Emergency Essentials Large Backpack

Emergency Essentials Large Backpack Review

Emergency Essentials Large Backpack Feature

• Measures 17" x 12.5" x 6.5"
• Headphone port
• Water bottle and cell phone pouches
• zippered key ring pouch

When you need a personal-sized pack for creating a custom 72-hour kit, this backpack is a great choice. This medium-sized pack measures 17" x 12.5" x 6.5" and is a great size for almost any member of the family. The pack includes a water bottle pouch, cell phone pouch, and pen and pencil pouches, as well as an accessory zippered keyring pouch for making small items such as keys and change easily accesible. The pack features a padded back and shoulder straps and a generous fromt zippered pocket.

JanSport All Nighter Classics Series Daypack

JanSport All Nighter Classics Series Daypack Review

JanSport All Nighter Classics Series Daypack Feature

• Ergonomic s-curve shoulder straps
• One large main compartment
• Padded sleeve fits 15 laptop
• Large front pocket with tricot-lined, padded organizer
• Fully padded back panel for cushioning comfort

JanSport All Nighter Classics Series Daypack

TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Internal Frame Backpack

TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Internal Frame Backpack Review

TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Internal Frame Backpack Feature

• Rugged, internal frame backpack with 4,000 cubic inch capacity; weighs 5 pounds
• Dual aluminum stays adjust to the contour of your back
• Padded shoulder straps, padded waist belts and padded lumbar area for maximum comfort; Airflow system to reduce heat
• Full length adjustable torso and adjustable shoulder straps for a more comfortable fit
• Separate sleeping bag compartment

The Explorer 4000 is packed with features normally found only on more expensive backpacks such as a full-length adjustable torso that allows this pack to be adjusted for those 5 feet, 1 inch tall all the way up to 6 feet, 4 inches tall. The padded back and airflow system provides padding in the perfect spots while allowing substantial airflow to prevent your back from getting too hot. Its contoured shoulder, lumbar, and hip pads help ensure a comfortable trip. The Explorer 4000 also features a padded water bladder pocket for your favorite water bladder up to 3 liters in size. Side zippered pockets, mesh pockets, and a top zippered pocket provide plenty of room for smaller accessories. There's even two spots for walking sticks. A top-loading main compartment and a sleeping bag compartment complete the pack. Includes bright yellow attached rain fly and is hydration system ready.

Features:

• Rugged, internal frame backpack with 4,000 cubic inch capacity
• Dual aluminum stays adjust to the contour of your back
• Full-length adjustable torso and adjustable shoulder straps for a more comfortable fit
• Padded shoulder straps, padded waist belts and padded lumbar area for maximum comfort, with airflow system to reduce heat
• Separate sleeping bag compartment
• Includes a bright yellow attached rainfly and is hydration system ready
• Height-adjustment shoulder straps accommodate a wide range of torso lengths

Specifications:

• Capacity: 4,000 cubic inches
• Dimensions: 34 by 18 by 12 inches (full capacity)
• Pack Weight: 5 lbs
• Shell: 600D Diamond Ripstop

The Explorer 4000 is packed with features normally found only on more expensive backpacks. A full length adjustable torso allows this pack to be adjusted for those 5'1" all the way up to 6'4". The padded back and airflow system provides padding in the perfect spots while allowing substantial airflow to prevent your back from getting too hot. Its contoured shoulder, lumbar, and hip pads help ensure a comfortable trip. The Explorer4000 also features a padded water bladder pocket for your favorite water bladder up to 3 liters in size. Side zippered pockets, mesh pockets, and a top zippered pocket provide plenty of room for smaller accessories. There's even two spots for walking sticks. A top-loading main compartment and a sleeping bag compartment complete the pack. Includes bright yellow attached rain fly and is hydration system ready.

TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack (Mecca Orange)

TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack (Mecca Orange) Review

TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack (Mecca Orange) Feature

• Youth and light backpacker frame pack features adjustable height shoulder straps, stowable integrated rainfly, and padded water bladder pocket
• Two side zippered pockets, side and front mesh pockets, and top zippered pocket provide plenty of room for smaller accessories
• Top-loading main compartment and sleeping bag compartment
• Dual aluminum stays adjust to contours of your back; padded shoulder straps, lumbar area, and waist belt ensure optimum comfort
• Measures 17-by-33-by-12 inches (W x H x D); 3,400-cubic-inch (55-liter) cargo capacity; 4.5-pound weight

An integrated rain cover stows into a cleverly concealed, zippered compartment.

The Teton Sports Scout 3400 is sized for youth and light backpackers. It features adjustable height shoulder straps, an integrated rainfly that stows into a cleverly concealed zipper compartment, and a padded water bladder pocket. Two side zippered pockets, side and front mesh pockets, and a top zippered pocket provide plenty of room for smaller accessories. A top-loading main compartment and a sleeping bag compartment complete the pack.

The 4.5-pound pack offers 3,400 cubic inches of cargo space. Dual aluminum stays that adjust to the contours of your back, as well as padded shoulder straps, lumbar area, and waist belt ensure optimum comfort, even on long treks.

Specifications

• Measures 17-by-33-by-12 inches (W x H x D)
• 3,400-cubic-inch (55-liter) cargo capacity
• 4.5-pound weight
• Shell made of 600-denier diamond ripstop material

The Wilderness55/Scout3400 is perfectly sized for youth and the light backpacker. Complete with adjustable height shoulder straps, a rainfly compartment and rainfly, the Wilderness55/Scout3400 also features a padded water bladder pocket. Two side zippered pockets, side and front mesh pockets, and a top zippered pocket provide plenty of room for smaller accessories. A top-loading main compartment and a sleeping bag compartment complete the pack. Includes bright yellow attached rain fly and is hydration system ready.

Osprey Comet Backpack

Osprey Comet Backpack Review

Osprey Comet Backpack Feature

• Versatile daypack with 1,700 cubic inches of storage space
• Elastic laptop sleeve with padded base (holds 15.4-inch laptops)
• Front stash pocket with mini organizer; MP3 pocket
• Sewn-in spacer mesh harness with Airspace back panel
• 2 side stretch mesh pockets; weighs 1 pound 14 ounces

Blending a variety of useful features with a stylish design, the Osprey Comet daypack is an ideal choice for your active urban or trail adventures. The Comet offers 1,700 cubic inches of storage, with several specially designed pockets and sleeves for your daily gear, including an elastic laptop sleeve with a padded base (holds laptops up to 15.4 inches), an MP3 pocket, a front stash pocket with a mini organizer, and two side stretch mesh pockets. The pack also holds select trail gear thanks to its single ice axe loop and its pair of haul loops, which you can use to carry trail ropes, chalk bags, and other items. And comfort is always a concern on the trail, which is why the Comet includes a sewn-in spacer mesh harness with an Airscape back panel and a removable 20mm waist belt.

Other details include a sternum strap with a whistle buckle, a side-zip front panel pocket, a full-length side pocket, a panel loader, a document sleeve, a front grab handle, and a padded carrying handle. The Comet weighs 1 pound 14 ounces without gear.

About Osprey
Things at Osprey move full circle, starting with the people, then the product, and then back to the people for the full lifetime of the product. Headquartered in Cortez, Colorado, in the southwest part of the state, the company is nestled at the corner of the rugged San Juan Mountains and on the edge of vast sandstone canyon country. This landscape provides the Osprey staff with constant inspiration and a superb testing ground for the company's packs. The remainder of the company--including Osprey founder and head designer Mike Pfotenhauer--resides in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. In HCM City, surrounded by heat, endless bustle, and vibrant energy, Osprey designs and builds its packs to exacting standards. Living in HCM City provides many benefits, including the ability to create face-to-face relationships with the factories that build its packs, ensure fair labor standards, and soak up the design inspiration of a cosmopolitan city.

Active everyday Urban or trail pack features sewn-in spacer mesh harness, Airscape backpanel, 2x side stretch mesh pockets, side zip front panel pocket, front grab handle, and 2x haul loops. Volume: 1700 c.i./28 liters, Weight: 1 lbs. 14 oz/0.86 kg

5.11 Rush 72 Back Pack

5.11 Rush 72 Back Pack Review

5.11 Rush 72 Back Pack Feature

• Large, external shove-it pocket, Top exterior crescent-shaped organization pocket, two exterior, side, gusseted zippered pockets
• 1050D nylon with water-repellent PUx2 coating on main body, 210D 118T water-repellent PUx2 coating on inside pocket flaps and pocket bags
• Closed-cell foam back padded hydration pocket with two back-to-back zippered pull tabs
• Top, quick-access non-scratching fleece-lined sunglass pocket
• Generous web-platform on three sides with additional attachment points

Full-size day pack with 23"H x 13.5"L x 8.5"D (2,639 cu in.) main compartment and numerous smaller individual pockets and pouches, several with zipper closures

Military Inspired Backpack Canvas Sling Bag Daypack Brown

Military Inspired Backpack Canvas Sling Bag Daypack Brown Review

Military Inspired Backpack Canvas Sling Bag Daypack Brown Feature

• Made from heavy duty durable canvas
• The overall dimensions: 19"(H) x 14" (W) x 6.5"(D). Front compartment: 12.5" X 11"
• 5 zippered compartments and pockets, 1 Velcro pocket.
• Adjustable padded shoulder straps for carrying comfort.
• Color:Brown

This is the larger version and maybe the largest version of this kind of sling bags. The dimension is approximately 19"H x 14" W x 6.5"D ( Not include the strap). The front larger compartment is 12.5" X 11". This military-inspired daypack is fashionable as it is functional. Traveling, hiking, camping or hunting, bring this fashionable pack wherever you go-Made from durable sturdy canvas. -5 zippered compartments and pockets, -1 Velcro pocket. -Adjustable padded shoulder straps for carrying comfort. -Color: Brown.

Foldable Traveling Backpack

Foldable Traveling Backpack Review

Foldable Traveling Backpack Feature

• Durable water proof material.
• Dimensions: 19.3"H x 11.4"W x 3.9"D

This Foldable Traveling Backpack durable, compact and convenient. Opens to be a large backpack with large storage space that closes to be a tiny pouch for easy carrying.

Mil-Tec Military Army Patrol Molle Assault Pack Tactical Combat Rucksack Backpack Bag 50L Black

Mil-Tec Military Army Patrol Molle Assault Pack Tactical Combat Rucksack Backpack Bag 50L Black Review

Mil-Tec Military Army Patrol Molle Assault Pack Tactical Combat Rucksack Backpack Bag 50L Black Feature

• Capacity: 50L; Dimensions: approx. 51x29x28cm (20.1"x11.4"x11.1")
• Built-in Velcro pocket for a hydro pack
• 2 separate main compartments; 2 front pockets
• Various MOLLE attachment points; Loops and D-rings on shoulder straps
• Material: 600D polyester, PVC coated; Weight: 1400g

This heavy duty and water-resistant 50 liters assault pack features 2 large compartments with various zip and mesh inner pockets and 2 small front pockets (one with organizer), as well as a built-in Velcro pocket for a hydro pack. All compartments are closed with sturdy 2-way zippers. Ergonomically designed shoulder straps are padded, about 5cm wide and adjustable in length. Moreover the pack goes with a padded back and an adjustable waist strap opened with a clip.

The pack allows for volume control and baggage fixation thanks to a number of a lateral compression straps and gives a possibility to attached additional equipment through a number of robust nylon MOLLE straps all-round, and loops and D-rings on shoulder straps.

The pack offers a great amount of carrying space and is perfect for military as well as camping and hiking.

* Capacity: 50L
* 2 separate compartments
* 2 front pockets
* All pockets with a 2-way zipper
* Built-in Velcro pocket for a hydro pack
* Adjustable padded shoulder straps
* Padded back
* Adjustable hip belt
* Lateral compression straps
* Various MOLLE attachment points
* Loops and D-rings on shoulder straps
* Material: 600D polyester, PVC coated
* Dimensions: approx. 51x29x28cm
* Weight: 1400g
* Water-resistant
* Manufacturer: Mil-Tec
* The best in fashion and comfort
* Finished to high standard
* Brand new, never worn, high quality product in Mint Condition!
* Extremely Durable army product
* Retail Price .00

3200 Cubic Inch K-cliffs Moderate Hiker Internal Frame Backpack, Maroon/grey

3200 Cubic Inch K-cliffs Moderate Hiker Internal Frame Backpack, Maroon/grey Review

3200 Cubic Inch K-cliffs Moderate Hiker Internal Frame Backpack, Maroon/grey Feature

• Mesh pocket on both side.
• Double zipper front pocket for Hydration pouch.
• Two draw straps in front which allow for expansion.
• Zippered storage top flap / pocket for easy access.
• Contain 2 internal aluminium frame.

Great size for hiking and camping. Size: 25.5" x 17.5" x 6"

Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon-II Backpack

Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon-II Backpack Review

Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon-II Backpack Feature

• Dimension: 18"(H) x 9.5"(W) x 5.5"(D) Main Compartment
• 12"(H) x 7.5"(W) x 2.75"(D) Front Pouch
• 12"(H) x 7.5"(W) Slip Pocket
• Capacity: 1400 cu. in. / 23 liters

Hydration: Two side pouches for 1L Nalgene

Fantasybag Urban sport sling pack-Grey,SB-6826

Fantasybag Urban sport sling pack-Grey,SB-6826 Review

Fantasybag Urban sport sling pack-Grey,SB-6826 Feature

• polyester with PVC backing
• Diagonal Dual zippered opening to main compartment
• Diagonal Dual zippered front pocket.One opened elastic mesh pocket.
• Zippered 'IPOD" pocket with earport. Extra zipper side pocket with inside mesh opened pocket
• One zippered cellular phone holder and pen loop pocket on the self fabric back strap

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High Sierra 2230-Cubic Inches Scrimmage Daypack

High Sierra 2230-Cubic Inches Scrimmage Daypack Review

High Sierra 2230-Cubic Inches Scrimmage Daypack Feature

• Large, multi-compartment design; two, large gusseted side mesh pockets hold a beverage or extra gear
• Cushion Zone padded computer sleeve with framesheet fits 17-inch laptops; organizer compartment with pockets and key fob
• Adjustable size compression straps; front zippered accessory pocket; core padded back panel; convenient grab handle
• S-Shaped, Vapel? mesh padded shoulder straps with Suspension System and integrated media/cell phone pocket
• 19.25 by 13.5 by 9.5 inches (L x W x D); 2230 cubic inches

With its large multi-compartment design, zippered front pocket for quick-access items, and padded computer compartment large enough to hold a 17-inch laptop, the Scrimmage Daypack gives you lots of easy ways to get to your gear. Yolk-style mesh Airflow padded shoulder straps with Suspension System deliver long-haul comfort while a core organizer with a mesh pocket, pen pockets, and a key fob put everything in its place.

Features:

• Large multi-compartment design
• Separate Cushion Zone padded computer compartment with framesheet for structure
• Fits laptops up to 17 inches
• Deluxe organizer with mesh pocket, pen pockets, and key fob
• Two large gusseted mesh side pockets hold a beverage or other gear
• Adjustable side compression straps
• Large front pocket holds accessories
• Yolk-style shoulder straps have comfortable Vapel mesh Airflow padding with Collar Comfort edge
• Open mesh shoulder strap cell phone/media pocket
• Comfortable padded back panel

Specifications:

• Size: 19.25 by 13.5 by 9.5 inches (L x W x H)
• Capacity: 2230 cubic inches
• Materials: Tall Hex Ripstop, Shiny Mini-Waffle Weave

Roll with it. A large front, load main compartment stores books securely, while a zippered front accessory pocket to holds everything from tunes to ID cards. Smooth, sweeping lines, contemporary styling, and sleek curves make Curve anything but ordinary.

High Sierra Access Daypack

High Sierra Access Daypack Review

High Sierra Access Daypack Feature

• Multi-compartment design; Cushion Zone padded computer sleeve holds most 17-inch laptops
• Tuck-away rain cover; side mesh beverage compartment; premium multi-pocket organizer; easy access deluxe media pocket
• S-shaped, Vapel? mesh Airflow? padded shoulder straps with Suspension System, adjustable sternum strap, and removable media/cell phone pocket.
• Vapel? mesh padded grab handle and back panel with tuck-away waist belt; adjustable side compression straps
• 20 by 15 by 9.5 inches (L x W x D); 2743 cubic inches

Keep your cargo close at hand with the Access Daypack. With plenty of compartments and lots of easy ways to get to your gear, this handy and versatile pack will keep you on the move. It holds a 17-inch laptop in a padded Cushion Zone computer sleeve with back access and has a tuck-away rain cover.

Features:

• Multi-compartment design
• Padded Cushion Zone computer sleeve
• Fits laptops up to 17 inches
• Front compartment with convenient side access zipper
• Tuck-away rain cover
• Mesh beverage compartment on the side
• Premium multi-pocket organizer with removable key fob
• Easy access deluxe media pocket, with headphone port, holds various sizes of cell phones, PDA's and MP3 players
• S-style shoulder straps have comfortable Vapel mesh Airflow padding with Collar Comfort edge
• Adjustable side compression straps secure heavy loads

Specifications:

• Size: 19.25 by 13.5 by 9.25 inches (L x W x H)
• Capacity: 24600 cubic inches
• Materials: Grid-Weave Duralite, Shiny Waffle Weave

Roll with it. A large front, load main compartment stores books securely, while a zippered front accessory pocket to holds everything from tunes to ID cards. Smooth, sweeping lines, contemporary styling, and sleek curves make Curve anything but ordinary.

High Sierra Loop Backpack

High Sierra Loop Backpack Review

High Sierra Loop Backpack Feature

• Sporty, modern daypack with large multi-compartment design
• Yoke-style, S-shaped shoulder straps with thumb ring adjuster pulls
• Zippered CD/MP3 player pocket with headphone port; hanging accessory pocket
• Monster hook with bottom straps for attaching additional gear
• 2 Side mesh beverage pockets; 2,332.69-cubic-inch capacity

Offering a sporty, modern style, the High Sierra Loop is a great choice for student athletes or heading to the gym after work. The large, multi-compartment design offers a zippered CD/MP3 player pocket with headphone port and an interior organizer with zippered mesh pocket, pen pockets, and removable key fob. It also includes a hanging accessory pocket, a monster hook with bottom straps for more gear, and two side mesh water bottle pockets. The yoke-style, S-shaped shoulder straps offer thumb ring adjuster pulls and a cell phone pocket, and they feature ventilated Vapel mesh to keep you cool and a suspension strap to take the strain of heavy cargo off your back.

• Material: Mini-Hexagon Ripstop, Waffle Weave, 600-denier Duralite
• Overall measurement: 19.5 by 14.5 by 8.25 inches
• Capacity: 1949 cubic inches
• Weight: 2 pounds

About High Sierra
For over 25 years, High Sierra Sport Company has strived to provide the bags you need at a price you can afford. Specializing in adventure travel, High Sierra's dedication to function, design, and quality shines in each product. From athletes and outdoor enthusiasts, to students, travelers, and professionals, High Sierra's versatile, innovative products are sure to fit your needs. High Sierra Sport Company is the official supplier of bags to the U.S. Ski and Snowboarding teams, and its memberships include the Outdoor Industry Association and Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (SGMA).

Founded in 1979 as H. Bernbaum Import & Export Company by Harry Bernbaum and Hank Bernbaum, High Sierra Sport Company has grown to become one of the largest outdoor companies in the United States. Today, High Sierra Sport Company employs 40 people and distributes and sells to more than 1,500 retailers and 2,250 corporate accounts worldwide.

With athletic style, big, multi-compartment design, monster hook and bottom straps to attach sporting equipment and lots more, Loop has the features to handle it all, from a weekend camping trip to a trip to the gym.

TETON Sports Fox 5200 Internal Frame Backpack

TETON Sports Fox 5200 Internal Frame Backpack Review

TETON Sports Fox 5200 Internal Frame Backpack Feature

• Rugged internal frame backpack with a capacity of 5,187 cubic inches or 85 liters
• Dual aluminum stays with contoured shoulder, lumbar, and hip pads
• Height-adjustable shoulder straps accommodate a wide range of torso lengths
• Top-loading main compartment, sleeping bag compartment, and two hideaway side pockets
• Attached rainfly; compatible with most hydration systems; weighs 5.5 pounds empty

The Teton Fox 75+10L internal frame backpack is a great fit for the serious hiker. Comfort-wise, the Fox is outfitted with dual aluminum stays that adjust to the shape of your back, along with contoured shoulder, lumbar, and hip pads. In addition, the height of the shoulder straps is adjustable, helping the pack accommodate a wide range of torso lengths. The upshot is a comfortable, ergonomic pack that won't put undue stress on your back and shoulders even after a full day of hiking.

On the interior, the 5,187-cubic-inch pack holds all your gear in its top-loading main compartment, expandable front section, and unique sleeping bag compartment. Meanwhile, hikers looking for an easy place to access their first-aid kits and mini flashlights will delight in the pair of hideaway side pockets. The design concludes with an attached rain fly that keeps your gear dry and is compatible with separately sold hydration systems.

An attached rain fly will keep your gear dry in unexpected wet weather.

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Finding the Right Backpack
For extended trips into the backcountry, there's no getting around the fact that you'll have to carry life-sustaining supplies on your back. Here are some things to keep in mind when shopping for a backpack:

Internal vs. External
Up until late 1970's, external frame packs--which consist of an exposed, lightweight metal frame attached to a fabric pack-bag--were the only thing going. In recent years, though, packs that place the support structure of the pack inside the pack, known as internal frame packs, have boomed in popularity.

The good news about internal frame packs is that they hold the weight of your load close to your body, making it easier to maintain your balance on uneven terrain. Meanwhile, internals provide stiffness and support, but they are not completely rigid, which makes them more flexible when you're doing active sports. With the added flexibility comes a high degree of compressibility, meaning you can use the pack's compression straps to cinch down your load and keep items from shifting and throwing you off balance. Internals also sport slimmer shapes that allow for more arm movement in all directions--another big plus for off-trail bushwhackers, skiers and climbers. Last but not least, internal frame packs offer a greater range of adjustability in the shoulder harness and hip-belt than external frame packs.

There are some negatives for internals. First, once packed, it can be difficult to grab needed items out of them quickly. And because internal frame packs consolidate the load into a single, body-hugging unit, proper packing is very important. To distribute the weight properly, you should pack your heaviest items close to your back and in the middle portion of the pack-bag. Plan on getting a sweaty back with an internal, too, given the fact that they are pressed right against you. Finally, internal frame packs are priced higher than external models.

External frame packs are very good at focusing the weight of a load directly to the right place: your load-loving hips. While internals, when properly packed, do this effectively, too, you can always rest assured that an external will distribute the load evenly, no matter how unevenly packed it may be. Externals also offer easy access to your gear via multiple, easily-accessible compartments. Plus, because externals don't situate the load directly against your back, you'll enjoy far more air flow. Finally, if you're on a budget, or you're buying for a growing child, externals are more affordable.

If you plan on hiking on easy to moderate trails and you don't need a lot of body movement, you'll probably be fine with an external. But because externals are so rigid and inflexible, challenging trails or any kind of off-trail pursuit can become painful and frustrating. Also know that your balance is far more compromised with an external frame pack during activities like stream crossings and hops through talus fields.

Packs for Shorter Trips
In addition to backpacks designed for overnight trips, rucksacks are great for day-trips, warm-weather one-nighters, single-day ski trips, or fast alpine assaults. Some rucksacks blur the line between backpack and rucksack with integrated internal supports and sophisticated hip belts and shoulder harnesses. Choose a pack in this category based on your intended use. Short day hikers don't need an internal frame, while climbers and skiers with heavier loads likely do.

Sizes and Capacities
Packs in the 3,000 cubic inches and lower category are good for day hikes or overnighters in warm weather with minimal gear. Packs in the 3,000 to 4,000 cubic inch range are good for one- or two-night trips in colder weather. If you're going to be out for up to three days, look for a pack in the sub-4,000 cubic inch range. Choose a pack with 5,000-6,000 cubic inches for week-long outings. And finally, for trips lasting a week or more, you'll need something in the 6,000-plus cubic inch category. Keep in mind, though, that bigger packs weigh more, and since every ounce counts, you'll want to choose a pack that offers just enough space for your outings and no more.

The Fox 75+10 is packed with features normally found only on more expensive backpacks. Equipped with a top-loading main compartment and a generous sleeping bag compartment, the Fox features two hide-away side pockets and an expandable front section. The shoulder strap height is adjustable, allowing this pack to accommodate a wider range of torso lengths. Its contoured shoulder, lumbar, and hip pads help ensure a comfortable trip. Includes attached rain fly and is hydration system ready.