Berghaus Vulcan II sizing..

[allfatherodin]

(I'll be posting in the introduction thread soon enough)

So I am in need of a new rucksack, and after much research I am eying up the Berghaus Vulcan 2. I'm planning on getting it from ebay, but the seller only has sizes 2 and 3. I am about 6'1, so I should really be getting the size 4, buuut those seem to be impossible to find. I was just wondering if a size 3 would fit comfortably enough? Especially since I believe I am on the bordering heigh of a size 3 and 4! I have emailed the seller, but he is horrible at replying... even the Berghaus website didn't reply to me.. So I figured you guys would be the best bet!

The pack is going to be for bushcraft, of course, but more so for a soon to be hitchhiking trip of Europe and Asia!

Thanks all. Any help would be appreciated.. Even other pack recommendations, I suppose!

 

[johnboy]

Given that the Vulcan is a big rucksack and thus you might end up carrying some big loads I'd be inclined to get the correct size even if it means a bit of a faff around in getting hold of one...

I'm 6'3" and take a 4 in the cyclops II back and a 3 in the original cyclops back ( Roc, crusader etc)...

 

[allfatherodin]

The thing is, is that I can get one for around $140 shipping included, if I get it used and in a size 3, but if I want to get one in a size 4 it'll easily run me $300 with shipping :/

 

[PDA1]

If possible, visit an outfitter that has both and try them (weighted of course). Then you will know which fits, wherever you buy it from. Getting the correct fit is vital if you don't ant your hike to be agony.

 

[allfatherodin]

That's another problem, being in Canada, we don't have anywhere I could try them out at.

 

[Graywolf]

I have a size 3 in the berghaus cyclops 2 Atlas and it fits me perfect,and I am 6'2".Thing is its not your height so much but the length of your back.

 

[allfatherodin]

Thank you! That's what I was hoping! I was wondering why they talked about overall height rather than back length to measure :/

So my question then is how would you measure your back for this bergen?

 

[Graywolf]

you measure along the spine from the base of the neck to a point level with the top of you hips, mine is 19 inches which fit a size 3.Sorry cant help with other sizes

 

[johnboy]

Here you go Berghaus give this handy fit guide...


http://www.berghaus.com/community/?p=3624


They also give back length sizes for the Vulcan
Size 3 43-48cm
Size 4 48-54cm

Hth

 

[shovel reccy]

hi fella i got mine from simply hike in a size 4. if you do get one you wild find it the muts nuts best pack i have ever owend,with my normal load it feels like half the weight. atb paul.

 

[blacktimberwolf]

Here you go, start bidding........http://cgi.ebay.fr/Berghaus-Rucksac...Camping_Outdoor_Rucksäcke&hash=item2c610ed858




To know your back size, measure ( better to get someone else to measure for you) from the bony bump at the base of your neck to the small of your back......I think you will be more comfortable with a size 4....if it is a little long, you can always shorten it by adjusting the shoulder straps but if it's too short there's nothing you can do.
One thing's sure.......you won't regret buying it.




These guys are pretty reliable but I have no idea of shipping costs....http://www.rvops.co.uk/berghaus-vulcan-bergen-extra-zips-605.html

 

[allfatherodin]

Awesome, thanks for all the info guys. I measured my back multiple times, and I keep getting around 20 inches, which is about 50cm's, which is yes, a size 4. It's almost close enough to the size 3 though, so if that rucksack by blacktimberwolf ends up being very expensive, I suppose i'll have to ask myself if the price is worth the possible comfort change... Hrm...

Thanks again, you guys proved much more useful than lots of googling!

 

[blacktimberwolf]

So allfatherodin, did you win the Vulcan ?.........

 

[allfatherodin]

lol, I did! I stayed up till 5:30am watching the seconds count down. Someone bid at the last second, but I was lucky enough that my final bid was better! Hah! I'm pretty damn excited about it.

Was it you that posted it? Because I noticed it seemed to appear on ebay right after your post, lol

 

[blacktimberwolf]

lol, I did! I stayed up till 5:30am watching the seconds count down. Someone bid at the last second, but I was lucky enough that my final bid was better! Hah! I'm pretty damn excited about it.

Was it you that posted it? Because I noticed it seemed to appear on ebay right after your post, lol

I'm very pleased for you,.....120 euros is a fair price for a brand new rucksack.....


No it wasn't me that put the bag on ebay nor do I have any connection with the person that did..........I just posted the ebay link that I thought might interest you
10 euros for postage anywhere in the world seems a little cheap to me but prehaps the seller has access to special shipping rates. With 100% positive feedback, you shouldn't have any problems with him.
Would be nice if you could let us know what you think of it when it arrives ( 6-10 days I reckon)
Anyway well done for winning the bid & hope you enjoy.

 

[allfatherodin]

Yea, the other German seller I was thinking about buying the Vulcan from was selling his from around $120'ish CAD to $180, and those are army surplus. For a brand new Vulcan I think i'm extremely lucky, 'specially with the size 4!

And yea, I thought that shipping was odd... But hell, I ain't complaining! Although to get to the West Coast of Canada from Germany, it might take longer? :/ I dunno, Germans ARE efficient..

Thanks again for the link, and i'll definitely be posting pictures.

 

[blacktimberwolf]

Any sign of the vulcan yet allfatherodin ?

 

[R3XXY]

I once saw a thread here on BCUK that had a chart with back lengths and corresponding Berghaus bergen sizes, and a little daigram showing how to measure back length, all direct from Berghaus.

If anyone could repost that info I'd be greatful as I have my eye on a Vulcan too.

TIA

R3XXY

 

[johnboy]

I once saw a thread here on BCUK that had a chart with back lengths and corresponding Berghaus bergen sizes, and a little daigram showing how to measure back length, all direct from Berghaus.

If anyone could repost that info I'd be greatful as I have my eye on a Vulcan too.

TIA

R3XXY

It's on Berghaus's website....

 

[allfatherodin]

I haven't seen it yet. I've literally been checking outside my window every time I hear the screech of brakes or the sound of a large truck. It was shipped on the 3rd, so maybe Monday!