's really hard do choose. I'm thinking about pack from GG, zpack and hyperlite. Thanks ❤
Your welcome
I believe in Z pack fabric.
The ultra fabric seems to be super durable!
@@ISuckatHiking Dyneema fabric or previously Cuban Fibre I think.
This one is Ultra 100x it's like dyneema but more durable
I get leg cramps if I have a lot of weight on my hips..
Maybe the hyperlite may work better for you!
AGREED
You are going to enjoy yours!
Ha ha...great video :)
Haha, thanks for the love! I had a blast making this video, so I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Wow. You probably break a lot of hearts, don't you?
No ma'am my heart belongs to only you!
Man that was awkward 😂😂😂
Awkward moments are like spice in life - they make it interesting! Glad you found it entertaining!
Z-Crap
Bulshit, as if there was a huge difference. 😂It's only about sponsor thing and nothing more! (and that doesn't matter what you're going to try to tell me) ☺
Well I'm not sponsored by either company. These are just my opinions
Have currently been carried the z-packs for a thousand miles in 60 days and don't regret my decision
are you kidding me??
😂😂😂
Freaking hilarious intro! You nailed it on the Arc Haul. It's the best investment I have made thus far. Videos are really well shot. Looking forward to more!
Thanks for watching many of them!