Macpac, a gear manufacturer from New Zealand mostly known for producing pretty much bombproof gear has released two new packs that break the mold somewhat and would be useful as UL packs.
The Amp 40 (880g/31oz, 41l/2500cu in) is designed as an adventure race pack/fastpacking pack with sufficient capacity for a few days gear and food. I’ve used the previous model Amp Race 40, which weighed 1.3kg, as a normal 2-3 day pack when the Golite Gust is too big and can vouch the 100d nylon fabric is pretty tough off track. The Amp 40 has an internal frame to assist with load carrying as well.
The Pursuit 40 pack is designed as a day/summit mountaineering pack (610g/21.5oz, 37l/2250cu in), but which has plenty of volume for UL gear and 2-3 days food. The pursuit has a removable bivy pad/frame and is made from 200D dyneema ripstop, which may may not be cutting edge for weight, but gives the pack some durability.
I’ll be checking some out in person once they’re in store, but that Golite Gust just won’t wear out, so purchasing one might have to wait a while.
