Gegroet Johan,
Thanks for the reply. I found myself not able to wait any longer and bought the bag. I first contacted Lowe Alpine to ask them about the torso length issue. They told me that with my torso (yes I'm also 193cm but my torso is closer to 22 inches... guess I'm kinda disproportionate...) I'd be better of getting the Salient which is adjustable to 22 inches. The Salient looks like a nice pack but with a 90 liter main compartment just a wee bit to big for my likings. Unfortunately there were no retailers anywhere near me (within a 200 miles or less) that I could go to and try the pack. Luckily, if you buy a pack via the Lowe Alpine web site, via one of the retailers they approve, and it is not to your liking you can send or bring it back to the nearest retailer for a refund. This took away most of my reasons not to try it, well, enough of them anyway...
Got the pack, like the pack, but it is was still to short for my torso (as they had told me...), but the adjustability allowed me to make a little adjustment (see pic) and now it fits great!
I'm really happy with it; it easily fits all my gear, it is comfortable on long hikes, easy to organize and seems to be strong and durable (although seemingly not as robust as the Sabre...)
2 question though;
1. what is the purpose of the velcro/hook and loop strip on the bottom of the lid...? Just can't figure it out...
2. Why the snap buttons right behind the shoulders, attached to the internal frame? (see pic also)
A little extra webbing just behind the handle about 2 inches higher seems to be doing the trick...
Thank you much,
Jacob V.
Woodenshoe rather be Dutch
