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I totally understand where your coming from and agree, new does not mean better; cool does not mean you need it. I learned that the hard way, under the weight of a pack. Now I carry a very small med pack(m-9), and if I require anything larger I just pack an assault pack with what I need.

I do like to keep and eye on the market and see whats new. If I like it, pick one up test it out; if its in some way better than what I'm using now I switch.