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Terra 40L Backpack
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Product Breakdown
Get everything you need for overnight hikes with the ultralight Hyperlight Mountain Gear 2400 Southwest 40L Backpack. Comfortable, durable, and customizable, it features a roll-top closure, hydration sleeve, and compression straps.
Deep Dive
Why We Like The Hyperlight Mountain Gear 2400 Southwest 40L Backpack
When it comes to outdoor adventures, the Hyperlight Mountain Gear 2400 Southwest 40L Backpack is our top choice. Whether we are hiking down dry river beds, bushwhacking through dense scrub, or exploring slot canyons, this backpack is designed to store everything we need for a minimalist overnighter.
What sets this backpack apart is its impressive ultralight weight. Despite its feather-light construction, the Southwest backpack offers surprising comfort and durability, making it suitable for even the most grueling long hikes.
The advanced Dyneema Hardline suspension system of this backpack is a game-changer. With spacer mesh foam at the shoulder straps and waist belt, it provides excellent support and ensures optimum weight distribution. The supportive aluminum stays can also be easily removed to further reduce the load.
Key Features:
Specs
Material: Dyneema
Volume: 40L (2441cu in)
Support/Suspension: Dyneema Hardline, removable aluminum stays
Shoulder Straps: sewn-in spacer mesh, 3/8-inch foam
Waist Belt: yes, 1/8-inch foam, 3/8-inch foam, spacer mesh
Hydration Compatible: yes, internal sleeve, port
Access: roll-top
Pockets: 3 exterior, 2 zippered waist belt
Ice Axe Carry: yes
Compression: yes, top and sides
Dimensions: 10.5 x 30in
Claimed Weight: [white] 1lb 12oz, [black] 1lb 14oz
Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year
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