I used this internal frame for 2 months of camping in the back country. Its weight distribution is even and useful, and its size was perfect for me. The downfall was no extra pockets in any convenient spots to stick extra things in. Other than that, it proved to be far more spacious than it seemed at first glance.

This backpack has enough room to hold most gear but the internal frame is not too comfortable. I don't know if it needs more padding or needs to be repositioned better, but something about the way they feel when fully loaded is not very comfortable.

My brother has this backpack and it is really cool. My brother uses this backpack all of the time. I think he has had the bag since his sophmore year. The straps and the strength of straps are strong.