Hi

For those interested, BackpackGearTest.org has completed the following
product tests during March, 2005. These tests are undertaken for no
monetary gain by BackpackGearTest.org and are undertaken in the field by
backpackers (hikers, trampers, bushwalkers) normally over a six month
period . The tester, upon completing the reporting requirements gets to
keep the gear at the end of the test.

Just click on the link to be taken to the test reports.

Deuter USA Aircontact 50+10SL woman's pack
http://www.backpackgeartest.org/deuterusa/

Gossamer Gear Lighttrek poles
http://www.backpackgeartest.org/gossamergear/

National Geographic Back Roads Explorer Software
http://www.backpackgeartest.org/nationalgeographic/

Regards
Andrew Priest
List Moderator
http://BackpackGearTest.org