Bushwalk Australia

Hi, looking to get a light weight pack mainly for use when packrafting.
Main criteria is for
dry weight = wet weight (ie doesnt soak up the water like my current pack)
around 70L and needs to be able to be comfy with 15-20 kg
external straps for raft/paddle
able to cope with being thrown around/bush bashing/ bouncing of rocks

The ULA range look good - If anyone has the CATALYST or Circuit I could have a look at in Sydney of the Blue Mountains drop me a line
Any other suggestions?

cheers Kelvin

The HMG 4400 Porter ticks all those boxes. The only thing that might soak up water is the hip belt padding. If you seam seal them they see as good as any dry bag.

jmac raved about it here:

http://www.bushwalk.com/forum/viewtopic ... 15&t=14470

I have one and I wish it had load lifters for when it is loaded up around 20kg, but it is otherwise near perfect. If in doubt, size up.

The ULA or SMD packs are good choices to carry ~15 kg. I would be looking for a more serious pack if you want it to be comfy with 20 kg, probably not very light.