Honestly, I’d love to see EXO do better in a (whitetail) day pack (for 2024).
The ‘2023 2200 pack is out there already. If it works well as you suggest, then…problem solved. But it’s not exactly working for me so far. However, the lightweight frame seems pretty legit.
TBH, even a Tethrd FAS pack can handle a ROS and gear hanger and ONE stick. Far cheaper packs can as well. Need a mountaineering frame and bag and a lid to do that? Many will answer that mail.
The whole shebang of the 2200 over K3 1800 is the top pocket design…and you’re adding a lid atop that? Meh. I think a more specific design would do better. Idk, but the 2200 is not one of my favorite designs.
Some basic dimensional redistribution would make a much better pack, imo, for a 2200 for 2024.