Hey that G4 uses the same kind of Z-lite suspension as the Traveler, but weighs 10 ounces less, and costs $55 less. How much weight do you carry in it? Does it stay snug to your body regardless of the terrain you're walking? The G4 was the first bag that interested me in my perusal of bags. That would put me at 12 pounds without food or water. I like that.

I figured to carry a Bic with me in my pocket, didn't list stuff I would carry on my body.

Thanks for the tips again. I'll check into the A-GG pot and the REI $2 cup and the filter. I honestly thought my filter would be lighter than anyone else's. ha! Silly me. I will take you up on the whistle if my new bag doesn't come with one.