You can check these criteria by spooling up about 20 meters of line and attaching the reel to a rod
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The BearVault 500 fits in the main compartment which makes it useful for the JMT and PCT
I wouldnt mind seeing the hardware upgraded to alloy items for certain components, and the removable waist strap could no doubt benefit from some padding
Even on shorter hill days, youll usually want room for: A waterproof jacket An insulating midlayer Food and water Map and compass Gloves (often needed year-round in the hills) A headtorch This setup comfortably fits into a well-organised 2030L pack and covers the majority of walking conditions across the Lake District, Eryri, the Peak District, and the Bannau Brycheiniog
Dedicated Side Bottle Holder Securely holds water bottles or beverages for easy reach while traveling