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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 55 Pack
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If you live to descend and emerge from rocky canyons and otherworldly formations with calloused hands and sunbaked river sediment, Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 55 pack is a reliable companion.
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- Superlight, robust main compartment is made with 100% waterproof Dyneema® composite fabric
- White colorway is made with 50-denier Dyneema for a slightly lower pack weight
- Black colorway is constructed with 150-denier Dyneema, which is more tightly woven for increased durability with a marginal increase in pack weight
- 55-liter (3,400 cu. in.) internal volume and 9.8-liter external volume (600 cu. in.) is ideal for weekend, section or thru-hikes or for trips requiring flexibility
- The top can roll down to make the overall size of the pack similar to the 40-liter version, but that additional pack space can come in handy when you need it
- 3 external, solid Hardline with Dyneema pockets add an extra line of defense around the gear you'll want to quickly reach at any time without having to open your whole pack
- Removable, contoured aluminum stays
- Hardline with Dyneema shoulder straps with 0.375 in. closed cell foam and spacer mesh; 0.25 in. foam back panel pad
- Roll-top closure system with side straps for vertical compression; side compression straps for horizontal compression
- Top Y-strap compression is designed to secure gear
- Hardline with Dyneema hipbelt with 0.125 in. closed-cell rigid foam; zippered pockets on hipbelt with #5 YKK zipper
- Adjustable sternum strap with self-tensioning elastic
- Hydro port and internal mesh hydro sleeve hold your hydration reservoir (not included)
- 4 exterior triglide buckles for optional Hyperlite Mountain Gear Pack Accessory Straps (not included)
- Proprietary seam sealing on all side seams and behind all sewn-on pack features help keep the elements out
- Ice axe loop
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Average weights by size and colorway:
View all Hyperlite Mountain Gear Backpacking Packs| Size | White | Black |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 921 g (2 lbs. 0.5 oz.) | 978 g (2 lbs. 2.5 oz.) |
| Medium | 944 g (2 lbs. 1.3 oz.) | 1,009 g (2 lbs. 3.6 oz.) |
| Large | 967 g (2 lbs. 2.1 oz.) | 1,040 g (2 lbs. 4.7 oz.) |
| Tall | 1,009 g (2 lbs. 3.6 oz.) | 1,054 g (2 lbs. 5.2 oz.) |
| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Frame Type | Internal Frame |
| Ultralight | Yes |
| Gear Capacity (L) | 55 liters |
| Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 3,400 cubic inches |
| Material(s) | Dyneema composite (Black colorway: 150-denier; White colorway: 50-denier) |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Number of Stays | 2 |
| Reservoir Compatible | Yes |
| Pack Access | Top |
| Number of Exterior Pockets | 3 |
| Raincover Included | No |
| Hipbelt Pockets | Yes |
| Gender | Unisex |
