This is a pretty nice set for the price/ weight.... I have the pot, but not the stove. If you're wanting to cook for more than one person, it's gonna be kind of time consuming. If ya got the time, it's no problem. You might want to look into the GSI Halulite Microdualist cook set for more than one person. No stove, but excellent pot set. Hope this helps.

Here is the link to the microdualist: http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/GSI-Outdoors-Halulite-Microdualist-Cookset/GSI0160M.html

I usually replace the laces in all my boots and trail shoes with 550 paracord. The color selection is endless, some even having 3M reflective material woven into the cord, which is visible from 500 ft in headlight or high-powered led spot. Just search for 550 paracord on ebay, it's usually a couple of bucks for 30-50 ft.

The replacement part is not listed on Stanley's website, however you could probably obtain one by contacting Stanley's Consumer inquiries and warranty support:
phone: 1-800-251-4535
email: info@stanley-pmi.com

LMAO. How could anyone think that a single pack could be worth $800?? Packs are typically overpriced to begin with but this is NUTS!!

You need to measure your torso (from the bas of your neck to your waistline)- but you'll probably be better off with the women's version. The pack does compact in to a day pack of sorts, but it's not the easiest thing to do and looks a bit silly. Also, having all this room (5500 ci) kind of encourages you to bring more gear than you really need, so unless you're going to use it for a week or more, it might be overkill.

Actually, it's closer to 7 pounds (6 lbs, 14 oz). While this is an extremely durable pack, and will hold up to some pretty severe conditions- there are several lighter options that have the same capacity and more. One option you may want to check out is the GoLite Odyssey at 3 lbs, 8 oz and a 5500 ci carry capacity. http://www.backcountry.com/store/GOL0316/GoLite-Odyssey-Pack-5500cu-in.html

You may want to contact Ruff Wear for that one... although they'll prolly say no for liability reasons:)

Yes, this pack would work decent for that, but you may want to consider just a little bit more room. The GoLite Odyssey, at 5500-5800 ci. would be a fine choice, and only weighs 3.5 pounds.

No, when they say 50+10, they mean the pack can be expanded/ compressed from 50 to 60 liters.

Most likely. As long as your torso is under 20 inches you will be fine. To measure your torso, measure from the base of your neck (run your fingers down your neck and the first vertebrae you feel is where you need to start measuring) to the middle of your waistline. Measure a few times until you consistently get the same number to ensure accuracy. BTW... this same pack is 90 bucks on cabela's website.

If you have a small face, then no, they would look fine. I tried them on and they looked like little kids glasses on me... but my head is the size of a watermelon. Style-wise they are unisex though.

I just bought the Guyot designs splashguard from Sierra Trading Post. It was only a few bucks, but since it is discontinued the only styles left have some silly printing on them (I settled for an alien head on mine).

It would be the perfect pack for a month long trip in Europe. You will be hard-pressed to find another pack that holds as much gear at this weight in this price range.