Camelbak Motherlode?

[awad]

Anyone using one of these packs as a hiking pack? I'd be using it for mostly 1-2 day excursions, nothing more really. I've got a camelbak alpine explorer that i've been using as my daypack and while it's really nice, it's not very large and i'm unable to attach any pouches or anything to it, which is why the MOLLE attachments for the motherlode is real attractive. If not the motherlode, does anyone have any other bags that fit that same criteria? Thanks!

 

[machine26]

I use a camelbak transformer for up to 3 days in spring summer and fall. Its not that big but it doesnt have molle attachments.

 

[Joezilla]

I used a motherloade for a few different backpacking trips in the US ranging from 3 days to five days, and I used it in Peru for a five day trip as well. No qualms at all with it. I especially like the detachable hip belt for more compact traveling where I might not be actually backpacking. It worked extremely well for me.

 

[akthor]

I traded a knife for one and it's on it's way to me. If you want email me and when it gets here I can take a bunch of pics of it so you can see it better inside and out.

 

[Echodawg]

I have the Motherlode and use it for all my hikes. Super rugged, well built and plenty of room. It is a great pack, you won't be disappointed.

 

[j williams]

I had one of those.....Great pack. Youll dig it.

 

[sadiejane]

similar but different configurations and just a tad more carrying capacity, this is the bag im using and really digging it. two overniters so far and really happy. i have had this thing LOADED and the mystery ranch harness made it easy...
http://www.woodsmonkey.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=439:camelbak-trizip-review&catid=38acks-bags-a-pouches&Itemid=58
and tho i really do try to buy local, had to go to the bay for this $180 shipped

 

[akthor]

I really wanted a pack that zipped full open like that but man they really start to get expensive when they add that feature.

 

[awad]

I used a motherloade for a few different backpacking trips in the US ranging from 3 days to five days, and I used it in Peru for a five day trip as well. No qualms at all with it. I especially like the detachable hip belt for more compact traveling where I might not be actually backpacking. It worked extremely well for me.

awesome, just what i wanted to hear. thanks!

I traded a knife for one and it's on it's way to me. If you want email me and when it gets here I can take a bunch of pics of it so you can see it better inside and out.

that sounds phenomenal man, thanks! i'll email you shortly

and thanks to everyone else for their input.