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I’ve watched people around me go through the same process with Camptrails, Barney’s, Kuiu, Kifaru, Mystery Ranch, etc before they landed on the Mchale. I can tell you that everyone I know that landed on a Mchale custom after I did, recognizes the step up in value over all the previous packs they used.
I’m not saying a Mchale is the answer, just using it as an example that the value of a pack depends on what it’s being used for.
Dan McHale has come up with some novel designs that look like they should work very well. I've not bought one, but have talked with Dan. I looks like his bypass system is remarkable for an internal. Everyone I've read rave about the comfort of the hip belt. What did he do that sets his design above others in comfort?
