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Gregory Deva 60

Hiking & Camping > BackpacksRated: ***** by 17 reviews.

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Redesigned and face-lifted, the women's Deva 60 Backpacking Backpack is Gregory's top-selling female specific backpack and a Backpacker Magazine's 2008 Editor's Choice Award winner. Highly organized and fully featured, this versatile pack is light enough for a quick overnight, yet supportive enough to load up with a week's worth of gear – "a potential load monster that fits like a dream". It features Gregory's precurved, women's-specific 3D harness that is dual density with a precurve and a waistbelt that is designed to wrap naturally around your body's contours. With updated Response Auto Fit Suspension (AFS) system that automatically adjusts to your hip angle and pivots to mirror your body's movements the best in weight distribution, increased load support, and exceptional comfort is achieved. Convenience features allow for top - front - side loading w/ sleeping bag compartment, front pocket and twin side pockets with stash pouch storage, and easy access hideaway water bottle holder and stash pocket. The Deva 60 is the ideal companion for life's travels.

Features:

  • Approx. Volume: XS: 3500 IN3 / 57 L, Small: 3700 IN3 / 60 L, Med: 3900 IN3 / 63 L
  • Backpacker Magazine's 2008 Editor's Choice Award winner
  • Cross over compression straps and side stiffening panels
  • Dual waistbelt pockets
  • Fit: specifically engineered to fit a women's shape
  • Fits torso: XS: 14" -15 1/2" /36-39 cm, Small: 16" -17 1.2" /39-44 cm, Med: 18" -19 1/2" /44-50 cm
  • Frame Material: Thermomolded polypropylene/aluminum pack
  • Frame Type: Internal
  • Hide away water bottle pocket and stash pocket
  • Hydration compatible
  • Molded composite framesheet with an integrated single 7001-T6 aluminum stay
  • Natural pivot control
  • New 210 denier Double Diamond Ripstop high tenacity nylon body with 210 denier nylon twill
  • Number of pockets: 6 + main compartment
  • Recommended Use: Multi-Day and Extended Backpacking
  • Removable top lid pockets converts to lumbar pack
  • Rubber like thermoplastic elastomer covers the bottom of the
  • Side stretch pockets
  • Sleeping bag compartment
  • Three ways to get your gear with top loading, front panel access, and bottom access to main compartmen
  • Updated Response Auto Fit Suspension (AFS) system
  • Weight: XS: 5 LBS. 0 OZ. / 2.3 KG, Small: 5 LBS. 3 OZ. / 2.4 KG, Med: 5 LBS. 6 OZ. / 2.4 KG
  • Women's 3-D curved waistbelt and harness use dual density foams- no pinching or binding

REI

Backpacker April '08 calls the Gregory Deva pack ''...a load monster that fits like a dream.''

  • Gregory's best-selling pack for women has been redesigned with an updated suspension, loads of organization and increased capacity.
  • Response Active Fit Suspension™ system pivots to self-adjust its waistbelt to your hip angle; system also pivots to mirror your body as it moves
  • Natural pivot control lets you automatically adjust the amount of movement
  • Cross-over compression straps and side stiffening panels distribute compression over a wide surface to stabilize a partially full pack
  • Design offers three ways to get at your gear with both top-loading, front panel access and bottom access to the main compartment
  • Hydration-compatible design features a removable reservoir sleeve and drink-tube exit port for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately)
  • Women's 3-D curved waistbelt and harness use dual-density foams laminated to the surface fabric, resulting in cushioning without pinching or binding
  • Specifically engineered to fit a women's shape, the narrow ventilated back panel helps move moisture away
  • A molded composite framesheet with an integrated single 7001-T6 aluminum stay helps support heavy loads
  • Features side stretch pockets, dual waistbelt pockets and a hide-away water bottle pocket and stash pocket
  • Removable top lid pocket lets you keep compass, maps, small essentials and raingear close at hand
  • Rubberlike thermoplastic elastomer covers the bottom of the pack to provide long-lasting wear and waterproof protection from the elements
  • New 210-denier Double Diamond Ripstop high tenacity nylon body with 210-denier high tenacity nylon twill for strength, durability and lightness
  • Specifications for torso / waist and hips / average volume / average metric volume / average weight / average metric weight are as follows:
  • X Small: 14 - 15.5 in. / 22 - 28 in. / 3,500 cu. in. / 57 liters / 5 lbs. 3 oz. / 2.35kg.
  • Medium: 18 - 19.5 in. / 28 - 34 in. / 3,900 cu. in. / 63 liters / 5 lbs. 9 oz. / 2.52kg.

Mountain Gear

Pick a pack that's received the 2008 Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice award when you choose Gregory's Deva 60 backpack for your next adventure. Designed for women with a narrower backpanel and specially shaped harness system, it provides the same level of cush suspension as you would expect from a guy's pack thanks to the Response AFS system that relies on an auto-adjusting waistbelt and harness to provide the perfect fit every time.

Features:

  • Access and load your gear through the bottom, top or side
  • Ensure comfort and equalized weight distribution with the Gription mesh lumbar pad
  • If water bottles aren't enough, keep your hydration bladder stowed in one of the dual hydration sleeves (both have ports)
  • Never grapple with a guy's backpack again, a narrower backpanel allows you to maintain the balance of your load while the shoulder harness cut accommodates the female form
  • No more hot spots or rubbing - the Response AFS suspension system preserve your comfort with Auto-cant harness technology and an Auto-fit waistbelt adjustment system that naturally adjust to your body shape while a 3D pre-curved harness and waistbelt components sit comfortably against the curves of your body
  • Stow all of your on-the-trail essentials outside of the main compartment in the front pocket with twin side pockets and a stash pouch, keep water in the hideaway water bottle holder and stash pocket, and keep a snack handy in one of the dual waistbelt pockets
  • Stow your gear and be sure it's safe in the tough, double diamond ripstop and nylon twill fabric with a dual layer, wear-resistant bottom panel and moisture-shunning water-resistant zippers

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Deva 60, part of theWomen's Series, is Gregory's bestselling pack: redesigned and face-lifted. Updates include new AFSresponse suspension, increased capacity, front pocket and redesigned side pockets. 
Features Gregory's precurved, women's-specific 3D harness. This dual density precurved harness and waistbelt is designed to “wrap” around your body's contours without wrinkling, eliminating abrasions and blisters. Hypalon weight transfer panels help distribute weight across the entire padding surface.
With its natural pivot control the pack lets you automatically adjust the amount of movement and with cross over compression straps and side stiffeneing panels you get distribution compression over a wide surface to stabilize a partially full pack. 
Hydration compatible design features a removable reservoir sleeve and drink tube exit port for on the go hydration (reservoir sold seperately)

Features:

  • Cross over compression straps and side stiffening panels
  • Dual waistbelt pockets
  • Hide away water bottle pocket and stash pocket
  • Hydration compatible
  • Imported
  • Molded composite framesheet with an integrated single 7001-T6 aluminum stay
  • Natural pivot control
  • New 210 denier Double Diamond Ropstop high tenacity nylon body with 210 denier nylon twill
  • Removable top lid pockets converts to lumbar pack
  • Response Active Fit Suspension- system self adjusts to your hip angle
  • Rubber like thermoplastic elastomer covers the bottom of the pack
  • Side stretch pockets,
  • Specifically engineered to fit a women's shape
  • Three ways to get your gear with top loading, front panel access, and bottom access to main compartmen
  • Women's 3-D curved waistbelt and harness use dual density foams- no pinching or binding

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Gregory's top-selling women's backpack, the organized and highly featured Deva 60 is the ideal companion for all of life's journeys. 3,900 cubic inch capacity (med). New for 2008. Winner of Backpacker Magazine's 2008 Editor's Choice Award

Features:

  • Bottom fabric: 1000D high tenacity cordura nylon
  • Co-Molded anti-slip lumbar pad keeps the pack in place
  • Cross-over compression
  • Female specific narrow ventilated backpanel to keep you cooler
  • Hideaway water bottle holder and stash pocket
  • Hydration port and removable sleeve for a reservoir bladder
  • Ice axe loops
  • Large bucket front pocket
  • Low-profile front and side pockets
  • Pack frame is hardmounted to hip belt to maximize weight dispersal to the hips (taking the load off of your shoulders)
  • Response Custom Fit Suspension™ for superior comfort up to 50 pound loads
  • Suspension allows you to obtain a perfect fit
  • Top, front and zip-thru access lets you organize your gear easily
  • Two large zippered mesh pockets on waistbelt keeps your trailside necessities close at hand
  • Waistbelt is precurved and ultrasoft for comfort without wrinkles or hotspots
  • Water resistant zippers

Rocky Mountain Trail

This bestselling women's specific hiking backpack has a new response female specific suspension system and increased capacity. Gregory's bestselling women's specific pack was redesigned and given a face-lift for 2008. The Intuitive Response™ - female specific - suspension system fits perfectly and keeps the weight stable and comfortable for the long haul. With increased capacity, a front pocket, redesigned side pockets, and one of the most comfortable suspension systems on the market it is no wonder the Gregory Deva 60 won the March 2008 Backpacker Magazine's Editor's Choice Award. This women’s specific hiking backpack is well suited for multi-day backcountry adventures.

Features:

  • Compression stiffening panels
  • Cross-over compression
  • Hydration port and removable sleeveV30 D / 210 D high tenacity nylon body fabric combo
  • Low profile front and side pockets
  • Precurved 3D waistbelt
  • Precurved women’s specific 3D harness
  • Response™ Suspension System
  • Single 7001-T6 Stay
  • Top, front and bottom zip-thru access points
  • Ventilated Aeromesh backpanel
  • Water bottle & ice axe holsters
  • Waterproof Tarpaulin bottom

USOutdoor.com

As the top selling women's pack in its category, the newly redesigned Deva 60 is sure to please. With the intuitive Response AFS suspension system, your pack is gauranteed to fit perfectly, whatever mood you're in. This organized and highly featured pack is the ideal companion for all of life's journeys.

Features:

  • Auto-cant harness
  • Cross-over compression
  • Female specific narrow ventilated backpanel
  • Gription mesh lumbar pad
  • Hideaway water bottle holder and stash pocket
  • Hydration port and removable sleeve
  • Large capacity front pocket
  • MD 63L / 3900 cu. in. 5lbs. 9oz / 2.5 kg
  • PVC Free
  • Response™ Suspension SystemSD precurved harnessSD precurved waistbelt
  • S 59L / 3600 cu. in. 5lbs. 6oz / 2.4 kg
  • Side stretch pockets
  • Single 7075-T6 Stay
  • Top, front and bottom zip-thru access
  • Waistbelt pockets
  • Waterproof Tarpaulin bottomR10d DDR "Double Diamond Ripstop" HT nylon body with 210D HT nylon twill
  • XS 57L / 3500 cu. in. 5lbs. 3oz / 2.3 kg

Campsaver.com

Update: The Gregory Deva 60 has one the 2008 Editor's choice for packs from Backpacker Magazine! As the top selling women's pack in its category, the newly redesigned Gregory Deva 60 is sure to please. With the intuitive Response AFS suspension system, your pack is guaranteed to fit perfectly, whatever mood you're in. This organized and highly featured pack is the ideal companion for all of life's journeys.

Features:

  • 3D precurved harness and waistbelt
  • Auto-cant harness technology
  • Auto-fit waistbelt registers hip angle
  • Crossover compression
  • Dual hydration ports and sleeve
  • Dual layer, wear-resistant bottom panelR10d HT double diamond ripstop/Broken twill nylon
  • Dual waistbelt pockets
  • Front pocket and twin side pockets with stash pouch
  • Hideaway water bottle holder and stash pocket
  • Top, front and bottom access
  • Water-resistant zippers

Al's Sports

As the top selling women's pack in its category, the newly redesigned Deva 60 is sure to please. With the intuitive Response AFS suspension system, your pack is guaranteed to fit perfectly, whatever mood you're in. This organized and highly featured pack is the ideal companion for all of life's journeys.

Features:

  • Auto-cant harness technology
  • Auto-fit waistbelt registers hip angle
  • Crossover compression
  • Dual hydration ports and sleeve
  • Dual layer, wear-resistant bottom panelR10d HT double diamond ripstop/Broken twill nylon
  • Dual waistbelt pockets
  • Free ShippingSD precurved harness and waistbelt
  • Front pocket and twin side pockets with stash pouch
  • Hideaway water bottle holder and stash pocket
  • Style number 5386
  • Top, front and bottom access
  • Water-resistant zippers
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Backcountry.com

The Gregory Deva 60 Women's Backpack has a women's specific Responsive System suspension that features a narrower back panel and a new, more adjustable waist-belt. The Gregory Deva 60's twin side pockets and front pocket with access into the main body keep anyone organized. Built from rugged 210D HT nylon, Escape-series packs are designed for weekend trips. The Deva features a Wilderness waist-belt, Auto-Cant, single 7001-T6 aluminum stay, breathable AeroTech mesh back panel, hourglass frame sheet, and Stealth shoulder harness. Standard features include sleeping pad lash straps, a new "U-shaped" top pocket with water-resistant zipper, large mesh side pockets, and plenty of exterior gear attachment points.


SummitHut.com

The newly redesigned Deva 60 by Gregory is sure to please. With the intuitive Response AFS suspension system, your pack is guaranteed to fit perfectly. This organized and highly versatile pack is the ideal companion for all of life's journeys.

Features:

  • Dual hydration ports and sleeve
  • Dual layer, wear resistant bottom panel
  • Dual waist belt pockets
  • Front pocket and twin side pockets with stash pouch
  • Hideaway water bottle holder and stash pocket
  • Received Backpacker Magazine's Editor's Choice Award for 2008
  • Top, front, side, and bottom access
  • Water Resistant zippers
  • Women's specific fit

Oregon Mountain Community

The Gregory Deva 60 Backpack has been newly redesigned with the intuitive Response AFS suspension system guaranteeing your pack will fit perfectly. This organized and highly featured pack is the ideal companion for all of life's journeys

Features:

  • 3D precurved harness and waistbelt
  • Auto-cant harness technology
  • Auto-fit waistbelt registers hip angle
  • Crossover compression
  • Dual layer, wear-resistant bottom panel
  • Dual waistbelt pockets
  • Front pocket and twin side pockets with stash pouch
  • Hideaway water bottle holder and stash pocket
  • Top, front and bottom access
  • Water-resistant zippers

TahoeMountainSports.com

Gregory Deva 60 is an organized and highly featured women's specific backpack fit for any weekend excursion
Fitted with intuitive Response Automatic Fit System, this pack will respond to your body's movements and compensate and adjust where you need it most
Top, front, side, and bottom access allows you to get at anything in your pack easily
Designed to carry 40-50 pounds comfortably

3D Harnesses and Waistbelts:All new dual density precurved harnesses and waistbelts are designed to “wrap” around your bodies contours without wrinkling, eliminating abrasions and blisters. Hypalon weight transfer panels help distribute weight across the entire padding surface.
Access:top, front, side, and bottom
Access / Loading:Top/front/bottom
Access Types:Top, front, side, and bottom
Approx. Volume:XS: 3500 IN3 / 57 L Small: 3700 IN3 / 60 L Med: 3900 IN3 / 63 L
Approximate volume:3,600 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric:59 liters
Average weight:5 lbs. 6 oz
Average weight - metric:2.44 kilograms
Back Panel:Solid padded, narrower for women
Backpack style:Deluxe backpack
Bottom Access:Yes
Capacity:3500cu in (Extra Small); 3600 cu in (Small); 3900 cu in (Medium)
Cargo Capacity:XS 3,500 cu. in.S 3,600 cu. in.M 3,900 cu. in.
Cell Phone Pocket/Sleeve:No
Country of Origin:China
Custom Fit:If you find that your torso measurement does not match your hip belt or your chest harness measurement call us and we will be happy to help you achieve a custom fit. The chest harnes and hip belts are available in a variety of sizes. We can even provide
Detachable Daypack:No
External Pockets:1 Top, 1 front, 2 side, 1 canted water bottle holder
Extra Small:57 L or 3500 cu. in. Weight
Fabric:210 d “double box” HT double diamond ripstop/Broken twill nylon
Features include:Hideaway water bottle holder and stash pocket, Dual waistbelt pockets, Dual hydration ports and sleeve, Water-resistant zippers, Waterproof, and wear-resistant bottom panel
Fit:Women's
Fits torso:XS: 14"-15 1/2"/36-39 cm Small: 16"-17 1.2"/39-44 cm Med: 18"-19 1/2"/44-50 cm
Fits waist/hips:22 - 28 inches
Frame Material:Thermomolded polypropylene/aluminum
Frame Sheet:Yes
Frame Type:Internal
Front Access:Yes
Gear Loops:Yes, ice axe, assorted straps
Hydration Compatible:Yes
Load-lifter Straps:Yes
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:210-denier HT double diamond ripstop / nylon twill
Materials:210 denier HT double-diamond ripstop and broken twill nylon fabrics
Medium:63 L or 3900 Cu. In. Weight
Number of pockets:main compartment +7 pockets
Number of stays:1
Organizer Panel:No
Other Electronics Pocket(S):0
Pack Fabric (Primary):210D Double diamond ripstop HT nylon
Padded Laptop Compartment:No
Primary Use:Backpacking
Rain Cover:No
Recommended Use:Women's-specific backpacking, hiking, camping
Response™ Suspension System:Independent camming waistbelt system automatically registers hip angle, while customizable pivot control system that mirrors your body's movements, evenly distributes weight, increasing both load support and comfort.
Shipping Surcharge:Yes
Sizes:XS, S, M
Ski Carry:No
Sleeping bag compartment:Yes
Small:59 L or 3600 Cu. In. Weight
Snowboard Carry:No
Spindriftcollar:Yes
Stays:7075 T6 Aluminum
Sternum Strap:Yes
Sunglasses Pocket, Lined:No
Suspension:Response AFS suspension system
Top Access:Yes
Torso Adjustment:Yes
Torso Length:XS 14.5 - 15.5 in.S 16 - 17.5 in.M 18 - 19.5 in.
Trip Length:Weekend
Volume:[XS] 3500cu in (57L), [S] 3600cu in (59L), [M] 3900cu in (63L)
Waist Belt:Yes
Weight:XS: 5 LBS. 0 OZ. / 2.3 KG Small: 5 LBS. 3 OZ. / 2.4 KG Med: 5 LBS. 6 OZ. / 2.4 KG

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Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

ColorSize
Extra SmallSmallMediumX
Coastal-Sage
Coastal-Sage
268.97   
Calistoga Blue
Calistoga Blue
214.93268.954 More...214.93268.956 More...214.93268.956 More... 
Calistoga-Blue
Calistoga-Blue
268.97268.97268.97 
Coastal Sage
Coastal Sage
268.95269.002 More...268.95268.953 More...268.95268.954 More... 
Blue198.95   
Green 198.95  
Small   268.95

Legend

  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Oregon Mountain Community
  •     - Campsaver.com
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - SummitHut.com
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - REI

Notes:

TahoeMountainSports.com offers this product at $201.71, but does not provide any color/size information.

Al's Sports offers this product at $269.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

Gregory Deva 60 Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

Gregory Deva 60

Rating:****
I have the 2007 model of the Gregory Deva 60 and find the new one to be a few ounces heavier in weight, without really adding anything to the capacity of the pack. They also removed the ability of the top lid becoming a fanny pack, as well as the extra buckle that went along with it, and the terrific stash spot that went along with it under the top lid! Real bummer indeed!
Over all I really LOVE my Gregory Deva, and wish they would bring back that feature, as it made for a wonderful spare hip belt buckle if one broke in the field.
I have hiked with my Deva all over the Washington Cascades now, and up and around Mt Rainier, and find I love the Gregory suspension, and the way it moves with me. One can tighten it down when necessary, to restrict movement, and loosen it back up again, when you want to. Great invention!!
The hip belt and shoulder harness padding are perfect for handling a heavier load, although for most weekend loads, it's definitely overkill. The new hipbelt pockets could be handy, if they were a bit larger, perhaps.
I find it can handle, with judicious packing, everything necessary for a week's worth of supplies for a thru-hike on the PCT, or the AT, or any trail, in 3 season backpacking. Yes, it's a bit heavy for a thru hike pack, but for those of us with bad backs, this pack may be an option. I find I'm comfortable in it even after a long day's hiking, even on Mt Rainier. I have carried loads in it up to about 30-35 lbs, including consumables, and find it handles very nicely. However, the inside H2O sleeve does not handle 3L Camelbaks very well- they are a bit large for this particlar sleeve, but DO work in a pinch.
I can cram all manner of gear into this pack though for a week's hiking, including my sub zero down bag, clothing etc...and only put my sleeping mat on the outside, with plenty of room for more gear outside, if I choose. I usually have room to spare. The 2007 version of the Deva has an expansion collar in it, which has never come into play for me. The expansion collar means it has a double enclosure before the top lid closes it off against the elements. The whole thing "buttons up" nicely indeed, a definite improvement over many others I have seen on the market. One of the reasons I chose it, was because of how well it all fit together.
A bear cannister CAN be fitted on the outside of this pack, in between the upper lid and the main body of the pack, or on the bottom, below the main body of the pack. Both places seem to work equally well. I own a clear style bear cannister, 7 day capacity.
I found this pack to be very versatile, for weekend hikes, week long hikes (packed well), and can be used for a thru hike as well, although a bit heavy.
It packs well, carries well and one can set it down nearly anywhere without worry, with the heavy duty waterproof bottom. I have used mine an entire season now, and mine shows nary a scratch. It is most definitely a pack mule, and will carry whatever you want to stick into it, or tie onto it.
Definitely have plans to by at least one more Gregory pack- probably the Jade 50, and perhaps a larger 80-90L pack for longer trips in the future. Thanks Gregory for making such fantastic gear!

PROS- Made well,durable materials, should last
for years!
Heavy duty water proof bottom- can set down
anywhere.
Versatile- can be used for a multitude of
uses.
Organization is easy with this pack.
Handles heavier loads with ease.
Moves with the hiker, not against them.
(a rather new concept in pack belts)
Great pack for someone with back problems.

CONS- Heavy weight for today's ultralight hikers.
Wouldn't be most hiker's first choice for a
thru-hiker's pack.
Rather pricey for beginner hikers.
Must pack well to use for more than a week
end jaunt.
KarmaGurl at REI on 12/13/2007

Deva 60 v. Ariel 65: Go Gregory

Rating:****

This year I hiked about 500 miles of the A.T. I wanted to try on my pack with weight in in before buying, so I went to a retail store where I found two main contenders: Osprey Ariel and Gregory Deva.

I loaded each pack, and wore both before deciding on the Osprey. Why did I like it? It looked nicer, it was cheaper, it was lighter, and it held more. I also found the hip belt on the osprey pack to be more comfortable, though I was a bit worried about the chest strap, which didn't feel great against my collar bones. In the end, I figured hips were more important than collarbones.

After 75 miles I returned the Ariel 65 pack for the following reasons:
Q. Front mesh panel ripped right out
R. Major bruising of collar bones: weeks after my 75 mile excursion they were very tender
S. Some part of the pack dug into my lower back, causing a scar that I still have.

I upgraded to the Gregory Deva. I liked the smaller size (I still was carrying a pack larger than many thru hikers), the abundance of pockets (Ariel has 1 main pocket and 1 top pocket), and the PADDING.

Deva weighs a pound more, but it is a pound I was happy to haul for 400 miles. Where the Osprey pack dug into my back, Gregory literally put a pillow. The "load lift" straps made the load much more adjustable. Over the course of the day, I would often wear it in two positions, which brought relief for collar bones and back muscles. With the Deva pack, access to my water bottle became an option due to the clever hidden nalgene sized holder. Front access, alone with 2 side pockets and a front pocket made use of the pack more convenient. I no longer had to take everything out to get my sandals or pack cover.

The hip belt was not as good as my osprey hip belt had been, and sometimes it was painful. Some days I would have to readjust a few times to make it feel ok.

I'm 5'6'', apparently with a short torso, as I needed size small in both packs. Gregory's hipbelts are sized according to the size of the pack. The size small waist belt was good for me, but by the end of the hike, it was pretty close to being pulled all the way together. I usually wear size six, not particularly thin for a hiker...skinny girls, especially with longer torsos, should make sure that the belt with get small enough for them.

Hannah Rachootin at Backcountry.com on 08/07/2009

Great Backpack

Rating:****
I love the Gregory Deva. For years I had the Gregory Z, a nice pack, but the airlines ripped it up pretty badly after a trip to Hawaii. I tried on all the backpacks my local REI had and the Deva fit like a glove.

The padded back support is comfortable and keeps the air circulation flowing. The backpack is easily adjustable, well built, and sturdy.

The hip belt and shoulder straps are well padded. With my Gregory Z my hips and shoulders got sore, bruised, and sometimes rubbed raw by the skinny padding. With the Deva I never have an issue the straps stay put and my shoulders feel great! I never knew backpacking could be so comfortable.

The Deva holds a ton of stuff and keeps everything organised. The Gregory Z had very few pockets and finding small items could be interesting. With the Deva I can quickly locate whatever I need in my pack, and the water bottle holder is an easy place to store my bear spray.

While the Deva is heavy, almost 3lbs heavier then the Gregory Z, because of the padding and support the pack feels lighter on my back. I have cut off or removed the straps I don't use to reduce the weight a bit more, but overall this is a great pack I can easily do a 2-5 nights without a problem. And I get out more with the Deva because backpacking doesn't hurt!
skiergrl at REI on 03/17/2009

Well designed and Comfortable

Rating:****
I used this pack for a two week backpacking trip across Europe and it was completely wonderful. My favorite thing about the pack is the hip straps. They are thickly padded and move with you when you walk. Also, Gregory did a good job creating this pack for women's proportions. I'm 5'4" and I always used my boyfriend's packs (he's 6') on mountain and desert trips. I thought that it didn't matter what kind of pack you had, they would always just kind of feel heavy and uncomfortable. However, this pack balances the weight really well and the heavily padded straps make it no big deal to carry for 4 or 5 hours a day. The only thing I don't like about it is that the zipper to the sleeping bag compartment is curved, so it sticks, which is annoying, but that's the only downside I've found so far. Another things I like is that you can take the top off and use it as a day pack, which I think will be really useful on 2 or 3 day trips. I have yet to try it in the mountains or the desert, but I'm confident it will be a similar experience.
Daisy Murmurs at REI on 10/15/2007

Great pack for the weekend hiker

Rating:****
I have the 2007 version of this pack, and it has stood the test of time. Its easy to pack, well made and can hold all of my things. I love everything about it. You can also size it to your body's dimensions; I got a short bag, but with a medium waistband. The store had NO problem changing out the components.

My only con: I went through two other bags before I got one that could actually go on a hiking trip. The first bag arrived missing a grammot on the waist band attachment on the bag. The second had a zipper that couldnt open, regardless of how much 'encouragement' I gave it. The store was very flexible, but it still took 2 months of trials, returns and waiting for a replacement. In the end, I'm thankful I went through it though as I love the bag.
lovnTahoe at REI on 04/25/2008

Deva is Awesome!

Rating:*****
This is the best bag I have ever owned and purchased. When I first started getting into what i call "The Nature" I didnt even know what backpacking meant. I have extremely weak shoudlers and instant neck pain if even the slightest pressure is applied. After trying out about 4 backpacks, I came across this one, and at first I saw the price and went out of the roof, but it was the extra padding that got me to try it on. I walked around the store with just 35 pounds and I forgot I had the bag on and started to shop. Seriously! Its super durable, water proof, zipper is awesome and I highly recommend it to any girl with a small torso and hates to feel pain on her shoulders.
Shelly at REI on 03/03/2009

Very Adjustable

Rating:*****

I bought this pack for my wife and she loves it! We went on a 14 mile overnight trip and it was her first one. The pack was a little uncomfortable at about mile three but with a few adjustments she was feeling better. The sleeping bag compartment is nice becasue you have access to it without moving any other gear. The water bottle pocket is also really handy. There are A LOT of adjustments that you can make to get that perfect fit. Even the torso length has two settings. There are plenty of pockets all over the bag and the front access in addition to the top access is really handy. I highly recomend this pack for all women!

Anthony Taylor at Backcountry.com on 09/22/2008

Very comfortable, adjustable

Rating:*****

My first backpack (so no direct comparisons), but I was very impressed with the comfort and 65-million-way adjustability of this pack. My husband was using an old external frame and I was definitely more comfortable in my pack after 2 days. Good back support. Hip belts rubbed some, but learning to adjust the pack for my load and hike fixed this. Sleeping bag compartment was too small for my bag (a L Marmot stuff sack), but fit my husband's M bag quite nicely. 5 lbs in my daypack felt heavier than 30 in this pack!! :)

longhorn5739 at Backcountry.com on 01/07/2009

Comfortable but Heavy

Rating:****
I chose this back for the Wonderful way it fit my back. That padding and shape in the lower back is just superb. It also holds a ton...you can go well over a week without resupply, eating well, using the Deva 60. Lots of pockets, great organization potential. Highly adjustable depending on your load. However, it is HEAVY. Three weeks on the AT, and I think I had the heaviest bare pack out there, no lie, large males included. I love the pack, but the weight it ridiculous, and I'm going for a lighter one.
Herbivore at REI on 07/27/2008

Awesome Pack

Rating:*****

I bought this pack for my wife, who had never been backpacking before. She said it was awesome! It was a little uncomfortable about mile two or three but with a few adjustments, she was fine. There are so many little things to adjust to customize it an individuals needs. The waterbottle pocket was also really handy. Her sleeping bag fit fine inside it's compartment and she even was able to carry the extra weight of the dogs water and food. (I carried the tent). I do recomend this pack for any woman.

Anthony Taylor at Backcountry.com on 09/22/2008

Negative Reviews:

Not good enough

Rating:**
I used the Diva on an extensive 3 month trip in Europe, 2 months of which I was exclusively camping and 1 month of pure hiking/ camping. The Diva did not make me happy :(

First of all, the top pocket (usually used for storing books, passport, etc) has an opening that a normal size paperback book cannot squeeze into. It's impossible to fish for anything in this compartment, and for me it's one of the most important pockets since I usually store my journal, small camera, etc in here.

Second, I couldn't reach the water bottle sling with my backpack on. I finally just fashioned a strap out of duct tape so I could access water without help or taking off my bag.

The bag did not evenly rest on my back/ shoulders. It would always lean to the right. At first I thought it was my pack job, but after many attempts of re-stuffing the bag I just strapped by tent to the left side in order to rectify the lean.

Finally, the chest strap slipped off the track and could not be re-attached. I had to tie it around my shoulder strap and eventually it was lost, so I went a week of hiking all day without this crucial strap.

I would only recommend this bag for weekend trips and easier hiking- it isn't dependable for long hiking adventures.
Pilgrimsaunter at REI on 09/26/2008