Bushwalk Australia

Does anyone know where I can find one of these packs:
http://www.backpacker.com/arcteryx_silo ... packs/1134



I'm after a new daypack and this guy ticks all the boxes but I'm hard pressed finding one locally or on the net.

Snap, just like that. Thanks Wayno.

I think I'm pushing it to want a purple one.

looks like they only make a 30 litre in black now...
some of those backpacker reviews can be years old, note on your packpacker lnk year of manufacture is 2009...

http://www.arcteryx.com/Product.aspx?EN/search=silo

Yeah I know, I'm being picky. The pack is exactly what I'm looking for.
I contacted Arcteryx directly but they couldn't help me because they've discontinued it and there aren't any resellers in Aus.

I might just have to accept it and move on to something else.

There is a newish store in Melbourne that stocks Arcteryx gear. I think they're in St Kilda Road and open to any requests.
http://www.outdoorgearstore.com.au/back ... cturer=956

Kellys Base Camp at Dee Why in Sydney have them in black for $134.95.
They are very rapid with send outs, so go for it.
http://www.kellysbasecamp.com.au/p/6116 ... kpack.html

Actually, correction to that, they're out of stock, but Bivouac in NZ have them in Black and Everglade (a sulphur colour) for NZ$179,
That's about A$145.
So no need for purple.

I am amazed that you can walk anywhere beyond an hour or so with such a tiny daypack. What gear are you taking with you?

Strider wrote:I am amazed that you can walk anywhere beyond an hour or so with such a tiny daypack. What gear are you taking with you?

I've done overnighters with a 35 litre pack. I'm sure 30 litres can cover quite a bit too.

Kinsayder wrote:

Strider wrote:I am amazed that you can walk anywhere beyond an hour or so with such a tiny daypack. What gear are you taking with you?

I've done overnighters with a 35 litre pack. I'm sure 30 litres can cover quite a bit too.

Agreed - I need around 30L also. But 18L is minuscule.

Guys this is not a pack for overnighters or anything like it.
This is a day pack for snowboarding and other similar type activities.

Strider wrote:

Kinsayder wrote:

Strider wrote:I am amazed that you can walk anywhere beyond an hour or so with such a tiny daypack. What gear are you taking with you?

I've done overnighters with a 35 litre pack. I'm sure 30 litres can cover quite a bit too.

Agreed - I need around 30L also. But 18L is minuscule.

Jeez, I just realised it's 18 litres, no idea where I got 30 from... Yeah, that is pretty small. I think my 3 year old might have something similar.

i mentioned a link to the 30 litre version of arcteryx pack, arcteryx have stopped making the 18 litre.

wayno wrote:i mentioned a link to the 30 litre version of arcteryx pack, arcteryx have stopped making the 18 litre.

So I'm not crazy!

Kinsayder wrote:

wayno wrote:i mentioned a link to the 30 litre version of arcteryx pack, arcteryx have stopped making the 18 litre.

So I'm not crazy!

I didn't say that. just that there is a 30 litre pack

yeah if you read his comments you'll see he wants purple and they don't make purple anymore....

The pack is intended as an all-rounder for trail running, motorbike riding, snowboarding, day hikes etc. So I'm looking for something light, durable, as water resistant as possible but most importantly hugging and comfortable for running.

The search for the purple silo 18 has come up nul but I came across the Montane Anaconda 18 that is damn comfortable:



Anyone have an opinion on this pack or another that suits my needs?

montane make good S@#&
look at black diamond packs as well....

That's exactly what I've been reading wayno, one of the top trusted hiking brands.
It's the first time I've come across them, their jackets are next on the list if the RAB dies.

i've got the nitro, nifty shoulder strap arrangement, the straps lengthen and shorten dynamically as you walk, very comfy

http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en ... tain/packs

It's not purple.

stuey69 wrote:It's not purple.

ssshhh, he hadnt noticed until you spoke up.....

it IS purple you are just all colour blind

ok, greyish purple with an orange tinge, I guess that could pass.

stuey69 wrote:ok, greyish purple with an orange tinge, I guess that could pass.

see, the emperor does have clothes ....

Actually, talking about packs Wayne, I'm taking delivery of a Mountain Hardware Thruway 50 tomorrow.
I plan to use that on a little shuffle up to Brewster Hut late May, what do you think of the specs?

have you seen the backpacking light review of it?

no, will look