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Kelty Yukon 48 External Frame Pack

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The Kelty Yukon 48 external frame pack is perfect for scouts, young teens and adults with short torsos. It sports an adjustable suspension that grows with young hikers.

  • Ventilated back panel, hipbelt and shoulder straps help keep backpackers cool and comfortable while evenly distributing the load
  • Dual-density foam hipbelt and padded shoulder straps provide cushioned comfort for the long haul
  • Belt stabilizers and an adjustable sternum strap help stabilize the load
  • Pulleylike Scherer Cinch™ system allows you to easily personalize the hipbelt's fit
  • Top-loading main compartment with spindrift collar and zippered sleeping bag compartment with heavy-duty zipper are sized just right for weekend backpacking adventures
  • Hydration sleeve holds a reservoir (sold separately)
  • Zippered side pockets, mesh water bottle pockets and front pocket organize essentials; ice axe loop and daisy chain let you lash gear to the outside of the pack
  • The Kelty Yukon 48 external frame pack is made of tough, 420-denier polyester and reinforced with 420-denier oxford polyester

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Kelty Yukon 48 External Frame Pack Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Backpacking
External
Deluxe backpack
No
48 / 49 liters
2,900 / 3,000 cubic inches
4 lbs. 13 oz. / 4 lbs. 14 oz.
2.18 / 2.21 kilograms
Yes
13 - 19 / 16 - 21 inches
30 - 50 / 30 - 50 inches
Ripstop and oxford polyester
Aluminum alloy
Yes
Top
Top/front
7 + 2 main compartments
Yes
No
Unisex
4 lbs. 13 oz. / 4 lbs. 14 oz.
2.2 / 2.2 kilograms
Frame type
Backpack style
Ultralight
Gear capacity (L)
Gear capacity (cu. in.)
Weight
Weight - metric
Adjustable torso
Fits torso
Fits waist/hips
Material(s)
Frame material
Suspended mesh back panel
Pack loading
Pack access
Number of exterior pockets
Sleeping bag compartment
Raincover included
Gender
Average weight
Average weight - metric

Kelty Yukon 48 External Frame Pack Customer Reviews

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2.0

Even Small Size Is Too Large

By John Dad

from Honolulu, HI

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Pros

  • Good Suspension

Cons

  • Bulky
  • Hip belt TOO LARGE

Best Uses

    Comments about Kelty Yukon 48 External Frame Pack:

    I bought this pack for my 12 year old son since I had an external frame pack growing up and always preferred them. The biggest problem is that even the small version is way oversized for a thin child. I failed to read the specs that indicate the hip belt is sized for 30 inches at the smallest. Although the torso length might fit a larger 12 year old, unless your child is very big in the waist and hips, this pack will not fit well. Lesson learned, look at all the specs.

    We've now decided to go with an internal frame pack from REI. The sizes and ages listed for their packs are a more accurate description.

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    4.0

    Great Backpack!

    By BeefyDan

    from Arizona

    About Me Avid Adventurer

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    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • durable
    • Easy To Load
    • Good padding

    Cons

    • Not enough straps

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking

    Comments about Kelty Yukon 48 External Frame Pack:

    I have had one of these Backpacks since I was fifteen years old. I received it as a gift from my dad when I wore out his old Texasport pack as a young Boyscout. I have used this Backpack on hundreds of excursions from overnight to multi-day trips. This Backpack has seen many trail miles in places that are notorious for destroying equipment. This pack has gotten me through tough hikes in California's deserts (Death Valley several times) and Arizona's deserts (I currently live in Northern Arizona). I have yet to have a zipper malfunction, a seam tear, or any noticeable fabric deterioration. The simple layout of the main pockets doesn't make for much in the way of accessibility, but it holds plenty of gear. The top flap and fabric make for pretty good water resistance. It kept all of my gear dry for an entire round trip through Supai, to the Colorado river and back, despite multiple unintended dunks in the drink. As I am beginning to take longer, and harder excursions, I have exceeded the smallish capacity of this pack much of the time, but I still use it as my primary on short trips, or overnighters. Great for teens.

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