Gregory Maya 16 Backpack - Real Review

Susie is here today to share her review of the Gregory Maya 16L Backpack; this is the women's version of the Miwok which Luke reviewed some time back and in this episode, she is going over the Pros and Cons as part of her Agenda Free Real World Review.

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Gregory Maya 16 Backpack Review : 

You can find this pack online at gregorybackpacks.com. The price at the time of filming is $99.95. 

Agenda Free Link : https://www.gregorypacks.com/packs-bags/day-packs/maya-16-111477XXXX.html

The weight of this pack is 1.65lbs and it is a one size adjustable torso pack. 

It will fit torsos from 14 to 19 inches and hips and waists from 27 to 45 inches.

The pack I am using is Mercury Gray, but you can find it in Red, Blue, and Teal.

The materials are :

External Material 100% Nylon Pack Body 210D Honeycomb CryptoRip HD Nylon Pack Bottom 420D High Density Nylon Lining 135D High Density Embossed Polyester Suspension 3D Perforated EVA Foam

Dimensions : 19" x 9.5"

For the features of this pack:

It has a biosync dynamic suspension which means this pack moves and stretches with your body.

It offers the adjustable torso length and a 3d foam breathable back panel.

The hipbelt is women specific and hugs the body while offering dual zippered pockets on either side.

The shoulder harness is also women specific and offers a sternum strap and hydration clip. It is very flexible as well.

There is a sunglasses stow system.

There is a dedicated hydration pocket with a speedclip hydration hangar. This is compatible with the Gregory 3D Hydro reservoir. That specific bladder is not included with this pack.

You have a top zippered soft lined pocket.

An interior mesh zippered pocket with a key clip.

Two side stretch mesh pockets.

One front stretch mesh pocket, buckle closure and reflective webbing.

Trekking pole attachment

Molded webbing keepers for strap management which is nice to have.

Now onto the review of this pack. The Gregory Maya 16 Liter pack is a small pack that offers a lot of features. I like that. It offers excellent organization for all your gear. You have numerous pockets to use. You can easily fit your lunch, rain gear, 3 Liters of water, and still have plenty of space for more. This pack is women specific so I feel that it offers a lot of comfort with it and fits my body well. The recommended weight is 20 lbs for this pack and I agree with it. I have packed it full and have never had any quality issues, but noticed that the heavier it is, the shoulder straps can start to dig into your shoulders. You lose a little bit of comfort obviously with it being heavier. It’s hydration compatible with room on the side for an extra bottle. The hip belt has two pockets on it which Iike so I can keep my items that I go to most often such as my phone and my chapstick. It’s a small pack with a roomy feel.

For the cons of this pack, I will start with price. At $100 and for the size, it is only going to be a daypack. It isn’t the right pack for overnight trips.

Also, the hydration clip that is compatible with the Gregory reservoir may cause issues with other bladders as I clipped one onto it and almost got it stuck on it. I almost broke the clip trying to take it off. Just be aware that the clip may not work with any other bladder easily.

That pretty much covers with the Maya 16 Liter pack from Gregory. I like that this is a women specific pack. It offers so many features for being a daypack. You have comfort, breathability, and organization. It all comes with a bit of a high price, but what do you all think? Let me know your thoughts.

Dark Peak NESSH Women’s Down Jacket - Review

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Join Susie today for her very first solo review as she goes over the Pros and Cons of the Dark Peak NESSH Women’s Down Jacket.

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Agenda Free Link : https://darkpeakgear.com/product/nessh-womens-down-jacket/

Price : $229

Fill : 850 fill power down from responsibly sourced goose down

Weight : 11.3 oz

Packs down into waist pocket

Longer back than front

Nylon shell

Baffles (vertical side channels) very flexible

2 way front zipper allows you to unzip from the bottom when you need to sit down or as needed

Integrated wrist mitts/gaiters – these are awesome because you can tuck them in when you don’t want them

2 external insulated waist pockets and 3 internal pockets.

Available in 5 colors and sizes XS to XXL – but remember this is UK sizes so for the USA it would be minus one size. Like the M is a USA Small.

Black, gray, maroon, blue, and red

Also this is a down jacket and you don’t want it snug. Leave room for layers.

Specifications:

 Lightweight: 11.3oz (322g)

 Drop-back / dipped hem design (Longer in the back than the front)

 Insulated hood (helmet compatible), with elastic adjuster

 Rip-stop 10D Nylon outer & inner shell (light & highly wind resistant)

 Water resistant (DWR) coating

 850 Fill Power, Responsibly Sourced Goose Down.

 Zipper internal phone pocket

 Insulated waist pockets with zippers

 Packs away into its own pocket

 2x internal glove pockets

 Elasticated (adjustable) hem

 YKK® 2-way front zipper with wind guard.

 Elastic wrist mitts / gaiters (wrist warmers).

Fill Weights:

The NESSH Jacket has a fill weight of 90g per sq m. The actual fill weight of a jacket varies depending on the jacket’s size e.g. a size XS jacket would contain significantly less down than an XXL, but proportionally they are the same based on the amount of down spread across a jacket’s surface area.

Actual Fill weights for each size are listed below:

 XS = 111.7g (3.94oz)
 S = 119.2g (4.2oz)
 M = 126.6g (4.47oz)
 L = 134.1g (4.73oz)
 XL = 142.1g (5.01oz)
 XXL = 150.1g (5.29oz)

The jacket offers a lot of pros.

Cons for me is that the company showcases the One Sold One Given motto on the back of the jacket.

They do give away a different jacket to homeless for every jacket sold. It’s great that they do that, but it doesn’t make me want to purchase this jacket over another.

Also, the jacket they give away is different. All the information is on their website in regards to it. They are very open about why they do it and what they do.

A portion of what you pay buys another jacket? Just something to consider.  I like the color variety.

Price really isn’t that different in my opinion. There is a big range, but this one isn’t so cheap that it will blow your mind. It falls into the range of them. You can find something similar in the same price range. You can also find a good deal.

To sum it all up, there really isn’t anything to complain about. It’s a jacket that offers a lot of features. My only complaint goes back to the Buy One Give One  Business Model and the logo of that on the actual jacket itself. What are your thoughts?

KleanGo Disposable Female Urination Device - Review

Today Susan is reviewing the KleanGo which is a disposable female urination device.

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Link : http://www.amazon.com/KleanGo-Disposable-Female-Urination-Device/dp/B017L1ZXMU

The details according to the Company:

The KleanGo (KleanGo.com) disposable female urinary device is perfect for athletes, travelers, the elderly, disabled, pregnancy, parents of young girls, post-surgery patients - any woman who might have to go while on the go!

Convenient tri-fold design and tamper evident pouch make the KleanGo discreet and safe.

No more squatting over public toilet or porta-potty.

Hygienic, waterproof, recyclable, and disposable

Easy to use: just position, pee and toss