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Deuter ACT Lite 45 + 10 SL Pack - Women's
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Tackle long weekend treks with confidence, knowing this airflow-friendly, Slimline suspension adjusts for maximum fit and comfort, even on gear-heavy, long-mileage missions.
Shop similar products- This multiday women's pack features a light-and-fast design that will keep you cool on your trekking adventures
- SL (Slimline) fit is specifically designed with narrow, short shoulder straps and short back proportions for women
- 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
- SOS label inside the lid includes information to help if you're lost or need assistance
- The Deuter ACT Lite 45 + 10 SL pack features dual ice axe loops and a front elastic cord that are ideal for securing gear to the front of the pack
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View the Deuter Aircontact Product LineView all Deuter Backpacking Packs| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Frame Type | Internal Frame |
| Gear Capacity (L) | 45 liter |
| Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 2,750 cubic inches |
| Weight | 3 lbs. 6 oz. |
| Adjustable Torso Length | Yes |
| Fits Torso Length (in.) | 14 - 19 inches |
| Fits Waist/Hips | 22 - 44 inches |
| Material(s) | Ripstop nylon |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Number of Stays | 3 |
| Suspended Mesh Back Panel | No |
| Pack Access | Top/front |
| Number of Exterior Pockets | 5 + main compartment |
| Sleeping Bag Compartment | Yes |
| Gender | Women's |
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Jaz100
San Jose, CA
Love it
12 years ago
This is my first own Pack, I used to rent from REI and hated those bulky old kind of Packs. I used it on Inca trail to Machu Pichu for 4 days trip and felt really comfortable and was able to run down the stairs without pack jumping all over my back. Love the sleeping bag pouch and front little accessible pocket, but wish it was little bigger so I could put my phone or little camera in it. and wish there was another pocket on the other side too. I love the green color and Flower is little something to make you smile (I always try to buy everything green) :) Can't wait to use it again soon!
Yes , I recommend this product
emp527
Virginia
Great pack, just enough nooks & crannies
12 years ago
Took this pack on my first trip to South America as part of a medical mission. Used the pack to travel on the plane with clothes and sleep gear then hiking through the mountains with medical supplies and medications. The guys I was with loved the bag and were happy to carry it, too (even though it's styled for a woman). I was pleasantly surprised by the extra compartments, including those on the top and sides of the pack and even in the front (great for paper products). The lighter parts got a little stained from usual wear and tear, but the body held up without fail. Would buy this pack again in a heartbeat.
Yes , I recommend this product
cat65
San Diego CA
my first
11 years ago
Having spent months researching, I finally took advantage of REI's sale, and went to the store. The very helpful assistant measured me and listened to my needs. The Deuter is perfect for me! Adjustable and light weight, the bag feels ALMOST weightless! I have packed and repacked many times to find the best advantage, and always the pack feels lighter on my back than when I lift it up, which I appreciate as an older woman with osteopenia. It accomodates everything I need, and I will be buying a raincover and a water bladder for it. The pack does not bump my head because of the variable adjustment. Love it! I like the easy access,roomy side pockets and the top zipper compartment. Also, the stretchy pocket in back is great for a sweater.
Yes , I recommend this product
Lisa the adventurer
San Diego, CA, United States
LOVE this pack!
10 years ago
I'm relatively new to backpacking and was pretty clueless when it came to buying a good pack. After trying out quite a few packs, I tried this on and it was BY FAR the most comfortable. I love the adjustable back, as I am pretty short at 5'2". I've taken this bag on quite a few hikes now and just got back from climbing Mount Whitney, and while the other guys in my group had complaints about their packs rubbing raw spots on them and hurting their shoulders, I couldn't have been more comfortable with my pack. Love, love, LOVE this pack!
Yes , I recommend this product
agray
Santa Cruz, CA
Loving it!
12 years ago
I have taken this pack on two backpacking trips now, one five day and one three day. It has been great. I had a pretty heavy, small pack previously so this is a nice change. I tend to pack fairly light 20-25lbs so this works great for me. It is super comfortable, easy to adjust, and well organized. The only trouble I have had was on my longer trip which required that I carry a bear canister. Once I had my bladder full and in the pouch and then loaded my bear canister and other gear it was a pretty tight squeeze. It is mainly just a bit narrow for carrying the bear canister which doesn't give. It wound up putting too much pressure on my bladder and causing it to leak out the top. I was able to adjust by carrying less water or not putting the bladder in the designated pouch but that was a small bummer. Love the pack over all!
Yes , I recommend this product
dmtheis
Saint Paul, MN, United States
Very comfortable pack!
11 years ago
I bought this pack right before a 10-day trip the Peru. I packed light, but was able to pack enough clothes, hiking and tennis shoes, sleeping bag and toiletries for the 10-day trip. It was a great size pack and very comfortable. I did not get sore from it at all. I did the 4-day Machu Picchu hike, carrying about 20-25lbs of weight including a full 3 liter water bladder, and the pack performed perfectly. I'm very happy with my purchase and can't wait to take it on another back packing trip!
Yes , I recommend this product
Camino Gina
Long Beach, CA
Used for the Camino Santiago
11 years ago
I used this backpack for the Camino Santiago, a 500 mile trek through Northern and Western Spain. The suggested load was 15 lbs and I packed this thing with about 16 lbs. and it had room to spare. It was very nice but I think for the Camino I'd go with a lighter pack like the REI Flash. Every ounce mattered on this trek since I was walking about 15-20miles/day. The only thing that bugged me was there was this creaking sound that I couldn't seem to get rid of and then one day it disappeared. I have no real complaints about this pack. I loved the two compartments. Deuter has two packs, however, that I wish they would combine into the perfect pack. Mine had two compartments and the other had one compartment but a removable lid that you could carry as a daypack. This would have helped me immensely as I sent my backpack ahead on a few occasions and it would have been nice to have a little daypack. If you put the removable lid with the two compartments…. perfect. I loved that the spine was adjustable. The other packs I was looking at weren't very adjustable and since my waist and torso don't fit the Small/Medium/Large sizing very well this was great. I also loved the hydration pack compartment. Made keeping hydrated very easy compared to the other pilgrims who had to always get help taking their water containers out of their side pockets. I later took the pack on a 10 mini vacation through Sicily and Malta and it worked out just fine. It's a great pack but if you're walking a lot for 30 days + you might want to go with a lighter weight.
Yes , I recommend this product
Amy G
Albuquerque, NM
Generally okay
12 years ago
I've recently gotten into backpacking and have taken this bag on two three-day trips. It's a mostly very manageable bag, the main problem I have is with the adjustable torso. I am 5'2" and this bag towers above me, throwing my balance off with how top-heavy it is. This problem is exacerbated by the fact that both times I've gone out with it I've packed the 10L extension full. This bag would be great for shorter trips or perhaps traveling. I am going to exchange this bag next time I go out for one that is meant to fit a short frame.
Lizzard92
San Diego, CA, United States
Perfect carry on size!
10 years ago
I love this pack! For reference, I'm 5'9 and 115lbs and tried a Gregory pack and felt like a pack mule but this one is narrower and much more comfortable for my not-so-sturdy frame. PROS: - The frame length fits in the overhead compartments on planes perfectly as long as the top is not extended/filled - The adjustable frame is also a bonus if you want to let friends of varying gangliness borrow your pack - Lots of places to attach carabiners/gear - Sleeping bag compartment is handy - Incredibly comfortable - Stretchy front pocket is great for layers and other things that need to be easily accessed CONS: - doesn't come with a raincover - wish it had sleeping pad straps on the bottom - side zipper or front access would be great but with the front pocket and bottom access it's not bad at all
Yes , I recommend this product
Backpacker Girl
North Georgia Mountains
Great Pack but Needs more Compartments
11 years ago
This pack's first hike was a one night, 15 mile trek on the Appalachian Trail. This is a great, comfortable pack. Easy to load and easy to put on and off. I like the seperated sleeping bag compartment that can be unzipped to make one large compartment. The only thing I would have liked more would be more exterior pockets/compartments.
Yes , I recommend this product
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