excellent buy. doubt a little about the high price, but upon receiving it the great quality of the materials and the good design make it the best backpack i have ever had. i like the large zipper pulls, as well as the oneway valve air input feature which keeps my stuff from sinking if i should end up in the drink. i also like the ability to secure items to the outside of the bag like my fishing net for fly fishing, on the integrated daisy chain loops. excellent product for anyone who spends a significant time on the water