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The lightweight Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL pack for women is designed for those looking for a great value in quality, durability, and comfort, all in a pack with a large torso-length fit range.

SL (Slimline) fit is specifically designed with narrow, short shoulder straps and short back proportions for women
Multiday women's pack features a light-and-fast design that will keep you cool on your trekking adventures
Variquick harness adjustment system lets you dial in the best fit quickly and easily
Contoured, padded shoulder straps feature 3D air-mesh lining for breathability and stabilizer straps for ideal positioning of pack
Bi-laminate foam hipbelt uses a soft interior foam for comfort and a stiff outer foam for weight transfer and lateral movement control
Deuter Aircontact Lite suspension features a special hollow foam which creates a pump effect, forcing warm air out and drawing cool air in
Hollow-core aluminum X-frame offers torsional rigidity, flexibility for body movement and effective weight transfer
Top-loading main compartment offers lots of room for your overnight gear; 2 side mesh pockets store your water bottles or snacks
Stretch-woven front pocket holds raingear and other quick-access essentials
Adjustable lid has 2 pockets for small items such as a map, headlamp, first aid kit, sunscreen and multi-tool
Extendable lid allows you to expand the collar, adding up to 600 cu. in. (10 liters) of storage space
Hydration-compatible design features reservoir pocket and drink tube exit port for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately)
Bottom compartment lets you stuff your sleeping bag or other light, bulky items directly into the pack; shares a zippered separator with the main bag
Side compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying
Dual ice axe loops and front elastic cord are ideal for securing gear to the front of the pack
Slim women's fit also features more of a cant to the hipbelt than do unisex packs, softer edges on shoulder straps and a shortened overall back length

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Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's Customer Reviews

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Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's

4.3

(based on 36 reviews)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (31)
Good padding (30)
Easy to load (28)
Lightweight (25)
Good suspension (22)

Cons

Delicate (3)

Best Uses

Extended trips (28)
Heavy loads (17)
Travel (10)
Light loads (9)
Wet weather (7)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual adventurer (15), Avid adventurer (12), Getting started (4)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (18), Survivalist / minimalist (13)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (27)

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Feb

2013

5.0

Comforable!

By starpower28

from San Antonio, TX

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Good padding
Highly Adjustable
Large capacity

Cons

Not enough straps

Best Uses

Hiking

Comments about Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's:

First backpack that I've owned in this category. Tried on a few different ones in the beginning and none of them was as catchy as this one, it's the yellow flower attached to it that really caught my attention.

First off, I needed something that has a 50L capacity and this one is a 60+10. I am 4'10' and most of the backpacks I've tried sat uncomfortably on my back. This one however, was comfy.The REI rep loaded it up with 20lbs and I strapped it on my back after he adjusted the straps according to my torso length. The padded straps are wide and thick, especially the ones that sat on my hips.

I hiked with this baby for 14miles, filled it up to about 50lbs. None of my items shifted inside my pack, everything felt balanced, backpack never moved and I definitely did not feel sweaty thanks to the "air contact" feature. Straps never bruised my shoulder, and most importantly, I did not feel any pain or other discomfort from it.

I have never hiked that long before, and never hiked with a backpack this heavy (at about 2800ft elevation gain) . For a first timer, this did not disappoint. It's cute and sturdy, got it really dirty from letting it sit on rocks and dirt but was easy enough to clean.

I placed 6 sport bottles of spring water on the very bottom compartment along with my sleeping pad, none of the items from top to bottom budged at all. It has a lot of compartments but I wish there would've been another tiny compartment for credit cards\id's etc.

I was also hoping for straps on the very bottom to tie in my sleeping bag but it unfortunately did not come with it.

Overall, this is a great, sturdy and pretty backpack. Highly recommended.

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Dec

2012

5.0

Wow...

By DFullMonty

from Central Pa

About Me Professional/Guide

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Good padding
Highly Adjustable
Large capacity
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Day trip
Hiking
Mountaineering

Comments about Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's:

I bought this pack for my GF for her birthday and she loves it. I tried a few times and I can't wait for my MH Direttissima to wear off or tear (like that's going to happen) so i can upgrade to a Deuter.

We are outdoor guides and we need a pack that it is going to take abuse and deliver comfort and durability; Deuter packs are well known for that.

The only thing that gave her a frown was the lack of a rain cover but there are ways around it.

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Oct

2012

4.0

Women'sDeuter ACT Lite 60+10

By Ferrie

from Southington, CT

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Good Padding
Good Suspension
Highly Adjustable
Large Capacity
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Extended Hikes
Heavy Loads
Wet Weather

Comments about Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's:

This backpack is my very first one so I don't have much to compare it to but I really like the comfort and stability of this pack. I've used it on several day hikes so far, in anticipation of a weekend backpacking trip at the end of this month. It is very adjustable, depending on your load; lots of pockets and hooks to hold your things. I especially like the top pocket where things can be easily found when I need them. My one issue with this pack is that the side pockets that hold my water bottles are too high up and I can't take my bottle out or put it back in without taking the pack off...a major time killer. Otherwise, this pack is my favorite piece of hiking gear :)

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Sep

2012

(4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Flimsy, no h2o resistance, frame bent

By alaska-hiker

from Palmer, AK

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Easy To Load
Good Padding
Highly Adjustable
Lightweight

Cons

Delicate
Fabric Tears Easily
Frame Bent Under 45lbs
Leaks Rain Like A Sieve

Best Uses

Light Loads

Comments about Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's:

I regret that I cannot give this pack a good review. I took it on an 1100-mile trek across the Alaskan Arctic, and unfortunately it failed on me gravely.

On the very first day, the pack tore from friction against the (not sharp) edge of my cup. Over the course of the trip, the pack tore and wore out in many other spots, including in several places on the strap on the hip belt, just from rubbing against another strap folded beneath it (part of the design).

Most seriously, the metal stays bent under a seemingly moderate load of ~45 lbs. The strange resultant buckling and lack of weight transfer physically hurt my back for several days.

Finally, the fabric leaks like a sieve, even in just light rain. There was a review to this effect on this website before my trip (a woman complaining about the lack of any water resistancy), which my husband told me to ignore, saying that every pack leaks a little. Well, this pack leaks a LOT. I've used a lot of packs and have never seen anything like this. After just a light rain, all of my items inside were wet, and the pack held a puddle of water in the bottom.

There were things I liked about the pack: before the stays bent, it was reasonably comfortable, easy to load, and certainly the pack is very lightweight. But, it seems that sometimes gear is so lightweight that it's too fragile and delicate, and I'd say this pack falls into that category. It's probably okay for a short trip and a very light load, but I'd never recommend it for a longer trip such as mine, when you really depend on your gear.

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Sep

2012

5.0

Love my new pack!

By mgdupont

from Providence, RI

About Me Getting Started

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Good Padding
Good Suspension
Highly Adjustable
I Look Like A Backpacker
Large Capacity
Lightweight

Cons

No Rainfly

Best Uses

Extended Hikes
Travel

Comments about Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's:

This backpack is so comfy and roomy and good-looking :) Looking forward to doing my first overnight with it!

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Aug

2012

4.0

Good pack for the price

By Backcountry Medic

from Wyoming

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Easy To Load
Highly Adjustable
Large Capacity

Cons

Best Uses

Extended Hikes

Comments about Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's:

I bought this pack, because it was the only one in my price range that would fit my torso. It works well, and is big enough to cary everything you need for an extended hike. The only con was that the pack is slightly uncomfortable on the shoulders.

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Jul

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

love this pack!

By redrugger

from Boulder, CO

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Padding
Good Suspension

Cons

Best Uses

Extended Hikes

Comments about Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's:

I bought this pack to use on my first real backpacking trip, and it was fantastic! We went for a 3-day/2-night trip in Canyonlands NP. I hardly noticed the pack on my back, even during the first day when I was carrying 3 gallons of water in addition to all of my other gear. We did some scrambling over slickrock and the pack stayed steady the entire time. The pockets on either side of the backpack are deep enough to securely hold a 1L Nalgene each.
The adjustable shoulder harness helped me dial in the fit just right. (I'm pretty stocky, with broad shoulders and hips but a relatively short torso as measured in-store.) The frame sheet does come up a little high in the back, so if the pack is only lightly loaded I can't lean my head too far back. (This is only really an issue if trying to look directly overhead at clouds or something.) My back stayed (relatively) cool the whole time as well due to the awesome padding.
I'd love to have a pocket on the left hip to match the one on the right, but that's my only gripe so far.

In summary: love the pack, very comfortable and stable even with heavy loads, would definitely recommend!

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Jul

2012

5.0

Just Right

By BostonHiker

from Boston, MA

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Good Padding
Good Suspension
Highly Adjustable
Large Capacity
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Extended Hikes

Comments about Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's:

I've only used this twice (two single-night overnight backpacking excursions), but so far it has been great. I tried on a few other packs at the REI store, but this one was immediately comfortable. I have a very short torso (16"), but this pack was adjustable and fits comfortably. I recently used it on a hike where I had to carry it just 5 miles to our campsite, and while I could feel the weight of the pack with my many, many items inside it was still comfortable. Does it feel like there's nothing there? Not exactly, but that's life when you're carrying all of your overnight gear on your back.

I'm really pleased with it so far, and look forward to using it again in a few weeks. My one complaint: why on earth doesn't it come with a raincover?? I haven't had to test its waterproofness yet, but I don't want to - I purchased a rain cover separately.

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Jun

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Wilderness Ranger Approved

By jamieruns

from Northern California

About Me Outdoor Professional

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Light as a feather

Cons

Back buckles

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Extended Hikes
Heavy Loads
Light Loads
Travel

Comments about Deuter ACT Lite 60 + 10 SL Pack - Women's:

I originally purchased this pack for personal use - overnights, weekend trips, etc. Since then it has transitioned to my work pack, and is used 4 days a week with a >50lb load. Due to its "ultralight" nature I was afraid to load it up with so much weight, but seven hitches later it is still going strong! This pack holds a full size bear canister, a sleeping bag that isn't tiny, a water pump, a full size shovel, radio and sat phone, a tent and sleeping pad strapped on either side, and tons of garbage that I pick up along the way.

This pack teaches you to pack smart and efficiently - it's definitely a "no frills" pack in that it lacks tons of outer compartments and pockets, etc etc. However if you spend time thinking about it, you'll find that it can hold everything you need. Between the giant mesh pockets and the buckles, compression straps, and misc other little areas there is enough space for everything. This pack even held up for a 7 day trip and it was packed to the MAX!

The only complaint I have about it is that a small section of the back between the padding buckles out towards my spine. This might be due to the fact that I just have too much weight in it. Overall the pack is very comfortable and has treated me well even though I haven't been as nice to it. It's a great pack for beginner or experienced backpackers, and I would highly recommend it.