Originally Posted By: comms
Originally Posted By: ireckon
Does anybody use a fanny pack?


I don't consider it a fanny pack but I have Mountainsmith Lumbar Day Pack. Amazing piece of equipment as long as the strappettes are used to carry it like a pack.

Some might consider it nerdy or such, but when I am outside of my house you can almost guarantee I have a ruck on my back, anything from my goruck GR1 to a REI Flash. I went into a Safeway today in workout shorts and slung a mesh drawstring pack I got at a race expo for free.

I think if your comfortable and confident, you can pull anything off, even a fanny pack.


I have the slightly smaller Mountainsmith Tour with strappettes. They're built rock solid and have thoughtful design - great organization, contrast lining, sunglasses pocket, nice zipper pulls. I actually use it as a go bag but I've hiked with it too. I've been happy with every one of Mounainsmith's products.

The REI Flash 18 is the backpack my son uses. It's basically a stuff sack with straps and that's the beauty of it. It's incredibly light and compacts down to nothing.