I've used this for a few years now and while I haven't experienced some of the issues others have, I realize this is not a 'pro' level backpack either. It is entry level, and should be judged on that. I've used it for weekend backpacking trips, and general camping. I'm not going to put 50 pounds in it and complain that it wont hold, because it's not designed for that. If you're carrying 50 pounds or more, you should look into expedition rated bags, or hunter backpacks, not economy 'store brand' merchandise. And comparing it to the same is like comparing apples and bananas. I've found this bag to easily carry what I needed for short backpacking trips. A hammock, Tarp, UQ, TQ, change of clothes, food water and stove. I do not believe it's a full 75L pack, as I moved to this from a 65+10 and I swear I lost room. The front pocket is shallow, maybe 1 1/2" deep and most of what I've stored there has been miscellaneous flat gear. Paper, map, etc. I've also found the side pockets to be a little lacking, though they look large, it's deceiving. They will barley hold 2 regular cans of food, stacked, in them (not that I would carry that, just an example of volume). I ended up using 1 pocket for my stove/pot kit (Stanley type) and the other for 'storage' (Stakes, misc, etc). So, what about the good? It has a large spacious main compartment with a zipper separation between the top and bottom sections. There is a space for a camel back with a Velcro strap to hold it and a hole to route your hose through. The "Brain" on the bag, has an external pocket and an internal pocket. I keep my night clothes in the inside pocket and the things I need to reach quickly in the outside one. There are 2 mesh pockets on the bottom, that work well for water bottles or similar. It has a integrated rain cover that it sewn into a pocket on the bottom (No more losing that cover!) and has adjustable compression straps all over the bag to snug everything up. The torso length is adjustable, as is the hip belt, sternum strap and shoulder straps (top and bottom). Although I didn't experience any slippage of my straps others did. This can be overcome by placing new buckles on the straps, if you are so inclined... Overall, it's a good starter backpack. Don't expect much, but you didn't spend much either. Read all the reviews, Good & Bad and decide for yourself.
