Looks like a great pack for heading out on a long trail adventure! I appreciate that you tested it for an extended period before creating this review! Well done as always Martin!
Have the 18 l and just used it on my first run home from work. It was a great experience. Apart from being slightly over packed, it was really snug on the back and shoulders and I never felt like running with a backpack.
I really like that backpack, especially with the easy access and big openings. The position of the pole holder is a cool idea. It’s nice to have all the tightening straps so that it stays still. Great review Martin!!
Loving the trailblazer. You always find the best items to use. You are the go to person for any type of running gear that's needed to be at your highest level.
You did a great review Martin! Very detailed and so great that this is not yet released. Thank you for the review, it is a very interesting option as I have a backpack from 2013, taken from Chamonix when I had some discounts from the UTMB. Have a great week! ✌️
Thanks Mihai, it sounds like you might be needing a new pack at some point, either that or you'll have to start buying birthday cards for the Chamonix pack 😉
Love the video brother! Almost half way through and lots of good information! I’m definitely going to have to pick one of these up when they come out! Hope you are doing well!!
@@TheDeterminedRunner I hope I am able to get it I will have to look into the brand to see if it’s available where I am. Might have to order it online if possible!
I think my piece of kit that I use the most is my back pack. I take everything with me in my backpack. This one looks insanely comfortable. I will have to look into this. I wonder if a tripod would go where the pole goes. That would make my life so much easier
I know what you mean with a backpack being really handy for everyday use! I've a couple of tripods & the pole carrier works with the minimal one I have but not the larger one, hope that helps 👍
Love the chest straps with those hooks but hate the belt strap! Great pocket placement and size. Overall, very impressed with that. May even sway me on my next purchase for a light weight back pack. Great review!
Thanks Phil, it's been a good addition, sometimes 20 lt is just spot on for what you have in store for the day. If you're in the market for a lightweight pack, then give it a go 🏃♂️
Great comprehensive review Martin. I like how stable the pack is but do the thin straps with no padding bite into your skin on a longer run? The storage accommodations are impressive.
Thanks Sage, I've not had any issues with the thin straps but admittedly I've not managed a really big run with it, I am sure there wouldn't be any issue though. I'll let you know when I get back to those long runs 🏃♂️
I know what you mean, the heavier the load then thin straps may become an issue. Saying that, with it only being a 20lt pack you can only get x amount in it, I've not had any issues with the straps digging in but potentially with a larger size pack & depending on what your carrying it could be a problem 👍
That's true, when you've pulled them in, there is a lot of excess. If you can get the use of a heat gun, you can just cut off the excess, I've done this before with other vests/packs when needed 👍
Loving the review Martin! Giving this a listen while i cook a Turkey … yes Turkey 🦃 😂. They’re on sale so why not right? Hope you’re doing well 💛! Cheers
As your someone I subscribe to on YT and I enjoy your content, Would you mind if I chose a future video of yours to do a reaction video ? If, I made it public and you didn’t like it, I want to assure you I would take it down instantly. I’m hoping to make them light hearted and humorous. Certainly not looking pick apart any content negatively. I have a new mic you see and I’m dying to get some use out of it!!
@@TheDeterminedRunner Cheers I appreciate that Martin. Its more about letting you know and getting your permission really. Everyone else I have asked has also said they are ok with so I should have plenty of content to share! Take care for now, and I really hope your general health is ok as I know you have had a few issues over the past 12 months.
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Looks like a great pack for heading out on a long trail adventure! I appreciate that you tested it for an extended period before creating this review! Well done as always Martin!
Thanks Paul, I’d been using it on and off for several months with different kit/loads, as a minimal pack it’s great 👍
Have the 18 l and just used it on my first run home from work. It was a great experience. Apart from being slightly over packed, it was really snug on the back and shoulders and I never felt like running with a backpack.
Good to hear you're enjoying the 18lt, incredibly stable while running aren't they, much better than running with a standard backpack 👍
I really like that backpack, especially with the easy access and big openings. The position of the pole holder is a cool idea. It’s nice to have all the tightening straps so that it stays still. Great review Martin!!
Thanks Gill, it's well thought out & I'm sure it'll sell well once released 👍
@@TheDeterminedRunner it looks like something I’d be definitely interested in :)
Loving the trailblazer. You always find the best items to use. You are the go to person for any type of running gear that's needed to be at your highest level.
Thanks Kev, I do seem to do ok for kit & it's always fun trying out new gear 👌
I'm in need of a new pack and that looks like a pretty good one. Thanks for review!!
It's ideal if that's the size & weight that folk are after, thanks for watching Bruce👍
Once again another quality product from Montane. Looks like a quality pack for those longer adventures. Thanks for showing it off Martin! 😎🤘🏻
Thanks Ben, it's a top pack & I did notice you wearing a Montane hat on your video 🏃♂️👌
@@TheDeterminedRunner I am picking up alot of their products now found them to be really high quality and reasonably priced too.
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You did a great review Martin! Very detailed and so great that this is not yet released. Thank you for the review, it is a very interesting option as I have a backpack from 2013, taken from Chamonix when I had some discounts from the UTMB. Have a great week! ✌️
Thanks Mihai, it sounds like you might be needing a new pack at some point, either that or you'll have to start buying birthday cards for the Chamonix pack 😉
good little bag! love the review (and the run)looks like a good bag for not bouncing round! Relaly appreciate the in depth review thanks for sharing!
Thanks Guys, aye it's a top lightweight pack for sure 🏃♂️
Love the video brother! Almost half way through and lots of good information! I’m definitely going to have to pick one of these up when they come out! Hope you are doing well!!
Thanks Collin, definitely keep an eye out when it gets released, hopefully it's easy enough for you to get Montane over where you are?
@@TheDeterminedRunner I hope I am able to get it I will have to look into the brand to see if it’s available where I am. Might have to order it online if possible!
Excellent review! Looks like something that would even fit a guy like me.
Thanks Jeremy, I'm sure it would fit you no problem & good luck with the marathon 🏃♂️
Great video !!
Thanks 👍
I think my piece of kit that I use the most is my back pack. I take everything with me in my backpack. This one looks insanely comfortable. I will have to look into this. I wonder if a tripod would go where the pole goes. That would make my life so much easier
I know what you mean with a backpack being really handy for everyday use! I've a couple of tripods & the pole carrier works with the minimal one I have but not the larger one, hope that helps 👍
Great review. I may need to look into this one! 20l seems a little excessive, but maybe necessary for my race this summer.
Thanks Timothy, aye 20 can be big for a shorter run but depending on what you have planned it could be ideal 👍
@@TheDeterminedRunner I'm running the Cortina Trail in the Dolomites. The mandatory gear list is pretty long, but I'm hoping to fit it in a 12l pack.
@@TDMiller I'm sure that'll be an awesome race!
Looks pretty decent mate, but I think I'll wait til they bring out the one that is designed for fingers 🤞😁
They're missing a trick there Mark 😂
Love the chest straps with those hooks but hate the belt strap! Great pocket placement and size. Overall, very impressed with that. May even sway me on my next purchase for a light weight back pack. Great review!
Thanks Phil, it's been a good addition, sometimes 20 lt is just spot on for what you have in store for the day. If you're in the market for a lightweight pack, then give it a go 🏃♂️
Great review. Is there capacity for a bladder? Any any brand of bladder?
Thanks, yes there's space in the back for a bladder, any brand of bladder should be fine, it just comes down to how much you need to drink for size.
Great comprehensive review Martin. I like how stable the pack is but do the thin straps with no padding bite into your skin on a longer run? The storage accommodations are impressive.
Thanks Sage, I've not had any issues with the thin straps but admittedly I've not managed a really big run with it, I am sure there wouldn't be any issue though. I'll let you know when I get back to those long runs 🏃♂️
Looks like a pretty good pack! Thanks for the review Martin! Is it possible to put small water bottles in the front pockets?
Not really Steph, it would have been a nice touch if they had made that work though 👍
Looks good but yeah the thing straps can be an issue for very long runs especially this is designed for fast packing. What do you think?
I know what you mean, the heavier the load then thin straps may become an issue. Saying that, with it only being a 20lt pack you can only get x amount in it, I've not had any issues with the straps digging in but potentially with a larger size pack & depending on what your carrying it could be a problem 👍
Don't you think the waist belt and chest adjustment loops are way to long
That's true, when you've pulled them in, there is a lot of excess. If you can get the use of a heat gun, you can just cut off the excess, I've done this before with other vests/packs when needed 👍
I see a treadmill behind you. Please do a treadmill run and post on YT one of these days. I just uploaded my first one. Thanks Martin and take care.
Thanks Kori, I will when I get back to my running for sure, I’ll check your video out shortly 🏃♂️👍
Loving the review Martin! Giving this a listen while i cook a Turkey … yes Turkey 🦃 😂. They’re on sale so why not right? Hope you’re doing well 💛! Cheers
Thanks Daniella, Turkey! 😂 Say no more 🤣
As your someone I subscribe to on YT and I enjoy your content, Would you mind if I chose a future video of yours to do a reaction video ? If, I made it public and you didn’t like it, I want to assure you I would take it down instantly. I’m hoping to make them light hearted and humorous. Certainly not looking pick apart any content negatively. I have a new mic you see and I’m dying to get some use out of it!!
Aye go on then Phil, not sure what video you'd use though as I was planning a short break soon (not for long though) Good luck with the Mic 👍
@@TheDeterminedRunner Cheers I appreciate that Martin. Its more about letting you know and getting your permission really. Everyone else I have asked has also said they are ok with so I should have plenty of content to share! Take care for now, and I really hope your general health is ok as I know you have had a few issues over the past 12 months.
..Don't forget to come back again bos
Come today, whether tomorrow,
or the day after tomorrow, I always support, to go forward and succeed, Aamiin..
For me, the job as an editor is the coolest ,
this can express my creativity
and innovation as a content creator ..
, The video is really interesting to watch,
or watch,
When watching it's really interesting to go back
to watching another video,
There are times when editing really takes extra work,
Until it produces a really good video,
hopefully it will be better in the future,
I'm sure of that,
because of all that is done to make the video really,
The results are satisfying for me to watch,
Thank you my virtual friend for producing a very beautiful video,
Hopefully my videos can be as beautiful
as you are doing,
and my videos can be interesting to watch too,
That is all and thank you
..
Thanks for watching & the comment 👍
Great to get the lowdown on this before it's even released Martin. Thanks for sharing 👍
Thanks for watching Ben 👍