Summit Expedition Pack

bought it because I was tired of carrying a wives girly back pack around in the airport. Well built and is perfect for a weekend trip. bought the handle bar bag to put on top for more storage

What can I say its a frost river and they build'em like it was for family.

I am so happy and proud to carry something with me everyday that shows the best of people who have taken the time to develop the skill, resources, and drive to share something of true quality to the world. I fear this is something that’s being steadily forgotten in today’s “disposable world”, but this pack is a testament to class of humans who take pride in the things that we bring into our lives everyday. Thank you to everyone involved in bringing this pack into my life. Worth every last penny, and then some.

Forged from the experiences of voyageurs, pioneers, rangers, and adventurers… The Summit Expedition holds up to any rigorous demands thrown its way. I first snagged mine fresh off the production line back in the day when the shop was the only nice thing around in Lincoln Park. During college I’d shove my laptop case and textbooks inside it, loading it down with chocolate milk and bananas to sustain me through the boring lectures of professors. In the off time it could fit my camera gear, beer, tobacco and food for the short ventures up the north shore of Minnesota. Rain, snow or sleet, I’d rely on it to keep my gear dry and out of the elements. Then one day, when I found myself in Montana, I dragged this finely crafted pack through mountainous crags, wading glacial rivers, using it in backcountry operations for firefighting, and once chucked it out of a helicopter when being dropped off on a mountain top LZ. Any time I find myself in the BWCA, it’s my go to bag for stashing gear and snacks, and the most precious of all supplies: whiskey. Sure it’s beat to hell, but it’s never failed. If Indiana Jones had a pack, this would be it. The Summit Ex’ is rugged, designed with common sense, and crafted together with a tradition of being made by Americans with attention to detail. Whether for books, whiskey or gear, this is the one you’ll find yourself grabbing when stepping out the front door on your next adventure.

My kids bought me this pack for my birthday 2 months ago. I wanted to use this pack before I gave a review, and it hasn’t disappointed! The pack has enough room for me to go to my cabin for a long weekend and it has room to spare. I have used it for several small trips and have never had to decide what to take and what to leave. We went on a week trip to the beach and this pack makes the perfect carryon bag, I always pack what I need for the first w days in my carry on bag, loose your luggage once on vacation and you will learn the value of a spacious bag. This bag has the right amount of floppiness to fit under the airplane seat or to shove behind the seat of my truck. The waxed canvas looks better and better every time I use it. This pack has the classic look of something to be used on a expedition but fits right in with everyday use as well.

A good everyday kick around bag. Good size. Good back straps. Added a 'Sawbill Trail Handlebar Bag' to the lash squares on top for light and quick access items; pens, pen knife, phone, lighter, etc. It would be nice if there were lash squares on the bottom, too. Only negative is that the leather to close the pockets and lid are all very thin. Flimsy, really. I'm sure they will soon tear and need to be replaced. If I had known, and it was offered, I would have willingly paid for these to be upgraded to a heavier weight leather. When the first one eventually tears I'll just take the bag to the local saddlery and have all 3 replaced with good leather. The rest of the pack build is good. I own a Isle Royale Bushcraft Packs, too. The leather for the pockets on that pack is much better.

Very well made. Nice arrangement of main bucket, side & front pockets. Good service, fair price, and quick delivery. BUT, there is one MAJOR design flaw, there are no lashing patches on the bottom of this pack. Not worthy of 5 stars due this flaw. Should have probably rated it 3 stars because Frost River refused to sew on the lashing patches or sell me the patches for me to sew on. I gave it 4 stars because it generally meets my needs better than other packs available in the marketplace and I was able to correct this design flaw.

Great day pack with the option to go for more! I’d suggest the upgraded shoulder straps to comfortably carry 20++ pounds

It's a recent purchase but am very impressed so far. The overall quality is excellent - it's clearly very well made with high-end materials. The size is big enough for weekend trips (or longer) and also handy for daily use. Laptop, camera, etc. all fit with plenty of room to spare and easily holds an inflated basketball and a motorcycle helmet at the same time. Would buy again - but as a gift - as I expect to have this one for a very long time.