Bora 65 Backpack Men's

I got this bag as a warranty replacement for the previous model of the Bora AR 50 (which itself was a warranty replacement for the Arrakis 50! Thank you Arcteryx Warranty!!)). Remarkably, this one was $200 less than previous model, though it has a totally different construction. Before, the bag was made with an external layer that was a thick rip-stop nylon, which made it highly water resistant but a little heavier. The interior seam taping was what eventually started coming apart after 6 years of steady use. I think it was marketed for winter sports in snow, but I use it for botanical field work in mountains of Hawaii (= rain + lots of bushwacking and off-trail rambling). This new Bora is more of a "traditional" nylon construction, not nearly as water resistant, but also lighter and more adjustable. I've been using it for about 4 months now, one to several times a week and despite the material being lighter and thinner there is no obvious signs of wear. Hoping it will hold up as well as the last one. I really like how expandable it is with the dual drawstrings on the top of main compartment, how much slack there is on all the straps on main body of bag too, so I know I could really stuff and expand it wider if I wanted to. But by the same token its not overly big when I'm not carrying that much and everything cinches down nice and tight. I'm very happy with the extra storage options - long external ventral pocket with sealed zipper, hip-belt pockets, external side pockets (I expect these to tear out and rarely use them), and two top pockets on the "brain," as well as a water-resistant under pocket for things that can't get wet. And just like the other packs the hip belt and shoulder straps are nice and thick so it can really carry some weight without hurting your body when you need it too. Overall this is a great product with tons of functionality. I hope it lasts as well as the previous Arcteryx bags I've owned, and that they don't radically alter the design when I'm ready for my next replacement!! And especially for the price, I think this has to be one of the better values for your money, which you can't always say about Arcteryx prices...

after years i find a pack that is more than great did a long trip in the mountains and it is perfect

Ripped On The First Trip, No Rough Use. the top compartment is super slow to get to the main storage of the bag. overall the backpack has too much going on.

I’ve used this pack on a couple trips now and have nothing but good things to say about it. Although not the lightest pack on the market, the suspension system works great and allows for a comfortable carry all day. The best feature is the side access zipper, which opens into any part of the pack to grab a desired item without having to remove everything above it.