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Why We Like It

Achieving fluid motion takes more than counting ounces. The just-launched ultralight Octal 45 combines weight-saving design with exceptional fit and load management to give you a low base pack weight along with mileage-crushing efficiency. Thoughtful trail features, a comfortable carry, and a custom fitted rain cover (see the top pocket) let you focus on the journey, not your backpack.

Octal 45

Features

We think an ultralight pack with proper support and essential features provides a better experience—more efficient and much more enjoyable—than hyper-minimalist stuff sack with zero structure. The difference shows the morning after a 15-mile day, when the Octal 45 proves that comfort is one trail essential you can’t live without.

  • AeroSpan suspension with EVAP moisture wicking shallow-depth ventilated back panel
  • Ventilated, dual-density FocusForm shoulder harness and extra supportive hip belts with targeted comfort zones
  • Leaf-Spring Lumbar pad for comfortable, energy-saving load transfer
  • Ultra-light 7001 aluminum perimeter frame with Anti-barreling support
  • Included custom fitted rain cover stows in the top pocket for quick access in unexpected showers
  • Removable top zippered pocket to shed ounces and swap-in included ultra-light weather flap to stay protected (stows in top pocket)
  • Sunglass QuickStow system on shoulder harness for quick, secure and scratch-free access to your shades without taking the pack off 
  • Quick access on-the-go water bottle stow access on both the right and left sides
  • Over sized, durable front stretch mesh pocket for quick access organization
  • Dual zippered hip belt pockets provide secure, easy to access storage 
  • Dual stretch mesh side pockets with Large capacity for bottles, camp sandals, trekking poles 
  • Dual adjustable attachment loops and upper shock locks for trekking poles or ice axes
  • Ultra-light V-Compression system on side and bottom of bags
  • Lower side compression pass-through on side pocket for over/under option
  • Gear attachment points on top pocket and main body

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