Silver Ridge™ 30L
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Well built pack with important shortcomings
Well built pack that falls shore in 2 significant areas. 1) The hard foam shoulder straps may be designed for airflow BUT they are not designed for comfort. The foam pokes my shoulders when carrying even a moderate load. Replace the straps. At a minimum offer customers a pad covering the shoulder. 2) The pack is described as hydration ready BUT there is no internal hook to support a water bladder -- a feature common to every other hydration pack I've owned. This seems like a design oversight.
May 19, 2012
Urban Trek Useful
I use this sturdy, lightweight daypack as my luggage for overnight treks to the city. There's plenty of room for everything from slacks, etc., carefully folded, to my toothbrush and other toiletries. I prefer, when riding the subway, to keep belongings close and my hands free. The integrated rainfly guarantees I'll have dry clothes to change into when I arrive at any destination. The Silver Ridge 30L was EXACTLY what I was looking for.
February 26, 2012
Great quality, with room for improvement in utility
The bag looked very flimsy at first. The straps and the structure are made out of very light thin materials, but upon further inspection they all appear to be sufficiently sturdy. Stitching is certainly not mil-spec. Time will tell how it holds. So far no complaints.
Design of the bag is very nice. I think it's very cool that a waterproof cover is included in the bottom compartment.
Best feature of the bag is perhaps the vented back area. The foam underneath the mesh is stiff yet comfortable.
In conclusion, this is a perfect 3-day pack. You get what you pay for.
January 7, 2012
funky straps
What I didn't pick up on in the photo is that the straps are kind of bulky in the name of padding - but with this kind of stiff plastic that then houses mesh in cut-outs in the straps. The strap overall is stiff and bulky.
December 28, 2011
Great pack!
This backpack is really awesome. The lightweight straps, the quality materials, the specially designed but adaptable compartments all make this a superb all-around backpack. The hip straps are super comfortable, but not builky, which makes it an ideal every day pack. Though I have had it only a few weeks, I can tell already that it will serve just as well on the trail holding water bottles and lunch as it will on the sidewalk toting books and a laptop around. One of my very favorite features is the built-in rain fly; what an ingenious idea!!
December 11, 2011
Great waterproof backpack
I purchased this for my daughter. She rides her bike to work and needed a backpack that was waterproof and comfortable. She has reported to me that both of these needs are met. She is very happy with this backpack.
December 7, 2011
Great backpack for college
I just got this backpack and I love it. I have to stay on campus all day and have to lug my laptop, school supplies, water, snacks, and sometimes textbooks and this backpack saves my back. Note that if you put your laptop in it, you will only be able to carry 2-3 "normal-sized" textbooks or 2-3, 1' binders so if you carry more than that, this backpack is not for you. But I love all of the straps that pull the load tight against my back which makes the load more easier to carry.
November 10, 2011
Simply the Best!
This one is worth every dollar you invest in it! Spacious, lite, strong comfortable and absolutely a class apart in style and looks! also, has a waterproof bag just-in-case. The backside is the best part..i climb almost a hill everyday from my parking garage to the campus and its a dream with this bag.
Did a lot of research before buying this one; beat any Northface bag out there [even the Surge at the same price range]
I stuff a lot in here...books, folders, lunch bag, laptop [12 inch, but I am sure you can do upto 15], and my Columbia Watertight jacket...and it still feels comfortable.
A classy and excellent product from Columbia!
November 3, 2011
Silver Ridge™ 30L
In the past I have been let down by backpacks claiming to be what there are not. However, this particular model is exactly as advertised, and stands up well in the field. Highly recommended....you won’t be let down.
October 22, 2011
Great day pack
The Silver Ridge is a great day pack. Pleny of room/pockets and the fit is perfect. The ridges along the back and arm straps make it comfie and breathable. My only complaint is that it needs a better pocket for the hydration bladder.
October 15, 2011
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