Mission EXP Backpack - 30L

Great pack 4. 7 stars!

Organization is really nice with this bag. The stitching, zippers, and build quality is excellent. Fits great on my frame as well. However, the waist belt is too thin/small in my opinion. Having a removable belt would be better. The exterior water pouches are nice but really don’t hold the large Grayl water bottle w/ the Pathfinder nesting cup. Otherwise I’ve enjoyed my first few trips with the bag.

Good product

I ordered the mission 30L backpack. Although I returned it because it was a bit bigger than what I was expecting for my needs, it is definitely built very well and super functional. As a well-seasoned outdoorsman and mountaineer I would suggest a couple of things to the company concerning this product. First off the waist belt strap is too small (1in. ), it should be 2 in minimum or bigger, secondly the straps underneath of the back are great for a water bottle but should be longer for use of a small sleeping bag or tent. And lastly for being just a 30L pac it is heavy at 4. 35lbs empty (on my precision scale). *Shave 1. 5 lbs somehow, a little strap modification and this would be perfection. I was in need of a small day pac is why I originally purchased it and would purchase it again if these issues were fixed and I wanted a mid range pac.

I got this backpack after seeing one at REI. I'd never heard of Grayl, but I loved that the pack had lots of pockets and places for attachments and add-ons. After using it for a few weeks, I love it. It's big and spacious, but not so big I can't use it for work. It is really sturdy and well-designed and I love the aesthetics of it. Highly recommend.