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[jaybotwright]

I am looking to buy a backpack because I am going travelling soon to south America. I am looking to buy a backpack round about the 70litre mark. If you are looking to sell your backpack and it is near that size then i would be very intrested to know!
If not, does anyone know where I can pick one up that isn't too expensive?I've been looking around and they all seem to be pricey in Korea!

Thanks alot!
Jay

[Demophobe]

A foreigner with a backpack? In Korea?! Rare.

Hehe..

Spit and you hit 5. They seem pretty attached to them though...

[oskinny1]

If you are going to be wearing it a lot and putting it through its paces I recommend not skimping. The last thing you need is one to fall apart on you.

Also think security. I traveled all around China alone and wasn't worried at all when I was sleeping on trains and buses when I used my pacsafe...wow, that sounded like a cheesy commercial.


http://www.pacsafe.com/www/index.php?_room=3&_action=detail&id=48

[hawaii4me272]

I am not sure where you are looking in Korea but I bought one in Itaewon (sorry cant remember the name of the store) for about $35(US) and it has worked well so far.(Knock on wood)

[longlivetheclash]

Hey Jaybotwright,

I just bought a new travel backpack from www.kitterytradingpost.com
It's the Montainsmith Covert XL. The bag is solid and around 70L ( 5700 ci). It converts from backpack to duffel bag and has a removeable day pack with tons of pockets and a laptop sleeve. Furthemore, the bag was on sale for $89 (marked down from over $200). I do not know how much the shipping to Korea will be, but even at $50, it's a hella of deal for a very nice pack.

Good luck.

[waterloodark]

Jay Botwright,

I told you that you should go to global.gmarket.co.kr (its in english)
Catergory --> Apparel/Accessories > Bags, Wallets & Accessories > Travel Bags & Accessories

Then type "70" in the box and you will see some hits.

I bought a 50l bag and it was fine for me, its a bag and it was only 55000won

[oskinny1]

Do not get a $50 bag. It will fall apart. The zippers will break, the shoulder straps will fall out and the inside will rot quickly. Spend the money, go to Marmot or if you need to the North Face.
http://www.thenorthfacekorea.co.kr/shop/categorylist.aspx?cc=2008120501

[jaybotwright]

Cheers guys!

Thanks for the information! Not sure what i'll do but probably i'll look for a good backpack and hopefully manage to find one that's cheap! Not much chance of that in Korea but I will keep looking!If anyone knows where some good shops in Seoul are i'd be grateful to know where they are. If not that I'll maybe get a buddy to pick one up in Canada for me or something! But I take the point that its better safe than sorry! Just didn't want to spend the extra cash

Jay

[jaybotwright]

oh and thanks for the links
They were pretty useful, especially that kittery trading one!
cheers!
Jay

[darkjedidave]

I also reccommend not getting a cheap backpack. I regretted buying a knock-off north face and it broke down my second time using it. If you want the best backpack, I suggest the Gregory Baltoro 70. Gregory makes the best bags in the world. The bag is pricey (over $300) but totally worth it. It won the award for best hiking backpack and best all-around backpack in 2009 by Editors Choice. Ive been abusing it for 2 years with only slight signs of wear, but the buckles, straps and frame are still perfect. I think you can find them here in Korea on www.okoutdoor.com