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Granite Gear Virga Backpack
One of the most revered thru-hiking packs, the Virga has now been around for “decades” and continues to undergo revisions. Remarkably, its weight remains incredibly low by using a simple…
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Gregory Optic Backpack
There aren’t many Gregory packs we recommend, but it’s nice to see that this famous pack maker enters the lightweight pack category with an aesthetically clean and streamlined internal frame…
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Gregory Octal Backpack
There aren’t many Gregory packs we recommend, but it’s nice to see that this famous pack maker enters the lightweight pack category with an aesthetically clean and streamlined internal frame…
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LiteAF Curve Backpack
LiteAF is a small cottage manufacturer that makes very clean, functional, and customizable frameless packs for ultralight hikers. The Curve series has a classic design and offers a number of…
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REI Flash Backpack
One of the most modular and versatile pack systems available. REI Flash Backpacks are made with high-quality fabrics and have an internal frame best suited for loads of less than…
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ZPacks Arc Scout Backpack
If you have a short torso, it’s hard to fit into most ultralight packs. The ZPacks Arc Scout addresses this issue, while still retaining the functional comfort of the Arc…
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ZPacks Arc Blast Backpack
A smaller-volume ZPacks’ Arc-series pack, unique for its curved frame that keeps the pack away from your back for better air movement and less sweating. The ZPacks Arc Blast pack…
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ZPacks Arc Haul Backpack
One of the larger volume ZPacks’ Arc-series pack, unique for its curved frame that keeps the pack away from your back for better air movement and less sweating.
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Gossamer Gear G4-20 Backpack
A larger volume frameless backpack for those who aren’t carrying tiny ultralight kits, but still want the soft feel that comes with having no rigid suspension components. To get the…
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ZPacks Arc Haul Zip Backpack
Unique for its zippered front-loading panel to give you fast access to gear anywhere in your pack. This allows you to pack for optimal weight distribution rather than optimum accessibility.
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Porter Backpack
The simplest pack in the HMG line, the Porter is a favorite among alpinists and packrafters. Stripped down to the bare essentials – just a packbag with outside daisy chain…
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ZPacks Nero Backpack
A frameless pack for those with ultralight gear kits. Skilled AT/PCT thru-hikers can use this pack, but for the rest of us, it’s best for shorter trips.
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest Backpack
With more durable outside pockets than the Windrider, the HMG Southwest is ideal for bushwhacking and rock scrambling.
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ZPacks Sub-Nero Backpack
Small and stripped down, the Sub-Nero is a pack best suited for the skilled and committed ultralight hiker with a compact gear kit.
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Seek Outside Gila Backpack
The 3500 ci (57 L) Gila is a nearly waterproof load hauler suitable for 30-50 pound loads.
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Seek Outside Divide Backpack
The 4800 ci (79 L) Divide is a nearly waterproof load hauler suitable for 30-50 pound loads.
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Seek Outside Unaweep Backpack
Versatility is the hallmark feature of the Unaweep. It’s a 4800 ci (79 L) load-hauler suitable for heavy pack weights. It comes with Seek Outside’s interchangeable Talon compression system that…
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ULA Ohm Backpack
ULA’s smallest internal frame pack. Great for those with small (or more dense) kits who don’t want to go frameless.
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