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The video discusses the Gregory Focal backpack as a competitor to the Osprey Exos for lightweight backpacking. The speaker praises the Gregory Focal's customization options, feature-rich design, and carrying capacity of over 40 pounds. This backpack is noted for its lightweight construction, utilizing recycled materials, and costing $240 with a lifetime warranty. However, potential drawbacks such as sizing issues and strap adjustability for slimmer users are highlighted. The Gregory Focal aims to provide comfort, accessibility, and durability for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a lightweight backpacking option.
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In this part of the video, the speaker talks about the Gregory Focal pack as a potential contender to the popular Osprey Exos for lightweight backpacking. The Gregory Focal comes in 48 and 58 liter versions with different sizes available, offering customization options. The pack is feature-rich with a floating brain for extra storage, useful pockets, trekking pole attachment system, and a trampoline back for ventilation and odor control. The speaker highlights the pack’s design for ease of access and comfort, noting some issues with sizing that will be discussed later.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the pack carrying capacity of the Gregory Focal backpack. The pack has features like vertical aluminum stays and horizontal fiberglass stays for weight transfer and stability, capable of carrying over 40 pounds effectively. The pack weighs 1250 grams, making it lightweight for its capacity. It is durable, using recycled materials, and costs $240 with a lifetime warranty. However, some downsides include issues with straps like the chest strap sliding easily and the waist strap potentially not being adjustable enough for slimmer users.