Fans of the Kelty external frame packs might be interested to learn that Kelty is now selling replacement hip belts on their web site.
A few years ago I picked up a Kelty external frame from Craigslist for dirt cheap on a lark. I was amazed at how well it carried. The new (and inexpensive) hip belt makes it even better.
The hip belt is not reinforced, which gave me big doubts, but the lack of reinforcement is very, very easy on my skinny hip bones. I'm not carrying massive weight these days so this is perfect rig for me.
The are also selling replacement back panels and shoulder straps, so if you have an old Kelty, you may be able to upgrade the suspension for peanuts.
A few years ago I picked up a Kelty external frame from Craigslist for dirt cheap on a lark. I was amazed at how well it carried. The new (and inexpensive) hip belt makes it even better.
The hip belt is not reinforced, which gave me big doubts, but the lack of reinforcement is very, very easy on my skinny hip bones. I'm not carrying massive weight these days so this is perfect rig for me.
The are also selling replacement back panels and shoulder straps, so if you have an old Kelty, you may be able to upgrade the suspension for peanuts.