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I don't have a lot of experience with choosing bags, so I don't have any input. But why don't you like Ospreys? besides them not being very lightweight?

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simon_simpleOP•

They just don't fit my body type very well, are not super durable, and for the price I think I could find a better suited pack for my needs.

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crucial_geek•

The Optic is an otherwise awesome pack if it were not for one flaw: the frame runs across the top of the pack and if I tilt my head back slightly I hit it. It's annoying. It also will not carry 30lbs. comfortably but comfort, of course, is subjective. I would max it out at 25lbs.

The Paragon will handle 30lbs. far better than the Optic but I don't have any direct experience with it. If Gregory keeps the Paragon line going I can see it becoming more popular than the Osprey Exos line, though.

I don't have any experience with the Flex Capacitor, but you know, being pimped by Skurka and all should give it some cred.

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Dick_thndr•

I have also been looking at updating my pack. Been thinking about the Hyperlite 2400 southwest - I think it meets most of your criteria. It is a bit pricey ($310.00), and a few reviewers complain about durability. Most reviews seem to be overwhelmingly positive. Does anyone have any experience with it?

Curious whether the black version would be more durable than the white.

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