Backpack is a top loader, just under 7 pound, stiff fabric feel. I was able to tie on a sleeping pad and a bivy bag on the outside. I guess I had a good 50 pounds it said 53 pounds on the scale. I am 5 foot four, 142 pounds. and short but very wide torso and small hips. Fit well. Not super comfortable, but the internal frame, I believe, made it hold less equipment than I needed for weeks of camping. I was able to attach a bulky sleeping pad to the outside. It was quite warm for Spring and early summer. Its going to be hot for summer. Kind of why I like external frames. Its a carbon light gray color. Not a screaming loud bag. I like a quiet looking big back pack, because if you have to enter a store to get food, its not like hey I am homeless/ However, because of the material, its heavier than ripstop and hard to clean. However, compared to most packs this volume, it is more inexpensive and made much better.