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Voted Superb Fit- Backpacker Magazine's Gear of the Year Awards 2009
When weight and durability are at a premium, the Gregory Z 65 Backpacking Backpack is the perfect blend; a versatile option for weekend trips or ultra-light, multi-day backpacking trips. Its lightweight design carries up to 45 pounds by providing the perfect load carrying fit via its Z65 harness and JetStream LTS (Load Transfer Suspension) suspension systems. A single lightweight, hollow stay and a molded, perforated V-beam framesheet combine for stability and to distribute weight evenly. The freely ventilated moisture wicking harnesses, waistbelt and backpanel enhance fit, aid in load transfer, provide cushioning and keep you cool on the trail. An adjustable sternum strap and load-lifter straps enhance the fit to ensure stability while on-the-go. Access to the single main compartment is gained through an extendible drawstring top entry or zippered front entry, while a large zippered front pocket and mesh side pockets provide further storage and secure places to quick stash gear. Additional performance features include an extendible lid, bottom compression straps, quick-access waistbelt pockets, weather-resistant zippers, and trekking pole/tool attachment loops. An integrated sleeve and dual exit ports make it hydration compatible.
The lightweight Gregory Z65 pack for multiday backpacking promotes cooling airflow across your back and effectively transfers weight from your back onto your hips.
Long weekends and light thru-packing tours are made even lighter with Gregory's fast moving, air circulating Z 65 backpack. Improve carrying comfort without jeopardizing load transfer with the JetStream LTS Suspension that employs a lightweight, thermo-molded framesheet with a hollow aluminum stay that lightens the load while maintaining stability and support; mesh backpanel and ventilated harness and waistbelt help keep you cool and fresh.
The z65 Pack by Gregory boasts a newly designed, beefed up waistbelt that effectively transfers the load off of your back and onto your hips for maximum comfort on the trail.
The z65 Backpack by Gregory Packs is a lightweight bag that is incredibly durable, has a large volume for carrying all you need and a beefy, supportive suspension system. The Jetstream LTS Suspension has thicker, more supportive foams and waistbelt to help with all day comfort and a padded lumbar that promotes positive load transfer.
Ventilated, moisture wicking harness allows for extra airflow and the lightweight, thermomolded framesheet with a hollow aluminum stay supports the load without adding excessive weight.
For light weekend backpacking trips, afternoons at the crags, or international travel, the Gregory Z65 Backpack comfortably supports your stuff thanks to the JetStream venting back panel and breathable mesh suspension system. A single, hollow aluminum stay support the pack weight without adding any, and lightweight nylon fabrics hold up to backcountry abuse. The Z65 features both top and front access to help you find your gear quickly, and tool attachments and side compression straps keep all your equipment secured to the pack. Zippered pockets on the front, lid, and waist belt organize your maps, energy bars, and other small essentials while you’re out on the trail.
Say hello to your new best friend. The Z65 boast a newly designed, beefed up waistbelt that effectively transfers the load off your back and onto your hips for maximum comfort on the trail.
FEATURES
* JetStream LTS Suspension with thicker, more supportive foams and waistbelt
* Auto-Fit harness system
* Dual hydration ports and sleeve
* All access front zip
* Floating top lid
* Side and bottom compression
* Quick access waistbelt pockets
* Exterior side pockets
* Dual axe/tool attachment points
* Welded, water-resistant zippers
* 210d HT double box ripstop and broken twill nylon fabrics
Volume: 3600 cu.in./ 59L ; 3966 cu.in./ 65L ; 4332 cu.in./ 71L
Weight: 3lbs 9oz ; 3lbs 14oz ; 4lbs 3oz
Say hello to your new best friend. The Z65 boasts a newly designed, beefed up waistbelt that effectively transfers the load off of your back and onto your hips for maximum comfort on the trail.
This description was also provided by: Al's Sports, USOutdoor.com
A well ventilated large pack designed for all your back country hiking adventures.
Gregory Z65 Backpack is a lightweight minimalist pack ideal for weekend treks
Floating top lid and all-access front zip, dual hydration ports and sleeve, quick access waisbelt pockets, exterior side water bottle pockets, and dual tool attachment points
Venting JetStream LTS suspension system with thick, supportive foam waistbelt and Auto-Fit harness system
Welded, water resistant zippers
Light Weight Ventilated 65 liter Backpack
No description provided.
| Access: | Top & Front |
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| Access / Loading: | Top/side |
| Access Types: | Top, front |
| Adjustable torso: | No |
| Approximate volume: | 3,966 cubic inches |
| Approximate volume - metric: | 65 liters |
| Average weight: | 3 lbs. 14 oz. |
| Average weight - metric: | 1.76 kilograms |
| Backpack style: | Lightweight backpack |
| Capacity: | 3600 cu in (Small); 3966 cu in (Medium); 4332 cu in (Large) |
| Carrying Capacity: | 50 LBS |
| Comfort Zone: | 50lbs |
| Detachable Pack: | No |
| Fabric: | 210 d “double box” HT double diamond ripstop/Broken twill nylon |
| Fits torso: | 16 - 18 inches (Small); 18 - 20 inches (Medium); 20 - 22 inches (Large) |
| Fits waist/hips: | 28 - 34 inches |
| Frame material: | Aluminum/HDPE |
| Frame type: | Internal |
| Gear Loops: | None |
| Gender: | Men's |
| Hydration Compatible: | Yes |
| Ice Axe Loops: | 2 |
| LG: | 4332 cu. in. or 71 L Weight |
| Linear inches: | 51" |
| MD: | 3966 cu. in. or 65 L Weight |
| Manufacturer Warranty: | Lifetime |
| Material: | 210D Double Box ripstop nylon |
| Materials: | 210 denier HT double box ripstop nylon and broken twill nylon |
| Number of pockets: | main compartment + 6 pockets |
| Number of stays: | 1 |
| Pockets: | [External] 1 lid, 1 front, 1 water bottle; [Internal] 1 hydration |
| Rain Cover: | No |
| Recommended Use: | Backpacking, travel |
| SM: | 3600 cu. in. or 59 L Weight |
| Shovel Pocket: | No |
| Size: | 26" x 13" x 12" |
| Sizes: | M & L |
| Ski Carry: | No |
| Sleeping bag compartment: | No |
| Snowboard Carry: | No |
| Suspension: | 1 Aluminum stay, molded frame sheet |
| Torso Adjustment: | No |
| Torso Length: | S: 16-18 inches M: 18-20 inches L: 20-22 inches |
| Volume: | [S] 3600cu in (59L); [M] 3966cu in (65L); [L] 4332cu in (71L) |
| Warranty: | Lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship |
| Weight: | [S] 3lb 10oz (1.6kg); [M] 3lb 14oz (1.8kg); [L] 4lb 3oz (1.9kg) |
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 | Gregory Z 65 LargeUnspecified | $239.00 |
 | Gregory Z 65 SMUnspecified | $239.00 |
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This product is available in the following colors:
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 | Olea Green |  | Flint Gray |
 | Olea-Green |  | Flint-Gray |
 | Moroccan-Blue |  | Flint Grey |
 | Moroccan Blue | ||
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| Olea Green | 238.95239.002 More... | 238.95238.953 More... | 238.95239.002 More... | ||
| Olea-Green | 238.97 | 238.97 | |||
| Moroccan-Blue | 191.99238.95 | 191.99238.95238.97 | 191.99238.97 | ||
| Moroccan Blue | 238.95239.002 More... | 238.95239.002 More... | 238.95239.002 More... | 239.00 | |
| Flint Gray | 238.95239.002 More... | 238.95238.953 More... | 238.95239.00239.00 | 239.00 | |
| Flint Grey | 238.95239.00 | 238.95239.00 | 238.95239.00 | ||
| Flint-Gray | 238.97 | 238.97 | |||
| Gray | 191.99 | 191.99 | 191.99 | ||
| Green | 191.99 | 191.99 | 191.99 | ||
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| I've been mildly dissatisfied with my Osprey Aether 75 that I've had for the last 6 years, and decided to treat myself with a new pack. After much agonizing and hours of pack trials, I settled on the Z65. I used it on a 5-day hike in the Gila Wilderness. Fit/Carry: Its super-comfortable. The hip-belt and lumbar pad cling tight and don't slip down, the suspended back panel feels nice and ventilates well, the shoulder straps lay flat and don't roll. I found the large frame to be a little on the short side for my long torso, but it didn't turn out to be a problem. The first day of the hike I was carrying some rather decadent fresh foods and the pack topped out just over 35 pounds, which seemed to be about as much as I'd want to regularly carry in this pack. The hipbelt just didn't have the structure and padding required to support a load greater than 40 pounds. Later in the hike, I was below 30 pounds and it carried like a dream, could hardly tell it was there. Features/Loading: Minor gripes - I like the back-pouch well enough but miss having a flap or bungee and sleepiong bag comparment with bottom zipper. I'm indifferent to the U-shaped main comparment access. The arched back panel makes for nice ventilation, but creates a bit of an awkward interior space for loading. The elastic side pouches are too small for even a small water bottle when the pack is full, and they are difficult to reach in any case. Its not the easiest pack to strap stuff to the outside. The pack has generous space - despite bringing full raingear, some warm clothes and some fresh foods I still had plenty of room left if I wanted to fully extend the pack bag. Towards the end of the trip, I was positively swimming in space. Its almost too big - you could easily cram in more stuff than the suspension could comfortably support. The hip-belt pouches are great, just big enough for a compact camera. The top-lid is generous, which I like. The whole thing scrunches down neatly. All in all I was extremely happy with the pack and plan on using it this August for a week in the Sierras. | |
| JoeyLumpkin at REI on 07/17/2009 | |
The best backpack I've ever bought | |
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| I own/have owned two huge Lowe Backpacks, a Gregory Pallisade, and a 25l Vaude Backpack. As the Pallisade got my all time favorite for longer trips (carrying +30kg), the Z65 is my new favorite if something lighter is to carry. The Z65 is amazingly comfortable. No real problem found so far. Of course, the number of pockets could be bigger, but that is the price one has to pay for reduced weight. I really felt in love with this backpack. The only thing I have not found out yet is how waterproof this thing is. Currently, at temperatures far below freezing, rain is not of a concern for me - therefore I still have not bought a rain cover. But since the backback does not have sealed seems, I guess it is not waterproof, as is my Vaude. Nevertheless, there is a thing I don't like on this backback: The hipbelt seems to be detachable, but since there is no manual, I am not sure how to easily do this or if this should be done at all. Not a real problem, but sometimes transportation would just be easier without the belt. Again, no real issue as the hipbelt is not as massive as the one of my Pallisade. By the way, walking sticks can be comfortably mounted on this backback. Concerning the length of this backpack. The large one is a bit shorter than the Pallisade, making it nearly to small for me but still ok. So if any Gregory guys read this review: please attach a user manual to your products, that would make live so much easier-at nearly no cost. | |
| Sibbi at REI on 01/04/2009 | |
Best Pack I've owned...but not perfect. | |
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| This pack replaced my 12 year old Gregory Shasta and was a huge improvement in almost every area. I just finished the packs maiden voyage...75 miles through the whole GSMNP on the AT over 6 nights. The pack was all day comfortable and carried well while being very adjustable for comfort during the day. I missed having a dedicated sleeping bag area in the bottom which would make packing a little easier. My other complaint is probably my fault but I forced traditional 32oz. Nalgene bottles into the flimsy spandex pockets and they completely blew out during the trip. I sent it back to Gregory and they are fixing it for free. I guess it's time to stuff the Camelbak in there. Basically, it's almost perfect. | |
| TN-James at REI on 07/27/2009 | |
great pack | |
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I use this for backpacking in china. and throughout the united states. I do not use it for too much of the whole outdoor backpacking gig. however, it is superb for travel and hosteling. It is small enough to be used as a carry-on for plane travel (flight attendants and TSA workers have never questioned it). and it can hold more than I need. I have gone two weeks using this as my only suitcase (i obviously dont fill it with food, only clothing). and am planning to use this as my sole bag for two months, one split between thailand, cambodia and laos...and the other in tanzania. Even when filled to capacity I havent experienced discomfort from this pack as it is incredibly well made. | |
| jfe2860579 at Backcountry.com | |
"Great pack for (almost) everything!" | |
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| I actually chose this pack over the Baltoro 70, and I'm glad I did. After doing a lot of research I pretty much had my heart set on the Baltoro but after I got to the store and tried them both the z65 came away as the clear winner. The Baltoro seemed more like a strict week long pack, and I'm sure that it does that job well. But more of a one hit wonder if you will. My z65 has all the capacity I need(66 liters), can carry 50lbs. comfortably(more than I need) yet it compresses down to a weekender no problem with all the compression strap options. It just fills more than one niche. A true multitasker. | |
| Erik at Moosejaw on 06/09/2009 | |
Awesome Pack! | |
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| Great lightweight pack. My only complaint is that the online picture's color does not match the actual pack. I bought the green one. The picture shows a muted/military green, while the actual pack is a bright green. I would have preferred the darker green shown in the picture but the actual color is not bad. The pack itself is awesome and well thought out. It is one of the more streamlined of those available. It has everything you would expect: venting back, water carrier holder/tube hole, padded waist belt, etc. Could be a little lighter for those ultralight hikers, but great if you want a little more support than those typically offered by GoLite brands and others. | |
| atok514 at REI on 04/06/2009 | |
"Perfect for Big Me" | |
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| I should probably say first that I am an avid world traveller and I use my packs as carry-on luggage and not for hardcore hiking/camping etc. The Z65 fits my needs perfectly (a replacement for my GoLite Galaxy.)As a big guy I am hard to fit for packs.The specs for the large Z65 indicated that it would be on the small end of what I needed.To my surprise it fits comfortably, I'm a 22-23" torso and a 42" waist. The straps have a nice curvature to them that allows more mobility than I'm used to. The Z65 compresses down to (on me) the size of a daypack but expands to hold a lot of gear. | |
| Mike at Moosejaw on 10/28/2008 | |
Solid Utility | |
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| I've only just begun running this pack through the mill, but on a recent hike it outperformed the 5-6 packs I've used over the past 8+yrs. The super-convenient front loading panel was a big selling point for me, and was just as useful as I'd hoped it would be. Both the front panel and the top pouch held way more than I had anticipated, and straps on the side readily devour any longitudinal loading. Tack on one of the..scratch that, the MOST comfortable suspension system on any pack I've ever used or tried on, and I would say that this is THE pack for most light-ultralight backpackers. | |
| DrekThanos at REI on 12/07/2008 | |
LOVE THIS PACK | |
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| This pack is the best I have ever owned! My only complaint is that I pack too much junk (just means I need to cut down tho right? ) It will handle a decent load up to about 45 or 50 lbs with no discomfort. Could barely feel the pack with a load of about 25 or 30 lbs on long day hikes and SAR training hikes/trails. Super easy to adjust and tighten down loads. Love the U opening on the front - makes it easy to drop it and grab a what you need in a hurry. GREAT PACK! | |
| fatticus at REI on 05/17/2009 | |
My #1 choice. | |
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| I chose this pack over many, its main rival was the Baltoro 70... but I felt that Z65 felt lighter, clung tighter and would compress down better than the Baltoro when I carried lighter loads. The Baltoro felt more bulky and more like a dedicated extended night one-trick-pony pack... unlike the Z65 which could do both lighterweight nights and extended stays. Build quality is awesome. I prefer the more streamlined feeling pack to the bloated, bulging pocketed feel/look so the lack of external pockets is a plus. Overall, a great pack. Give it a whirl...you'll love it! | |
| Forrest From the City at REI on 01/19/2009 | |
| "Great spacious backpack. Id like some more separation of areas for more storage. Other than that it wouldnt be bad to have more of a fanny pack or day pack like some other Gregory packs." | |
| Albert from Colorado Springs, CO at eBags.com on 07/19/2009 |
