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An ultralight pack for the summit and beyond, the Mountain Hardwear UL 20 pack packs down into its own pocket to store in your larger backpack until you're ready to deploy it from basecamp.
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View all Mountain Hardwear DaypacksBest Use | Travel Hiking |
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Bag Style | Backpack |
Frame Type | Frameless |
Ultralight | Yes |
Gear Capacity (L) | 20 liters |
Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 1,220 cubic inches |
Weight | 10.1 ounces |
Fits Torso Length (in.) | 16-22 inches |
Material(s) | 200-denier recycled ripstop nylon |
Number of Stays | 0 |
Pack Access | Top |
Number of Exterior Pockets | 2 + main compartment |
Reservoir Compatible | No |
Gender | Unisex |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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I bought this as my first pack to go on day trips with. I was very excited after waiting 15+ days to receive my package as the tracking information always told me that it had not yet reached a UPS facility. (Probably a UPS issue) The day I got my pack I loaded up to do a little overnighter close to my home, as soon I put it on the strap came apart and I discovered that it had never even been stitched together like the other strap has. After waiting as long as I did for it to arrive I really don't feeling like issuing a return or repair so I will just have it repaired locally. I've always enjoyed my Mountain Hardwear products but this is disappointing.
I had no more than 5 pounds in this backpack, probably more like 4, on my first hike with it (6 hours) and it wasn't the most comfortable on my neck, shoulders and armpits. I attempted to use the chest strap to alleviate the pressure but it didn't really help. I feel like I'm the correct size person for this bag (5'4", 125lbs, average-to-narrow shoulders) yet it doesn't wear as well as I'd hoped. I'll give it another go before I decide how much use I'll get out of it. I'm really fond of the "red/turquoise/black w/pops of yellow" combo so I may suffer for fashion or just use it for shorter hikes. Once I drank all my water it was much better! :P It's also a little sad and deflated-looking when not stuffed as it is when on display, plus I'm not sure what you would fill it with to get that look but still be able to wear it comfortably... After I drank all my water I had relief for the hike back down.
This bag works really well for it's intended purpose. It folds up super small and is the perfect size for a single-day objective. I used it to climb the 13-pitch Brewer's Buttress on Castle Mountain in the Bow Valley. We hiked up and stayed the night so we could get an early start. I packed the bag in my big overnight backpack and brought just the essentials for the climb (approach shoes, water, snacks, emergency kit). When it's not being used for adventures it makes a great climbing gym bag. Because it doesn't have a frame or back panel you have to be careful how you pack it or you'll have stuff digging into your back. And if it's not completely full it just becomes an limp sack. For that reason I would not reccomend you buy this bag unless you need the compressible feature. You can fit a 13" laptop in the water bladder pocket in a protective sleeve. This helps a lot with with the lack of back panel and gives the pack more form. FYI the Dark Spruce colourway is much more green and orange than the grey and red of the photo. It's still a nice colour but I was really excited for the bag that was pictured.
I got this bag for single day multi-pitch routes. It was really nice in so many ways the water pouch separation in the main. The size and weight, plus the pack ability when not using it was awesome. The only complaint I have is that you can’t pack rope with it. I thought it would totally work but the rope just slides down to the bottom the the pack. So if.i was carrying the rope I just had to shoulder it instead. So if you’re using this pack and aren’t carrying rope it’s a 5/5.
I use this pack for trail running, multi pitch climbing and peak bagging. It's a versatile pack that can be used for errands around town all the way to half to full day long rock routes in Red Rock and Yosemite.
This daypack is legit. Incredibly lightweight and versatile. I have purchased one for myself as well as all of my family members. Holds my 3L water reservoir, gear, and snacks with ease!
I have had this for close to 6 months and it has been my go to bag everyday It has been with me on a few multiday trips stuffed in a bigger bag for day hikes aswell as which runs to get water It has held up remarkably well with only a few small scuffs in the fabric. I like that it lets you take and remove pieces as you need aswell as slow you to add your own I for example used some extra shock chord and the small yellow loops all over it to ad a nice web of stretchy straps to help attach my raincoat aswell as other light essentials right to the outside.
Great for light day hikes. Even fits a bladder. Straps are skimpy.
Overall a great small climbing bag. Really good material, and the large main compartment lets you get everything inside with no additional thought needed. This is also the best side water bottle holder I've used on a bag. My only issue is with the center strap that cinches the top flap down. It blocks the front zipper which isn't the biggest deal, but can be a little annoying at times. If the bag isn't fully filled, it also pulls the top flap through the front haul handle, which is also not a huge deal, but can seem a little clunky.
Extremely light in weight, small and packable. Mine was all black not black and gray as pictured nor were the zipper pulls blue either. I prefer that but I don't understand why the pic would not be an accurate model? I kind of wish this item were more substantial in weight and materials. I like stuff that lasts and can take a beating. It feels so lightweight I fear the straps may tear apart with an actual load. It's like almost paper thin on the straps. Anyways, it's an interesting pack and a welcome addition to my lineup of gear.