NEW for 2012, the Gregory Fury 40 L Technical Backpack is light, durable, fully-loaded with features, and one of the nicest mid-size packs we've seen. The Fury 40 L is the largest mid-size pack of the Gregory Fury series. Gregory has also produced a women's specific version of the Fury - called the Freia.
The Fury 40 weighs in at 2 lbs 2 oz (960 g) for the small version on up to 2 lbs 6 oz (1.1 kg) for the large. The Fury's back system is a simple plate with a single horizontal stay up top, straps are vented and not over-padded given that loads should be reasonably light and there are loads and loads of pockets – side stash pockets, a big stow pocket on the front, hip-belt pockets and neat little stretch pockets on the shoulder strap.
The Gregory Fury has two obvious unusual touches. One is that the base of the pack flares outwards at the hip, which may make for some interesting packing, it's fine with, say, stuffed clothing, more solid cargo may not sit so well. The other interesting tough is that the lid opens the other way to normal and hinges away rather than towards the back system. The idea is that it's neater and also gives better stability when the lid is flipped off, but we're not sure it makes much odds either way. Either way - this is a good-looking feature! Otherwise you get a reinforced base, lots of zig-zag compression straps and thin webbing to save weight. The hip tensioner straps run under the belt-pockets for neatness and ease of adjustment.
The Gregory Fury 40 is a comfy, torso-hugging pack with a nice wrap around the hips thanks to that contoured design. There's lots of external storage, which is great on the move and smart, understated looks.
Features of the Gregory 40 L Technical Backpack:
Kinetic FTS Suspension
Breathable, split channel harness and waistbelt
Breathable mesh backpanel with center channel vents
Side compression
Shoulder strap stash pockets
Cross elastic hydration tube retainer
Large side pockets
Flexible Transfer System (FTS) eliminates the need for a stay by incorporating an active, breathable suspension based on our tried-and-true fit philosophy
Contoured foam backpanel provides support and weight transfer
Flexible shoulder straps and waist belts allow for unencumbered movement
Lightweight and durable materials
Aluminum strut above the harness activates load lifters on packs 30 liters and over
Anatomical backpanel with center channel ventilation
Reversed top-loading main access for clean lines and easy use
Top pocket with internal security compartment
Dual front stretch bucket pockets
Dual tool/axe/trekking pool attachment points
Fabric: Durable and lightweight 210 Dynajin and 420 nylon
Specifications of the Gregory 40 L Technical Backpack:
SMALL SPECS:
Volume: 2319 cubic inches / 38 liter
Weight: 2 lbs 2 oz / 960 g
MEDIUM SPECS:
Volume: 2441 cubic inches / 40 liter
Weight: 2 lbs 4 oz / 1.0 kg
LARGE SPECS:
Volume: 2563 cubic inches / 42 liter
Weight: 2 lbs 6 oz / 1.1 kg
Check out this helpful Gregory video on the Fury and Freia series:
