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$529.95 (m), $499.95 (w)

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Weight: 1640g, 48l (m) | 1550g, 45l (w) Best for: Above the snowline use and ease of access to gear. Overview This thoughtfully designed pack has an adjustable back length via the V-Trax carry system, and a harness padded with perforated thermoformed foam and ventilating mesh. Hydroshield-coated 330D and 600D polyester fabrics are used in the main […]
Mark Watson

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Mark Watson

Wilderness gear editor Mark Watson divides his workdays between graphic design, writing and photography. His passion for tramping, climbing, cycling and storytelling has taken him all over Aotearoa and the world in search of great trails, perfect moves and epic light. He has published four books and his photographs have featured in numerous publications. Especially motivated by long distance travel, he has tramped Te Araroa and cycled from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego.

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