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Ultralight Bushwalking/backpacking is about more than just gear lists. Ultralight walkers carefully consider gear based on the environment they are entering, the weather forecast, their own skill, other people in the group. Gear and systems are tested and tweaked.
If you are new to this area then welcome - Please remember that although the same ultralight philosophy can be used in all environments that the specific gear and skill required will vary greatly. It is very dangerous to assume that you can just copy someone else's gear list, but you are encouraged to ask questions, learn and start reducing the pack weight and enjoying the freedom that comes.

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Six moons design fusion 65

Mon 12 Jun, 2017 11:58 am

Hi all new to the forums..Recently had a dilemma choosing between the ula circuit and the SMD fusion 65.. after researching both packs I settled for the smd fusion 65 due to the ability to handle heavier loads as opposed to the circuit.. thoughts!!



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Re: Six moons design fusion 65

Thu 22 Jun, 2017 8:51 pm

Don't know anything about their packs, but smd make good quality gear. I have two tents of theirs. I wouldn't imagine it being a bad quality pack mate.
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Re: Six moons design fusion 65

Fri 23 Jun, 2017 6:20 am

threshold wrote:Don't know anything about their packs, but smd make good quality gear. I have two tents of theirs. I wouldn't imagine it being a bad quality pack mate.



Haven't had a chance to take it out for a spin yet though looking forward to, it's the second gen fusion 65, first gen had some small issues with small side pockets, now rectified with decent size pockets has the same robic nylon fabric as the ULA packs this a collaborative design by ex ULA co owner Brian Frankel and Ron Moak of Six moons design.


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Re: Six moons design fusion 65

Fri 23 Jun, 2017 6:58 am

I have the Fusion 65 first gen. Great pack but the stitching was very ordinary in places.
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Re: Six moons design fusion 65

Fri 23 Jun, 2017 7:43 am

simonm wrote:I have the Fusion 65 first gen. Great pack but the stitching was very ordinary in places.




The Quality control on the second gen is better, I went through the pack with a fine tooth comb, stitching is a lot better than some photos I've seen on the web on the first gen packs. Love the harness though fits like a glove.


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