Fjallraven Vintage 30 or Duluth Wanderer

[Mountainwalker]

Hi, after a bit of information and opinions. I looking for a day pack and would like something with a bit more of a traditional feel. I came across the Fjallraven Vintage 30 which has the traditional look I'm after with modern harness etc, which would make it comfortable. I have however noticed that the pack is made of the same fabric that this company uses for clothing and I am concerned that it may be too thin and perhaps not so durable in the bush, i.e more susceptible to ripping if snagged? Fjallraven is not sold in Australia, so I have never seen firsthand the g-1000 fabric or any of their products.What are your thoughts on this pack and the material it is made of? I would just carry basics, survival kit, wet weather gear perhaps a small axe on occasion.

The other option is the Duluth Wanderer, which boasts a solid canvas construction and would certainly be very durable but probably not as comfortable as the weight increased. I am aware of Frost River products also.

Any guidance welcome.

 

[woof]

I have'nt got either, but have 2 traditional packs by rugged river(sadly now ceased trading)they realy are as tough as anything, and will stand up to any amount of being dragged through the bushes. The straps take a bit of getting used to after using more modern systems(in my case the karrimor)but i enjoy using them. If i was to back pack big distances then i would use a modern pack, but for a steady day walk i use the smaller of the 2(about 35 ltrs) and i did 30 miles over a couple of days using the monster wilderness pack,( which is about 65 ltrs) had no real problems.

Hope that helps.

Rob

 

[Mountainwalker]

Thanks Rob, the appeal of a rustic pack is there, and as you say for a day out a bit of discomfort isn't a huge issue. I have a set of canvas motorcycle panniers and I do love the way they age and also the fact that they are near on indestructible.

 

[Tiley]

I have put my Kifaru E&E to one side in favour of a Frost River Summit pack. I really like it and, if you take a little time and care with packing, it's as comfy as most other day packs. The waxed fabric is really good: very hard wearing and sheds water very efficiently; the added bonus of it is that it just gets better with use and age. Might be worth a look...

 

[Mountainwalker]

I have put my Kifaru E&E to one side in favour of a Frost River Summit pack. I really like it and, if you take a little time and care with packing, it's as comfy as most other day packs. The waxed fabric is really good: very hard wearing and sheds water very efficiently; the added bonus of it is that it just gets better with use and age. Might be worth a look...

Yeah the Frost River Summit and Vintage are on my list. Only hassle I thought with the summit is that there are no side pockets, so as you say the manner of packing it would be critical.

 

[Nonsuch]

G1000 tears and cuts easily. It's just polycotton really

 

[Mountainwalker]

G1000 tears and cuts easily. It's just polycotton really

Thanks, sounds like it's more an urban pack material. That narrows it down to a Duluth or Frost River.

 

[Rod Paradise]

I keep thinking of getting one of these (and if I have a good poker win I probably will) - just looks like an old pack should IMO..


http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/54122?feat=1098-GN2

 

[Corso]

I keep thinking of getting one of these (and if I have a good poker win I probably will) - just looks like an old pack should IMO..


http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/54122?feat=1098-GN2

had one of those. Didn't get on with the straps - wool backed canvas, very hot and not strong enough for a full ruck

 

[Mountainwalker]

I'm leaning towards the Frost River Cliff Jackobson Portage Pack http://www.shopcanoeing.com/products/frost-river-cliffjacobson-pack

 

[woof]

Looks like a good choice.

Rob

 

[Mountainwalker]

Just purchased a Frost River Cliff Jackobson Portage Pack. They will make it on Monday and then ship it out. Looking forward to loading it up and heading on out.......

 

[Rod Paradise]

had one of those. Didn't get on with the straps - wool backed canvas, very hot and not strong enough for a full ruck

Ah, that's a shame as it's a nice looking pack.... sigh.

 

[udamiano]

I have a frost River Nessmuk pack, Really solid and really comfortable IMHO

 

[Mountainwalker]

I have a frost River Nessmuk pack, Really solid and really comfortable IMHO

That's good to know the FRost River Cliff Jackobson signature pack that I ordered is based on the Nessmuk design.