Gossamer Gear
Gossamer Gear Loris 25
For everyday trail use, Gossamer Gear makes the Loris 25: 25 L, 19.5 oz with its removable SitLight pad, recycled Robic fabric, frameless, one size, $135. It has been in the range since September 2023.
Specifications
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Pros
- ✓$135 is modest for a cottage-brand daypack.
- ✓Robic is a durable, easily repaired fabric.
- ✓19.5 oz with the SitLight pad (17.1 oz without) is light for a 25 L pack in woven nylon.
- ✓The removable SitLight pad doubles as a seat, and the sleeve takes a hydration bladder or a laptop.
Cons
- ✗No published maximum load.
- ✗One size only, with no torso range published.
- ✗Frameless, so heavier day loads sit on the shoulders.
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