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Solid man. I'm glad you called Hyperlite out on that. Good video.
Thanks a ton! Much appreciated 🙌
@@Hike-it For sure. How many of those MLD pods are you going to carry? Hyperlite just sent me a new set of pods as well. Zipper and fabric failed on old ones same as yours.
@@DaveMorrow I've come to find that I prefer just using 1 pack pod for the small essentials.
Were they the same design as the old ones?
Must be lots of others having the same issues...
When over 95% of reviews are 5-Star on every one of their products, you should know instantly those reviews are either completely fake or strictly censored. Period.
Iron, I bought this pack on your recommendation. Best backpack I have ever owned. You were spot on with this. Thanks
Theo! That makes me so happy to hear.
Stoked you are loving it & hope you are having some awesome trips out there 🙌
Hey Tazz, your review of the pods on the Hyperlite website is there now.
I just got a SW 3400 from them and can't wait to get out and use it.
Anyway I like your videos, keep them coming.
Thats really good to hear!
Awesome you will be stoked on the bag for sure 🙌
Happy Trails!
Superb, honest review. Surprising Hyperlite makes such a crappy Pack Pod and such a great backpack.
Thanks for the feedback Mac.
I agree. Hopefully they redesign them at some point.
I use mine for day hikes also when I get to camp, The back pockets are perfect for this, and the family can grab the water easy, just perfect for access to water and gear
Hyperlite have done that to me too. I reviewed the Porter Pocket (reasonably favourably, but not with 5 stars), and they did not publish it. I wouldn't trust their review aggregates.
Dang! Hopefully they will come around to posting all reviews. Happy trails 🙌
I just stumbled upon your videos. I was researching clothing and watched your video on the layers you wear, I liked your energy so that lead down the rabbit hole of other videos. This video sealed the deal as your review was honest and brutal. I started hiking last year and I'm really into it,. TH-camrs like you really make the difference in my growth. Thanks from Arkansas
Thanks Tazz, just for even having a SW 4400 and doing that honest review versus seeing the 3400 thats so flooded on TH-cam!!
Great video man! They keep getting better and better. Keep it up!
Thanks for the inspiring words Jay! 🙌
Yes, I agree with buying a bigger option if you are not sure. If you know a small sack is right, get that, but any doubts, go bigger. There will always be the special trip where you need more food than usual.
100 percent. Happy trails my friend 🙌
Another excellent video, Iron. Finally got to try that pack on last weekend. I have a feeling it will be part of the gear library here shortly. And now, I'm going through and giving all your videos a like. :)
Thanks a ton Kads!
Super appreciate the support my friend. 🙌
Thanks for sharing your review. I am on the fence about the Pods, so it is nice to have both the pros & cons, as the reviews on the site are all mega fans. Like you, I find it hard to believe no one else had any issues. Happy trails.
Solid stuff Iron 👌 Emily and I are getting know'd up!
Awesome! Thanks a ton.
Looking forward to getting out on a backpacking trip with you guys someday :)
Jerald Swalboski when are we taking Emmy and JJ backpacking??
Liked and subbed. My Southwest 3400 arrives tomorrow. 👍🏼
I had subscribed to the channel..super helpful stuff and enjoyable to watch you two as well ✌thankyou
Thanks a ton my friend!
Thanks for the good review!! Looks perfect and will be my next gears! 👍
Awesome! Hope you love it 🙌 Happy Trails
Was happy to come across your video. I'm on the fence about the hmg backpack. 330$ is a steep price to pay, but more than that, I find it weird I could find no one saying something bad about the pack. No pack is perfect for everyone, however, every review is stellar, it makes me wonder. I'm keen to hear from other people not filtered out.
Hey Iron, love your channel!! Keep them coming!
Thanks a bunch for this honest review! May I ask what shirt you're wearing in this video? Thanks!
I like the new into.
Thanks so much :) INSANELY excited for our our trip!!!
Excellent review, thanks
Thanks for calling out Hyperlite. Frankly it makes me wonder about even buying their backpack. Not putting up a negative review is absolutely the worst bull ship a Company can do.
I agree, it's one of the reasons I'm on the fence about there packs. No pack is perfect for everyone, and the fact I can't find a negative review makes me wonder. Right now I'm trying out every other pack I can find that's cheaper before paying over $300
Thank you for the honest review!! I ordered the internal packs , both the small and large one and will let you know if I find the same issues.
thanks for the review I was looking at this for doing Denali in the future
So many companies are controlling their reviews online now! It’s so frustrating and disappointing that hyperlite practices this too. How do you stand by your product when you can’t trust what people are going to say about it online?
Sad to see companies falling into this manipulative trend. I agree. Hopefully this doesn't become the norm for how companies operate.
Hyperlite filters their reviews, I guess your [2021] tag for a video from 2019 is just as genuine? Great and honest review, though, just ordered mine!
Just bought mine, packed it, got to the start of my hike, checked our pods and 3 out of our 5 pods had holes as the glue came undone. Bit shock when these cost around $100aud.
I've always been skeptical of reviews on a maker's site. Difficult to find them elsewhere sometimes though, especially if the product is not sold anywhere else. TH-cam is my go to when looking for reviews, but oftentimes they can be biased/misleading too. It's a shame.
Tried to be as unbiased as possible with this review. Hope you found it useful. :)
Love their packs! Wish they were still made in Maine/USA though... :(
Iron- you mentioned in your HMG pack review that you don't wear your hipbelt or sternum strap. How did you develop the strength to shoulder that pack? I strongly prefer no hipbelt, but have to keep my base weight below 10lbs. Thx for sharing all your knowledge! Love the content. Very practical and useful. Peace - John
Just though I'd chime in, I'm blessed with an insanely strong upper back. I think through years of carrying some sort of pack. I've had a backpack on since primary school, through high school, getting around the city, university, traveling and now hiking. Try carrying a pack with you, add a liter of water, then two-that's already over 4lbs. Carry your groceries in the pack, another 20 there a week. Start working your upper back, traps, delts, lats. It just takes time.
Great video, Beautiful picture too. Do you remember where this was? Rockies??
Thanks so much! I took this photo in the North Cascades :)
A couple of your pics show a flat tarp for your shelter. Do you use a flat DCF tarps on certain trips? I own the HMG 8X8 flat tarp but haven't used it yet. Not sure if I want to deal with the pitching hassle each night. What are your thoughts? Peace - John
Have tried just about everything over the past decade. Was rocking a MLD DCF tarp for a while... Have really found the Zpacks to be the best all around shelter though and it's my current go to. :)
Appreciate the info on the pack! I see you were wearing tights. Do you have a recommended brand? Im looking for some good hiking tights for the shoulder seasons.
Thanks a ton 🙌 I talk about all of the clothes I wear backpacking in this video here: th-cam.com/video/xCCMHKYO9GA/w-d-xo.html
Hey Iron! I am an avid hiker/backpacker and I love my HMG so much as well! I own an EE quilt, what do you recommend storing it in for UL storage in my pack? I might try out a Zpacks dry bag, but not sure what size to get.... I currently use a compression bag, I know its not UL but I prefer to keep it as small as possible in my pack and don't want to worry about it getting wet. Hope to meet you one day in the Olympics! (I live in the area) Happy trails!
Hey Amanda!
I would highly advise AGAINST keeping your quilt in a compression bag.
And AGAINST keeping it as small as possible.
The more you compress your quilt the more life long damaging effects it will have. (It will loose loft over time)
I usually store my quilt in no stuff sack and have it fill up dead space in my backpack.
If I'm worried about rain I will store it in the non WP stuff sack that came with the quilt.
I will line the inside of my bag with a trash compacter sack so ALL of my gear is guaranteed to stay dry.
Hope that helps :)
Awesome to hear your local to the area! I'm sure we will cross paths some time! 🙌
@@Hike-it I meant a stuff sack, sorry! I always store it out in my gear room when not being used. And that does help, thanks! I feel like I have tried every possible solution, but I am one of those types that prefer less items lol. Will try to convert back to my old ways! Thanks again!
That pack is HUGE!!! It EASILY swallowed up your gear when you were packing in the contractor bag. Just started looking at the 4400 last night, and your review certainly helps! Thank you! Curious why you don't use the sternum strap or hip belt. What's up with that???
Thanks so very much. I don’t use them unless I have too. I prefer a full range of flexibility, which the hip strap definitely gets in the way of. It’s also nice building up the shoulder muscles 😀 Happy trails my friend 🙌
Great review of the 3400, I currently use an osprey ethos 58 l backpack, I tend to pack on the heavier side maybe just under 40 lb, my question is have you ever overloaded your 3400 with more than 40 lb and how did it hold up?
I am thinking of The 4400 Southwest in the event I want to bring my travel guitar along... Would appreciate your feedback whenever you get a chance once again thank you for the review
Great review just curious on the backpack does the 3 drain hole on the bottom let water leak in?
Thanks Dan. Have had no issues there.
Thanks for the great video.
But I have one question.
Suppose I hike in extremely heavy rain.
How can the rain run off the outer pockets?
since the color is white, what do u do to keep that clean ? is there any special treatment or trick to wash ? thanks
Have never washed mine. It has a slight brown tint to it now... Witch I prefer over pure white :)
I'm on the fence about the pods, but I bought the 2400 instead of the 3400 or 4400 because I want to FORCE myself to not pack too much gear. I may eventually get a larger pack if I ever decide to do longer trips or snow trips.
Nice man. That's a great way to keep your gear to a minimum 🙌
Never use a hip belt or sternum strap? 🤔...why?
wait - you never use your hipbelt?
I sweat a decent amount. Seems like the lack of breathable mesh padding on the back could cause moisture buildup. Did you have any issues with sweat buildup on your back with this pack compared to others? Thanks for your review!
Do you still recommend this pack ? I am a backcountry fly fisherman who frequently goes on 2-4 week trips. I am oscillating between the HMG 5400 PORTER ( about $500 with pockets, ect ) or a Kifaru Muskeg 7000 ( about $1000 with pockets, ect ). The HMG is super lightweight. The Kifaru is heavier but is designed to more easily carry heavier weights.
Thanks! Great review of the 4400s! I feel a bit nervous buying this pack since im used to loadlifters and a frame reaches over my shoulders. Does this really perform as good as it sounds but one expect this (with say 15kg-18kg loads)? Something i want of a backpack is at least 70%hip and 30%shoulders weightdistribution, but can one expect this?
However, thanks again!
I am considering the 4400 HMG. Do you miss the load lifers?
do you think its worth getting the 3400 for the possibilty to pack more but with the intention to not pack more than 35-45 liters.. ?
Not sure if i should get the 2400 or the 3400...
Hey, Iron Tazz. Great review. I'm thinking of getting the Junction 3400 on the Black Friday special deal. One question: are you able to grab water bottles from the side pockets without taking the pack off?
Thanks so much! I personally am, one of the most important features of a bag to me 😃
@@Hike-it I've ordered the 3400 Junction in black with the Black Friday discount!
Rab does the same thing with reviewers on their website
Hey Iron~ how do you deal with lack of any separation between your gear and your back? Seems like no ventilation either. And what about no strap adjustments? Please help me understand if this matters. Thanks Bud
Hey Ronald,
I prefer to have my backpack right up against my back. It gives me a better center of balance and I can handle heavier loads easier.
That said, there is little ventilation and your back will definitely sweat more because of this.
A trade off I'm happy to make.
If you use the hip belt and loosen up the shoulder straps a little bit you can create a bigger gap between your back and the pack (Im not a fan of of this).
Are you referring to load adjuster straps?
I find that they are not needed with this backpack because of it's design.
It naturally sits in a position as if it had load adjuster straps tightened up.
I will say the most important factors here would be making sure you pick the correct size that fits your body (small, medium, large or tall).
And loading your bag correctly:
- Distributing weight properly.
- Arranging gear so that the back panel is comfortable (Think nothing jabbing you in the back).
I know I talk a lot about going ultra light...
I always carry 14 pounds of camera gear + 1-2 weeks of food and sometimes pack rafting gear on top of my backpacking gear.
In the end I'm carrying much more weight than the average backpacker.
The design of this bag handles weight better than any bag I've ever used before (Most of my previous bags had load adjustment straps)
Hope this helps.
:)
It helps very much and makes sense. I respect your opinion on all of this and your willingness to share this knowledge. I'm stoked to get one now! :-) thanks
@@ronaldhoppus9015 Awesome!
More than happy to help my friend! 🙌
Hey Iron~ I pulled the trigger on the HMG 3400 Junction and gave you an honorable mention. Now you have to take me along on a hike! :-)
@@ronaldhoppus9015 Awesome! Deal 🙌
super shady that they edit reviews to just have 4 and 5 stars. They do have an upgrade to the Southwest pack called the Northrim that has woven Dyneema on the bottom where it will get the most wear, came out a few months ago
I think it's an insanely un honest way for a company to go about doing business...
Was just checking that bag out. Looks pretty sweet!
That’s right. $60 and it should last a long time.
Six Moon Designs sells silnylon pack pods, 3 for $30, so far mine have had no issues
Awesome! That sounds like a solid purchase. Thanks for the info 🙌
They 100% delete any non 5 star reviews.
I wouldn't even drop the money on a pack from them. DCF is a horrible material to make a pack from
With no load lifters, skimpy hip belt, small frame....what's your basis for this review? This seems to be a biased and not substantive video because it's your gear and you need to talk up a 400 dollar purchase. For loads over 35 pounds on an individual who's less than 150 pounds will it be comfortable? It pbly won't ,if you compare it to packs like McHale's,Alpine Luddites, Aiguille Alpine. This is a pack suited for PCT, AT...not mountaineering.
if u go mountaineering is crazy to carry more than 30 pounds. And I talk about 10 miles and 7’000 feet per day.
@@Marcus_Aurelius.
Which world are you living in? Maybe this 30 pound nonsense works in the alps where every hipster climber idiot is catered to....in north America ..you earn it. You carry everything ...the approach tends to be long wilderness oriented bushwhack a, followed by off trail traverses etc ..... The climbing begins only after these long and interminable approaches. The mountaineering you refer to with measly 30 pound packs is "hotel" mountaineering. Try hitting the picket range in northern WA with just 30 pounds. It's not practical. Over here the actual trad climbing routine begins after you carry 40-50 pounds over a dozen miles of brush,gullies etc, and you plonk yourself somewhere near a glacial moraine, or on a main feature such as a ridge.....After that you have the luxury of climbing with 25-30 pounds of gear.
You're referring to hipster alpinism.
hyperlite only sell you crap for mucho dolllars