Gossamer Gear Loris 25 vs Matador Refraction

I’ve switched to the Gossamer Gear Loris 25 for that niche. It’s 18” tall like the Trail 25 and has a fold top to allow expansion to 22” as an ultralight overhead bag (or more gear and groceries on arrival). I like the shoulder strap pockets.

My next trip is with a Gossamer Gear Loris 25 that is a fold top design that will extend from 18” to 22”. That could stop any requests to stow it under a seat.

If you get a chance, take a look at the Gossamer Gear Loris 25. It can extend to 55cm tall when you need it.

the Gossamer Gear Loris 25 will fit under a.seat and expand on length for overhead and weighs just 19.5 oz / 553 g.

My new ultralight alternative is the Gossamer Gear Loris 25 that is just 553g and $135 retail. The folding top design will allow to expand to 22” tall for overhead use.

I use a Matador Refraction for a packable day pack.

I don’t carry a laptop and find the Matador Refraction an excellent packable backpack with a comfortable harness and great set of pockets.

I like the Matador Refraction for a packable day touring bag.

The Matador ReFraction seems to be well liked. It's only 16 l though.