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Made with a durable grid fabric, this Arc'teryx roll-top pack stands up to drops, drags and snags on the trail. The lightweight fabric sheds light rain, and the harness system can be customized.
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View the Arc'teryx Aerios Product LineView all Arc'teryx DaypacksBest Use | Hiking |
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Bag Style | Backpack |
Frame Type | Frameless |
Gear Capacity (L) | 35 liters |
Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 2,197 cubic inches |
Weight | 2 lbs. 8.9 oz. |
Fits Torso Length (in.) | Tall: 19.75-21.75 inches Short: 16.75-18.75 inches Regular: 18.25-20.25 inches |
Fits Waist/Hips | Tall: 23.5-27.5 in. (measurement around the front of the hip iliac crest) Short: 19-23 in. (measurement around the front of the hip iliac crest) Regular: 19-23 in. (measurement around the front of the hip iliac crest) |
Material(s) | 210D CORDURA nylon 6,6 with 6.5 twisted 200-denier Vectran grid, 165 g/m2 w/ DWR; 100D SD CORDURA nylon 6,6 dobby, DWR FC0, 120 g/m2; lining: 200D polyester, back 20 g PU coated w/ FC0 DWR, 108 g/m2 |
Number of Stays | 1 |
Pack Access | Top |
Number of Exterior Pockets | 6 + main compartment |
Hipbelt | Yes |
Hipbelt Pockets | Yes |
Reservoir Compatible | Yes |
Dimensions | 21.25 x 11.25 x 9.5 |
Gender | Unisex |
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The Aerios 35 is not a particularly good nor particularly bad pack. I've used it now on 2 different trips: 1) Approx 75km in varied weather in Denmark and 2) Approx 225km in modern but dry conditions in Portugal. Like another user, I also use this pack in lieu of my Bora for the lighter, faster trips. Overall it performs well and is indeed quite comfortable. I can recommend this product however like many of Arc'teryx more recent products, inflated pricing and questionable design choices suggest they've moved farther and farther away from the (in my opinion better) choices of the past. The pricing has remained somewhat consistent over the years but the products, not so much. While you can do a whole lot worse, you probably can do a whole lot better as well.
Hi Christopher. Thanks for sharing your feedback on the Aerios 35 Backpack. We are sorry to hear that it did not suit your needs on linger trips. We truly appreciate your detailed comments and we will make sure to relay them to our design team.
Extremely comfortable and lightweight. At 35L, it may seem like a large pack but in reality, the pack compresses closer to that of a 28L pack - this is due to the roll down compartment similar to that of a dry bag. The frame is really solid and it comes in 3 different sizes. The biggest plus for me was the shoulder straps. These running style straps are the most comfortable I've ever worn. As a man with a large torso and broad shoulders, finding a pack with comfortable straps is hard to come by. The only thing that would make this pack even better would be more outer pockets.
I have done over 500km of fastpacking with this pack and it has worked out great. Everything from overnighters to 5 day epics. The ability to synch it down when not fully loaded has allowed me to run in it carrying 20L~ but having the support needed for a heavier loads. When fully loaded at 35L I still found it comfortable and had the ability to hike fast and even run in it. Easy access to water and snacks up front eliminate the need for unnecessary stops and allow you to travel fast all day.
Likes: durable water sheeting material (PNW), enough volume and quick stash side pockets for winter or when the dog is along, close fitting vest for scrambles and runs, daisy chains, adjustable. Dislikes: no bladder clip, meh sized hip pocket, I think the extended roll top is overkill considering the weight limits.
you might wonder how can a backpack cost this much but then you realize you need instructions when you get it. definitely the apple of equipment.