a great pack but BUYER BEWARE
919417
This is, otherwise, a great pack but BUYER BEWARE!
I ordered a Large size, which I now find ONLY refers to the Torso measurement, NOT the QuickSwap A3 hip belt or shoulder harness!  This seller describes both as interchangeable but gives NO INDICATION within the description of the size that they are selling with this pack!  The seller does NOT PROVIDE ANY OPTIONS and NO INDICATION that this only refers to torso length when it offers a S-M-L option (which is noted only on the Gregory website sizing chart and not within the sellers description!).  The included hip belt (and possibly the shoulder harness) that came with my Gregory Baltoro 65 L IS NOT a Large!  ANOTHER QuickSwap hip belt, size Large can be ordered from other sellers but it alone is more than an additional  $45 with shipping!!  I haven't even considered the potential shoulder harness issue yet!  Unfortunately, this is not what Id call a quick swap or a good deal.
1845016
I bought from the seller ABCToy4Me and the packs where in good condition, however I pulled no super rares and the super rare ratio is 1:6 so that could very well be me just having bad luck. Overall the set is great having Neo-Spacians, Destiny Heroes, Roids, and Aliens there are very few cards in this set I do not like and being able to pick up these packs for less than 2$ a pack is great even if they may be weighed. I will know for sure later as I will definitely be buying some more of these packs.

(For those who don't know what weighing the packs is, more rare cards have a different weight than normal rares because of the way the holo is made; so a seller can weigh packs and know which packs have super rares/ultimates and only sell the packs with normal rares.)
3558518
What I loved about this pack:
1. It was very durable and had a lot of room. The extended room at the top with double drawstrings helped a lot since I came home with more than I left with.
2. It felt safe to walk around with in public places and I didn't feel open to pick-pocketers.
3. Straps stayed in place with no frayed strings, no broken zippers or seams coming undone.

What I didn't like about this pack:
1. I packed the bare necessities and it was really heavy. Like, unexpectedly heavy. I unpacked fully when I initially got to Europe to try and figure out why the hell it was so heavy and couldn't figure it out.
2. No matter how I adjusted the height of the straps I couldn't get the belt to sit comfortably on my waist to take the weight off my shoulders. I suppose this pack is made for people with no hips and exceptionally long torsos because I just couldn't get it up enough to take the weight off my shoulders.
3. I really wish there was a fanny pack on the belt or some easy-access front pockets.
4. I don't understand why the belt was so thick and padded and heavy. It really had no purpose at all for me. If it was going to be such a big belt cant they put a dumb pocket on there?
5. The water clip broke off right away.

Overall it was a decent purchase and I'd use it again but I cant pack much stuff in it - so it doesnt serve its purpose well. If you're shopping around go for a pack with a lighter material.
3738447
I have backpacked for years and this one is an awesome pack. I have seen reviews that it states it is a good beginners backpack, but I'm a long time backpacker and for those who think it's only a beginners pack don't know about packs. This pack is easy to adjust on the move and is a good quality pack for weekend adventures. It is great to have a pack that almost fully opens, and side storage for easy storage. The pack is built well and has great features that make this pack stand out. I have purchased Osprey packs that are uncomfortable when hiking and several other top brand packs that just don't feel good when hiking. My advice is, everyone is different and you might purchase several packs before finding the right pack for your shape and size. I'm 5'11/215lbs and this pack is one of my most comfortable packs to wear, compared to my other 4 backpacks I  own.
1284045
I really like my pack. I use it almost daily. Its light weight and comfortable. The only problem is the mouth piece on the bladder. It leaks and its a decent leak. I don't really mind it but this could drive someone bonkers. When reading up on this product this seemed to be a common problem
542220
This pack is amazing and very comfortable (most probably the best backpack I ever had) for work, school/college, and other non-sporty activities.

However, I can't believe they forgot to put a small mesh/bottle holder on the side of the pack. It is a necessary item no matter what activity one is doing.

So, that's why I gave 4 stars. Otherwise, it's a great one and if you don't care about that one missing feature, you are good to go.
205770
great pack,well built, however I could do without all of the red accents and  embroidery. The likely hood of me running into someone who would notice all of the red highlights is slim to none. Badlands would be better off to let the quality of their product speak louder than their advertising or pressure to follow the pack with over commercialized companies like under armour.
3914510
I bought one of the higher end packs, the SATL pack. The quality of this pack is outstanding. It has been well thought out. There are several parts of the pack that I like the most, notably the ability to access the bag via several openings. Also, the ability to fasten items to specific spots in the bag.

I give a full review on my blog, found here:
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73021
This review is a mixed bag so to speak. The pack has a fatal flaw: uncomfortable straps. It cannot be comfortably worn for a long period of time, with any weight. they are too narrow. You can tell a lot of design went into the strap, they are even breathable. They are just uncomfortable, period. The pack went to Europe with me for 16 days, it holds stuff well, it is bombproof. It is made by Shimano, so I thought, it's gotta be perfect, right? No. Wrong. The straps will cut you. My kids juvenile backpack does a better job here. In my opinion, this is a fatal flaw, and I will wind up after getting really pissed at it over the next several months, giving it away. So , if you see a homeless with a really nice backpack, you will know. they will not be wearing on their back however, it will be in their shopping cart. You suck, Shimano.
2116382
This pack has been great, I've been using it in a fire camp for the past week and a half and it fits my two week's worth of clothes (minus pants) and there's plenty of straps on the outside to hold things on the pack. A great buy for the price but when you get it you will have to put the buckles onto some of the straps yourself. I haven't had to test the waterproofing yet nor have I had to hike far in it but it deals with me throwing it around the rig!

After taking this on an actual backpacking trip I have to change my initial review. The pack broke in the middle of the woods, ripping open several inches. If I didn't have rope with me the pack would not have made it back to the car. Don't waste your money.
2783302
The Ultra Day is a well build pack with some unique features but there are some areas that as a personal preferance I am not to fond of which is why I give it a 4/5.
First is the hypervent system although I love how this keeps your back cool it has some sideeffects I am not crazy about.  For one it adds a lot of weight due to the frame which gives it its shape.  Also it dramatically decreases the carrying capacity of the pack leaving little space for much of a hydration system.  A mild pressure point is also formed in 2 spots on the lower back were the pack rest although its not to a point of being uncomfortable especially when packing light.  The front zipper is waterproof which is a nice touch however it has a mesh backing leading into the rest of the pack including the hydration system, also to my knowledge the other zippers are not waterproof so a punctured hydration bag may soak your "waterproof compartment" other that that I feel you would have to go swimming with the pack to actually get much water inside it.
Another feature is the cresent shaped pockets on each side of the pack although i can fix several items in the pockets it seems like there is always some dead space due to the odd shape.
The last gripe I have about the pack is the small compartments at the base of the waist belt.  These compartments are sown with a lot of conture which makes them fit the belt well but makes the zipper a bit aggrovating to operate especially with one hand.
Overall the very sturdy zippers and fabric along with the large straps on the back of the pack to attach an extra item to add up to make a pretty nice pack.  Keep up the good work Badlands!
437102
Very roomy and well designed pack, holds a ton of stuff.  I use this for winter hiking to stuff my layers of clothing in as I warm up.  Many large pockets.  Dedicated space right up against the back for a water bladder, which isn't included but could easily be added.  The belts are the BEST, very easily adjusted, but never slip.  There are lots of belts to pull in the pack and distribute the weight well.  So many good things about this pack, which I won't go into because other people have covered them multiple times.

My only criticism involves the aluminum stabilizer bar that goes up the center back.  It tucks into a fabric pocket toward the bottom, and that fabric sticks out and jabs me in the spine.  I actually bent the bar so that the fabric pocket would sit farther away from the spine, which helped, but it's still uncomfortable.  I'm going to work on it some more.  I called the company, because there is a velcro flap at the top which, if opened, exposes the top of that aluminum bar.  I thought it could be removed, and they confirmed that.  That's what I'll have to do if I can't get it away from my spine, because  I can't continue to use it this way.  There is a firm plastic panel back there in addition to the bar, so I think it will still work just fine since I don't load anything really heavy in the pack.  It's possible that the company has corrected this problem, because some pics I saw recently of the back of the pack show the aluminum bar covered in padded fabric over the entire length.  That would be awesome.

The only other issue is that it's very hot against my back.  That is why I only use this for cold weather, and why I purchased an Osprey Mira 26 for warm weather hiking.  I wouldn't want to do without either pack, now that I have both.

So four stars, because everything else about the Redwing 40 is fantastic.
1527770
This pack is spacious enough for my checkbook, pocket calendar, keys, cell phone and a ton of other stuff, and it appears to be well made to withstand wear and tear.

I left the seller feedback that the sizing was wrong.  It says it fits up to a 48-inch waist.  I'm a 42 and could barely buckle it.

The seller contacted me the same day, asked me to send pictures with measurements ... and that's when I learned that when you extend the straps, there are fabric loops at the end, before the buckles.  I mistakenly thought they were there to keep you from extending the straps too far so they would not pull through the buckles.  I was totally wrong.  Pull them through the loops, and the belt is then sufficient for a 48-inch waist.
4897872
This pack has a lot of great features. It is roomy for a waist pack. It has 2 main compartments and many additional zipper pouches. The back is padded for additional comfort and has a cooling channel which is a great benefit in warm weather. The zippers are finished with tab pulls that can accommodate small carabiner clips. It has both a shoulder strap and a t-back strap. When using the shoulder strap you can tuck the waist straps and clips beneath the padded back. This turns the pack into a shoulder bag. I really like that versatility. Unfortunately, I couldn't get a comfortable adjustment on the t-strap. In order to get it to go across my shoulders the T had to sit just above base of my neck. It was not comfortable and rubbed considerably. I am disappointed because it was one of my main draws to this pack. A larger waist pack without support is not comfortable for me while hiking. My other con to this pack was the water bottle holders. It just wasn't deep and wide enough to hold my bottles. I appreciate the stay clips that they added to the area but they just weren't enough for a comfortable carry. Getting the bottle in and out and secured takes work. Water is supper important for my activities so I am not sure this pack will get enough use to warrant the purchase. One other thing to mention is that this does not easily fit my iPhone6 inside the waist band zipper pouch with the case on. It just needs to be tiny bit bigger to accommodate phone cases. Overall this pack does have great features but the t-strap and water bottle storage issues are something to consider depending on your needs. I received this at a discount rate in exchange for me to test it and give customer feedback.
2507691
great pack but beware: I am 1.65 m tall and it's somewhat long on my torso. Not recommended for short(er) folks as might be uncomfortable.
3754379
I bought this pack for moose hunt this in October 2016.  The pack seems to be very well-made, with tons of room.  I would recommend it to anyone.  That being said, I do have some minor criticisms.  First, it is heavy, about 7 pounds empty.  That doesn't sound like much until you have the pack stuffed full with all your gear!  Second, the inside storage pockets have no zippers or Velcro to keep them closed.  I found my lighters, compass, and other small gear would come out and end up down in the bottom of the pack.

Despite those minor issues, this is a very nice pack.  It seems to be high quality, and at a price point that I could afford.
3504007
An excellent pack that holds way more than you think it will. It's great as an accessory to luggage as when collapsed it is no larger than a shaving kit, but becomes a pretty large backpack to go on day trips or use as a carry on bag and then collapse back down to save space. I have truly enjoyed my pack. The only issue is that the zippers are a little touchy sometimes (seem to want to get stuck by catching on the pack fabric), but I think that's just the nature of the pack due to all the folding and compressing. Just work the zippers slowly and it should be fine, mine has been.