The SMARTest Ultralight Backpack Isn’t the LIGHTest

The video compares the Gossamer Gear Murmur 36 backpack with the Durston Wapta 30 backpack, noting that both are ultralight options. Gossamer Gear Murmur 36: Weight: Advertised at 7.9 oz, but the speaker's weighed 7.5 oz. Note that this weight does not include the included 3/8 inch torso pad, which adds 2.8 oz. Capacity: Advertised at 36 liters. Price: $350. Material: Made out of the thin yet strong Aluula V52 fabric. The fabric allows for seam welding with very little stitching, except for some on the handle attachment. The speaker compares the fabric to a "super strong trash bag". Durston Wapta 30: Weight: The large version weighs 15 oz. Capacity: Advertised as a 30-liter backpack. Material: Made from the Alula V98 fabric, which the speaker says is a much thicker version and feels like an "ultra material". Price: $299 Features: The back pocket is made of Aluula material, not mesh, with a responsive stretch band at the top, allowing for a wider opening and more gear storage. Includes a full bottom pocket, which the speaker uses for rain gear. It is a true roll-top backpack. 🔔 *SUBSCRIBE for more gear reviews and trail adventures!* Thank you for using the links to support the channel! Discount for Foundation Outdoors 20% off use code: LEO20 https://www.foundation-outdoors.com?s... Discount for Hilltop packs 10% off use code: LEO Link: https://hilltoppacks.com?sca_ref=9431... Discount for UGQ Outdoors 10% off use code: ISUCKATHIKING Link: https://ugqoutdoor.com/?aff=21 🔔 Follow Us: Instagram: @Isuckathiking Virtual Trail Magic Cashapp - https://cash.app/$isuckathiking Venmo - https://venmo.com/u/MichaelMcInally Gear: Aarn Mountain magic 50L Backpack: https://alnk.to/74x0vEd Thermorest NeoLoft Sleeping pad: https://amzn.to/3TWWjwt Exped Mega Pillow: https://amzn.to/40CZXzs Hammock Gear Quilt - https://hammockgear.com/burrowcl/ Petrel Firemaple Cookpot: https://amzn.to/3II9YVX Firemaple Greenpeak Stove: https://amzn.to/46t7eWk Tent: https://durstongear.com/products/x-do... Trekking Poles: https://durstongear.com/products/icel... DJI Action 5 Pro Camera: https://amzn.to/4lUVnoH DJI Neo Drone: https://amzn.to/4kXRXjN DJI Tripod: https://amzn.to/4m5pQQA Nitecore NB20000 Power Bank - https://amzn.to/48p1338 Nitecore NB10000 Gen III - https://amzn.to/3IE2zY5 Nitecore NU25 Ultralight headlamp - https://amzn.to/4ayhb48 Mazama Waterbottle: https://mazamadesigns.com/products/m-... Katadyn BeFree Water filter: https://amzn.to/44LTxjT CNOC 1 liter collapsible water bottle: https://amzn.to/4mRp3Th Collapsible water bottle: https://amzn.to/4kTybWA GIGA Pump Air: https://bit.ly/3SyoIZ3 Zpacks Ultralight Camp Shoes: https://zpacks.com?aff=189 Black Diamond GridTech Storm Hood Gloves: https://bit.ly/4kpt5lC DexShell Waterproof Hiking Socks: https://amzn.to/4jqnYA5 Trailbrush by Trail Stuff: https://bit.ly/4kLuLW9 My Past Gear: Toaks Titainum Cook Pot - https://amzn.to/48bFZxl Sea to Summit colapsable X Mug - https://amzn.to/3txltIk MSR Pocket Rocket 2 - https://amzn.to/3v90QTr Zpacks Offset Duo - https://zpacks.com/collections/shelte... Zpacks Arc Haul Ultra 50L - hhttps://zpacks.com/collections/backpa... Hammock Gear Quilt - https://hammockgear.com/burrowcl/ Zpacks Bottle Sleeve - https://zpacks.com/collections/access... GSI Outdoors Pour over coffee filter - https://amzn.to/47hnC9a As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. As a Zpacks Affilaite I earn from qualifying purchases. As a Foundation Outdoors Affilaite I earn from qualifying purchases. As a Hilltop Packs Affilaite I earn from qualifying purchases. As a UGQ Affilaite I earn from qualifying purchases. 00:00 Gossamer Gear Murmur 36: First Impressions 00:37 The ALUULA V52 Fabric & Seam Welding 01:31 True Weight & Removable Sit Pad 02:20 Compressibility & Durability Concerns 03:04 External Storage: Mesh & Attachment Points 05:16 The Problem with the Shoulder Straps 07:09 Durston Wapta 30 Overview 07:30 Why the V98 Fabric is Better 08:09 Wapta Storage Capacity Breakdown 09:16 The Unique "Bottom Pocket" Feature 10:35 Comfort Test: Straps & Adjustability 13:46 Shoulder Strap Pockets (Phone & Water) 14:33 Loading the Murmur 36: Full Kit Test 16:05 Murmur 36 Capacity Limits & Issues 18:37 Loading the Wapta 30: Full Kit Test 19:55 Utilizing External Pockets & Y-Strap 21:55 Final Verdict: Why I Prefer the Wapta 30