I've had this black hole of a rucksack for about 7 years now. I got it for those trips when carrying heavy or bulky loads long distances are necessary.

The sheer amount of adjustment available and the amount of straps and tie in points really give the military heritage of this pack away. It comes with ice axe loops but I imagine that this is again a nod to its military origins, putting as many features as possible on the pack to cover every angle.

The pack has a zipped bottom to hold a sleeping bag or similar bulky item and you can access the main compartment through the bottom too. I can barely fit my -15 rated down bag in there, but it is a big item.

The side pouches zip off the main pack and then can be zipped and strapped together and fitted with the small shoulder straps (included with the pack) to make a 20L daypack. This can be done in only a few minutes and is surprisingly useful for hiking out from your tent for the day.

The lid pocket is huge, it must be 10L at least and is extends by a great amount.
One word of caution about that extendable lid though, if you pack anything heavy in it it can smack you in the back of the head when you lean forward! So keep it as tight as you can.

It's not hydtarion bladder compatible, but then again if you can't find room in one of the compartments for a 2L resevoir then you should probably take up a different pass time.

The hip belt is very well padded, and is easy to center with a quick release Berg buckle.
It carries loads quite well but as usual the temptation with any big pack to fill it to the rafters is there. That's not a fault of Berghaus or of the pack I'll hasten to add. I probably just need to get fitter so I can carry everything that you can fit in there.

The internal aluminum frame is expsed and I managed to slice one of my fingers open when hurriedly packing it. A mistake that you only make once, but nevertheless when you're out for a camping trip that's the last thing you need!

If considering buying this pack, be aware that it comes in 4 back lengths so make sure of sizing by trying it on. Don't just order online if you see a bargain!
The material is as tough as it comes and is showing no signs of wear in 7 years of hauling it about.

And yes, you can get the kitchen sink in there.

I haven't used this a lot yet but so far It seems really strongly built and I don't think that there will be any in the future. The 'grunge-guard technology' in the bladder and tube seems to be working well so far. The way the tube comes apart from the bladder shows real thought from people who know what they are designing and the seal is good. One gripe is that the tube doesn't seal so if there is water in the tube when you detach it, the water goes everywhere. This is the only thing that I have found wrong so far. The large opening also shows real thought behind the design.
A great, well built, well thought out and designed bladder which could be made perfect by adding a seal on the end of the tube when it is removed for filling, and can be bought for less than £20

This is a great, lightweight kit, perfect for a personal first aid kit. Great for use as part of a group, especially when a bigger first aid kit is close by. Good for children as well as it contains enough for a not too serious injury, giving them their own independence, whilst they know they can't do anything about something more serious so should speak to someone who can. If you are buying this to use on it's then I would reconsider.

All in all a great wee kit but shouldn't be used on it's own without something more substantial.