[at-l] the Kelty Flight 60

[lparker@cacaphony.net (L. Parker)]

> Be careful about using a shovel pocket for very much. It is hung away
> from you and makes the center of gravity even further from your back.
> I'd use the shovel pocket only for very wet and very light stuff, and
> probably no more than 2 pounds or less. I made the mistake of lashing
> my Platypus bladders back there when I first started hiking. It was a
> real education to move that weight in closer.

Bill's point about weight is an excellent one. A collabsible snow shovel is
an extremely light implement and the shovel pocket is not designed for loads
heavier than the shovel. As for the bladder, I put it in the lid...

Lee I Joe