Has a well-loved Eja 48, but with a bear can inside there is very little room on either side for anything beyond a puffy and rain jacket.
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Has used and still uses the Eja 48 for long-distance hikes with their dog; it was spacious enough to live out of for 50 days, carrying all clothing layers plus dog food.
Uses the Eja 48 for month-long hikes and finds it comfortable, though they had to add their own hip belt pockets and it is super tight with a bear can.
Hiked 500 miles with their Eja 48 and calls it a great, comfortable pack that fit a bear can when needed.
Loves their Eja 48, though they would have gone for the 58 for month-long hikes.
Chose the Eja 48 over a Gregory Paragon because it stayed put on their hips while walking; about seven nights in, it has been great and feels bomber.
Did the entire PCT with their Eja 48 and calls it the most comfy pack they have ever worn; at 5'3 they do not hit their head on it.