The Miwok 18 is the only backpack of its size that has a true waist belt, not just a thin strap. I love this pack and if I lost it tomorrow I'd buy another right away. What better endorsement?
blueklisterTo be pedantic, it's a hip strap (rides on the hip bones when weighted) not a waist strap (that tightens across the waist and keeps the pack from bouncing).
Hip straps are better.
Hip straps are better.