Atom + vs Gossamer Gear Gorilla 40

New wonder

Backpacker
In the market for a new pack, my Osprey exos 48 is just too big and I feel something smaller and why not lighter needs to replace it now. I’ve had my eye on an Atom for sometime, they simply look gergeous particularly the customisation with colours. However I do also like the Gossamer Gorilla for its features and is also gorgeous. Do I need the extra features, don’t know but maybe nice to have?

Any thoughts would appreciated.

Cheers
 

Robert P

Thru Hiker
I have both the Atom+ 40l and the Gorilla, though the Gorilla is the older model with dyneema grid fabric. I think both are excellent, though I prefer the Atom+: it is lighter, should be more water resistant, should be tougher (in VX20 form), and the price will be similar if customisation is limited to choice of fabric and colour scheme. The choice of fabric with the Atom is a big plus if you have clear preferences.
I really like the stretch shoulder pockets on the Atom+, but hip belt pockets will cost extra. The Gorilla has the edge in additional storage compartments (hip belt + 'lid'), and the stretch mesh back pocket holds more. So it is really a choice based on personal preference and which of these things are more important.
 

New wonder

Backpacker
I have both the Atom+ 40l and the Gorilla, though the Gorilla is the older model with dyneema grid fabric. I think both are excellent, though I prefer the Atom+: it is lighter, should be more water resistant, should be tougher (in VX20 form), and the price will be similar if customisation is limited to choice of fabric and colour scheme. The choice of fabric with the Atom is a big plus if you have clear preferences.
I really like the stretch shoulder pockets on the Atom+, but hip belt pockets will cost extra. The Gorilla has the edge in additional storage compartments (hip belt + 'lid'), and the stretch mesh back pocket holds more. So it is really a choice based on personal preference and which of these things are more important.

The Atom+ seems to have gone up
I’m price, don’t think I remember it starting at £245. Think I’m settling on the idea of the gossamer gorilla, but thanks
 
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