The Gregory Z55 backpack is the second largest backpack in Gregory's 'Ventilated Backpacking' range. It is a popular model amongst backpackers and is designed for full-blown camping adventures lasting several days.
Like all Gregory backpacks, it is robust, flexible, fits like a dream and is wonderfully comfortable. You'll trail blaze for miles without even realising its there!
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True Ventilation
The Gregory Z55 backpack is a 'Ventilated' backpack meaning that it is designed to keep you cool, which can be an important consideration if you generally hike in hot climes. This true ventilation is thanks to the internal frame which minimises contact between the pack and the center of your back. Air is free to waft against the sweat on your back and gently wick it away.
The Z55 is available in three sizes to suit differences in people's height. The small version which sits comfortably on a torso size between 16-18" has a capacity of 51 litres. Likewise, the medium version (for torso 18-20") has a capacity of 55 litres and the large (20-22") holds upto 61 litres.
Size-wise, the Z55 sits in between the Z65 and z45 both of which are also ventilated models. If backpacking in hot climates is not something you do often and ventilation is not an important factor, then the 'Triconi 60' is also a good alternative.
Great Features
With padded shoulder harnesses and waistbelt, the Z55 will carry 20-30lbs easily and loads of upto 40lbs with comfort. The Gregory Z55 comes packed full of useful features such as hydration ports, removable top lid, waistbelt pockets and compression straps aplenty. Made from double diamond ripstop nylon, minor tears won't cause this pack to fall apart!
Another great feature of the Z55 are the waistbelt's three adjustable size options which might just come in handy if you had a bit too much breakfast!