Light weight, hard wearing and very hard to fault. Just completed The Fisherman's Trail with it last month so fully tested (Atom+ 50l). On the scales my weighed 812g including two shoulder pockets, avocado pocket, and two hip pouches - excellent. Only gripes are the Bullet Net is a bit tight - can't fit in nearly as much as I'd hoped and the Front Elastic needs about another 20cm of length (which, tbh, I can probably change out myself). The shoulder pockets are also a bit tight - phone with case won't go in - appreciate you don't want them too baggy but a little bigger would help - the elastic will probably give a little over time so maybe not a major issue. Dropping a star for these gripes maybe a bit harsh, as overall it's a great bag and well worth the investment. I'd be happy to recommend to anyone.

I can not say anything bad about this back, in my opinion and after lots of variations, I settled on my custom pack. It is exactly as I ordered and the materials and build quality are as good if not better than any of my other packs, trail tested over several days and got everything I needed in it with space to play with, comfy on a long multi day hike, I bought the Roo as well but would of preferred to be able to chest mount it like the OMM pod it would be great to see this option in the future. Thanks guys at ATOM PACKS ;)

I ordered the Atom Pulse (custom) for my wild camping and long distance walks and have not been disappointed, it's is light weight and the fit was perfect for my build. I have only used it for wild camping up to now but I was very pleased with the way I could fit all my lightweight gear and make it easily accessible. The total weight I carried when camping was 9.5 kg's and this proved be a comfortable weight on my back and the build feels strong and well made. I look forward to getting a lot more use in the future.

used the atom+ for 3 months of thru hiking in 2023, and several smaller trips over the last two years. it is still in excellent condition, and am particularly impressed with how the front dyeema pocket has held up. looks practically brand new after ~2500 miles. I bought an atom pack for my boyfriend for his CDT thru hike as I was so impressed with the craftsmanship/durability.

I ordered the Atom+ Custom 50L in anticipation of a winter Death Valley trek that had to be scuttled due to lingering storm damage. This review is based on a series of long day hikes, all packed between 22 and 30lbs.

In that context, this is the best-made and most comfortable pack I've owned. The combination of frame, perfectly-shaped and spaced and padded shoulder straps, and minimal but effective hip belt distribute weight amazingly well.

Based on previous reviews (e.g., 2/28/23) I went with the bullet net front pocket for extra capacity. It has survived a bit of bushwhacking, although I probably won't be plowing through late-summer manzanita with it. I also got the Y strap closure in case I ever need to top-carry a bear canister. And lovely colors, because why not?

A few minor quibbles to address:

-- "You'll miss load lifters": I really don't. See above re: load transfer. Or go with the Mo.

-- "You'll miss air on your back": It is a sweaty carry, without a doubt. But those arched-back airflow designs allow my terrible posture free rein to slump or arch, after ten miles of which my middle-aged back simply quits. At least for me, sweat and a back pad with better ergonomics are far preferable to dryness and sciatica.

-- One observation of my own: The sternum strap--needed for load distribution at heavier weights--fits my chest, but only just. It might be good to include a chest measurement in the order process, in case there are others even more box-shaped than I am.