Gregory Deva 60 Backpacks Denver CO

Gregory Deva Backpack, 60L

Gregory Deva 60 Backpack

I bought my Gregory Deva 60 backpack after I saw the rave reviews from Backpacker Magazine, and I decided that I should check it out for myself. I was only intending to just try it on in the store, but after loading it up with 40 pounds of deadweight at the store, walking around and feeling like I was hardly carrying anything, I knew that there was something amazing about this bag.

First, it is truly a women’s specific design. It has a curved waistbelt that molds to my hips, so weight is distributed perfectly. Plus, the shoulder straps are contoured, and designed so weight doesn’t fall on the tops of the shoulders.

Secondly, it is very easy to keep organized. There is a separate sleeping bag compartment at the bottom, where I stuff my Marmot Teton sleeping bag (inside a compression sack). There are side pockets, waistbelt pockets (I keep my camera in one and chapstick and sunscreen in the other), and a pocket on the rear of the pack where I keep snacks. Unlike most top loading backpacks where gear can sometimes be hard to reach, because of the quick open zipper I can access items that are in the middle of my pack.

Lastly, it is highly durable. I’ve used mine hiking through rocky areas and in the snow, I’ve filled it to the max and then some, and I have yet to have any issues with the material wearing out or zippers busting.

If you’re not an ultra-light backpacker and tend to carry heavy loads, then this is a great backpack. I’ve stuffed mine with 45+ pounds and it is still comfortable. The heavy pack weight is the only drawback, but because it is so well designed heavy loads won’t hurt your shoulders or hips.

Gregory Deva 60 Backpack

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