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GoLite Jam Backpack Review
 For a pack that weighs 23 ounces(size large), the GoLite Jam has great features and load carrying capacity. It may be the best $89 pack on the market for fast & lite backpacking.
The GoLite Jam has a narrow pack profile that allows for good balance and arm swing clearance. That is an important feature to look for when selecting a pack for fast and lite activities.
The climbing features include the ability to carry two tools with Velcro tool retention straps, a climbing rope, skis/poles, and a small daisy chain for hauling and additional tool attachment.
The GoLite Jam is made of Dyneema® Gridstop fabric, which is strong and lightweight. Dyneema® Gridstop fabric has held up well during a complete season of being on the trail.
When packed correctly the GoLite Jam can be used to carry loads up to 30 pounds. It does not have a frame suspension system, relying on the contents in bag to create a virtual frame. To improve the load carrying, use a ground pad rolled as a cylinder inside the main compartment. There are five compression straps(4 side and 1 top) to compact the pack contents into a "virtual frame", and control loads The GoLite Jam has wide sides on the hip-belt that contour around the hips to prevent slippage.
Add it all together and you have a great lightweight backpack at a very competitive price.
Features
Specifications
- weight 23 ounces (size large)
- volume - size large = 2950 ci, 48 liters (main compartment 2300 ci, pockets 200 ci, extension collar 450 ci)
- Dyneema® gridstop body
- Arrowhead Cordura™ ripstop nylon pocket
- Ultra-lite, top loading pack with short extension collar
- Contoured foam back
- Contoured webbing/fabric hip-belt
- Curved, padded air mesh shoulder straps
- Sternum strap
- Side mesh pockets with angled opening
- Side compression straps
- Top retention strap with daisy chain
- Haul loop
- 2 tool loops with Velcro® tool retention straps
- Large rear bellows pocket with half moon
- #5 coil nylon zipper and storm flap
- 3-liter hydration sleeve
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