Customer Reviews Arc'teryx 30 L Alpha FL Backpack

The photos make this bag look black, in person it it not. It's grey, not even dark grey, this product photo is misleading. Take a look at my black day pack for a reference,

Going to an overall large size for the FL 30 was a mistake in my opinion. The original 23L + collar was a sweet spot for a day trip fast and light pack. It was small and sleek. The new 30L doesn't feel as tight and trim. The updated materials, shoulder straps, and other little changes are great. I would release a smaller version 23L + collar and add the features from the 40L (side straps) to make this a perfect climbing pack.

I was really stoked to finally get my hands on a Alpha FL. I had hopes of seeing this bag through many alpine ascents, snowy descents, and although simple in design, I was initially sold on the robust and durable nature of the fabric. However, after about 3 months of light use, on my very first alpine climb this bag began to tear along the bottom - it appears along a seam. Very disappointed given the bag promotes a trade-off in features for durability, and it doesn't even have that.