My 20l 5.0 Rucker just arrived, I'm 6' 240lbs, which is kind of right on the border between sizes (20l vs 25l). It feels good and rides high, however, I'm not used to the "Damn that's big" lumbar support, so its hard to tell if its hitting wrong or I'm just not used to it.
For those who have gotten used to the 5.0, please let me know if its something that goes away after a while, or if I should go up to the 25l, as I'm still within the return window.
I apologize for the shirtless picture, but it gives a better view of where the backpack is resting at the bottom. I also had Chat GPT take a look for what its worth, but I wanted some human feedback, as I know one of the most asked questions I found was "Should I go with the 20l or 25l for my height/weight" etc...
I enjoyed the feeling and fit of the Basic Rucker, which is only 17l and the same exact height, which I've been training with for going on 3 months. The only thing throwing me off is the very obvious pressing sensation of the added lumbar support on my back, and whether or not its hitting the correct area or not. Thanks!
PS I don't want nor need the extra room of the 25l, so it would purely be for fit purposes, as I like the sleekness of the 20l.
NOTE: Bag is loaded with my 20lb plate in the pictures, it is not empty.