The Gregory Targhee, reivewed in this October's version of Backcountry Magazine, received the following acclaim from testers:  "I like the large shovel probe pocket on the front and the variety of smaller pockets on top for B.C. munchies.  This thing has every conceiveable carry option: diagonal, vertical, A-frame, ... I liked the vertical carry the best.  Its possibly the fastest to strap on in the test, and carried skis very securely.  The back panel is very supportive and comfortable.  This pack has just enough adjustability to be versatile, without being annoyingly complex.  I especially like the supportive waistbelt with a gear loop- and huge useful pocket.  Drew, Backcountry Product Tester.

Here's what Outside Magazine Buyer's Guide had to say about the Drift.  "If your passion is touring, get the nimble Drift.  'Its the perfect size and profile for the typical day trip.' said a tester who put miles on the pack in the Colorado backcountry.  Skis or snowboards strap on easily and stay rock-solid with three different carry options.  On the way down, the compression straps worked to create a compact bundle that felt like a part of my body... "