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Theorem 30L Backpack
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
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Product Breakdown
The Gregory Zulu 30L Backpack is perfect for all-day hikes and overnight adventures. Comfortable and durable, it includes multiple pockets for organization and a rain cover for unexpected weather.
Deep Dive
Why We Like The Gregory Zulu 30L Backpack
The Gregory Zulu 30 Backpack is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy challenging all-day hikes, cold weather day hikes, or ultralight overnight adventures. It offers exceptional comfort with its open-air back panel that allows for proper ventilation, a comfort cradle hip belt for added support, and a free float suspension system that moves and adapts to your body's movements, preventing discomfort from rubbing, hot spots, and blisters.
This backpack is the smallest in the Zulu series and has a 30-liter capacity, making it ideal for long hikes or quick overnight trips. It features six external pockets and one internal security pocket, providing ample space to organize and easily access essentials such as water bottles, maps, electronics, lip balm, and snacks.
The Zulu backpack is hydration-compatible and comes with a fitted rain cover that is conveniently stored in a zippered pocket, ensuring you are prepared for unexpected showers.
Key Features:
If you are looking for the equivalent women's day pack, check out the Gregory Jade.
Specs
Material: [face fabric] 210D nylon, [bottom] 420D nylon, [lining] 135D polyester
Volume: 28L (1709cu in)
Support/Suspension: perimeter wire, fiberglass, EVA foam
Shoulder Straps: padded, adjustable
Waist Belt: fixed
Hydration Compatible: yes
Reservoir Included: no
Access: top, U-Zip front panel
Pockets: [external] 1 zippered top, 2 mesh bottle, 1 buckle-closure mesh, 1 zippered front, [internal] 1 zippered security
Ice Axe Carry: shockcords
Trekking Pole Carry: shockcords
Compression: 2 side straps
Rain Cover: included
Weight Capacity: 35lb
Dimensions: 21 x 12.25 x 10in
Claimed Weight: 2lb 10oz
Activity: hiking
Manufacturer Warranty: limited lifetime
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