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  • lifestyle visible^^Person sitting and meditating or just spacing out on the beach while wearing the Guide's Edition Paragon.
  • lifestyle visible^^Person walking outdoors in a scenic area wearing the Guide's Edition Paragon in Ursa brown.
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  • lifestyle visible^^Guide's Edition Paragon in Coyote with various items around it: a sub sandwich, chips, two books, a Pinebook Pro laptop.
  • detail visible^^Guide's Edition Paragon in Coyote. Close-up of the interior top zipper pocket.
  • detail visible^^Guide's Edition Paragon with a Pinebook Pro in the laptop pocket.
  • detail visible^^Putting a Coyote Size 1 Travel Stuff Sack inside of the Guide's Edition Paragon.
  • detail visible^^Putting a Jersey Mike's sub and chips in the Guide's Edition Paragon.
  • detail visible^^Close-up of the ice axe loop.
  • detail visible^^One 8" Key Strap in Coyote is included.
  • detail visible^^Putting a book and a book of poetry in the front zipper pocket.
  • detail visible^^Close-up of the ice axe loop.
  • lifestyle visible^^Squeezing those incredibly comfortable Edgeless Shoulder Straps to show off how much cush and support they offer.
  • detail visible^^Optional lash straps threaded through the accessory strap holders on the bottom of the Paragon.
  • detail visible^^Using the lash straps to secure a rain shell to the bottom of the Paragon.
  • visible variant TB0923-UK^^3/4 shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Aubergine
  • visible variant TB0923-CK^^3/4 shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Coyote 525 Ballistic
  • visible variant TB0923-CK^^Interior shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Coyote
  • visible variant TB0923-DK^^3/4 shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Deep Blue
  • visible variant TB0923-DK^^Interior shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Deep Blue
  • visible variant TB0923-GK^^3/4 shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Nebulous Grey
  • visible variant TB0923-GK^^Interior shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Nebulous Grey
  • visible variant TB0923-RK^^3/4 shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Ursa
  • visible variant TB0923-RK^^Interior shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Ursa
  • visible variant TB0923-WK^^3/4 shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Wilderness
  • visible variant TB0923-WK^^Interior shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Wilderness
  • visible variant TB0923-UK^^Interior shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Aubergine
  • visible variant TB0923-BK^^3/4 shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Black
  • visible variant TB0923-BK^^Interior shot of the Guide's edition Paragon in Black
  • lifestyle visible^^Person standing in front of the ocean wearing a Paragon Guide's Edition in Coyote.
  • lifestyle visible^^Person sitting and meditating or just spacing out on the beach while wearing the Guide's Edition Paragon.
  • lifestyle visible^^Person walking outdoors in a scenic area wearing the Guide's Edition Paragon in Ursa brown.
  • Guide's Edition Paragon
  • lifestyle visible^^Guide's Edition Paragon in Coyote with various items around it: a sub sandwich, chips, two books, a Pinebook Pro laptop.
  • detail visible^^Guide's Edition Paragon in Coyote. Close-up of the interior top zipper pocket.
  • detail visible^^Guide's Edition Paragon with a Pinebook Pro in the laptop pocket.
  • detail visible^^Putting a Coyote Size 1 Travel Stuff Sack inside of the Guide's Edition Paragon.
  • detail visible^^Putting a Jersey Mike's sub and chips in the Guide's Edition Paragon.
  • detail visible^^Close-up of the ice axe loop.
  • detail visible^^One 8" Key Strap in Coyote is included.
  • detail visible^^Putting a book and a book of poetry in the front zipper pocket.
  • detail visible^^Close-up of the ice axe loop.
  • lifestyle visible^^Squeezing those incredibly comfortable Edgeless Shoulder Straps to show off how much cush and support they offer.
  • detail visible^^Optional lash straps threaded through the accessory strap holders on the bottom of the Paragon.
  • detail visible^^Using the lash straps to secure a rain shell to the bottom of the Paragon.
4.8/5.0 (4 Reviews)

Guide's Edition Paragon

$180

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Guide's Edition Paragon

Reviews

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 4 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 3 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 4 reviews
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4 reviews
  • PL
    Paul L.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Great Gift
    3 years ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Great Gift
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    Guide's Edition Paragon
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Review -- Guide's Edition Paragon

    This is a great backpack for short trips and hikes. It is just roomy enough to carry what you need for a day and very comfortable to wear. The diamond accessory straps on the bottom of the bag are quite handy to carry an extra jacket or sweater. I recommend getting the 1 inch padded hip belt as an accessory. Even though it is not made for this backpack, it works well (at least for me).

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  • KM
    Kathryn M.
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    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Easily Adjustable, Made in USA, Comfortable, Thoughtful Design, Versatile
    3 years ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Easily Adjustable, Made in USA, Comfortable, Thoughtful Design, Versatile
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    Guide's Edition Paragon
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1st time customer

    I really like my new pack so far. I do miss a place for a water bottle on the side. However it is really streamlined and not cumbersome at all. The material appears strong and resilient.

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  • BR
    Brian R.
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    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Made in USA, Good Storage Size, Durable
    3 years ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Made in USA, Good Storage Size, Durable
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    Guide's Edition Paragon
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Amazing pick to just pick up and go !

    Such a great pack for those weekend hikes or short getaways ! Using a few key straps and a pouch (like the Handy Little Thing) it becomes a true companion for carrying gear, water for the dogs, extra layers (adding or removing) and often something for the trail after hitting those old school mom & pop coffee shop gems you find along your adventures !

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  • SB
    Steven B.
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    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Made in USA, Thoughtful Design
    3 years ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Made in USA, Thoughtful Design
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    Guide's Edition Paragon
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Tim Bihn killed it

    If your looking for a simple top quality back pack, this one is sweet.

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