Mountain Hardwear  PCT 50 L Pack - Women's

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Spend long days on the trail carrying heavy loads with this women's 50-liter Mountain Hardwear pack. It provides all-day comfort with a breathable back and 3D pivoting hipbelt.

Color: Northern Blue
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Features

  • Dual-density shoulder straps are contoured for maximum comfort and include an adjustable, removable sternum strap with integrated whistle
  • 3D spacer mesh trampoline-style back panel keeps the pack body away from your body, for increased cooling, breathability and comfort
  • Internal steel hoop frame and fiberglass T-bar handles heavy loads with ease
  • Hoverbelt hipbelt moves independently from the back panel in all 3 planes, better matching the movement of your hips while you walk, allowing for efficient, comfortable carry
  • Especially over long distances, this increased efficiency translates to less fatigue and soreness at the end of the day
  • Main pack body can be accessed from the top or via the large zippered front panel
  • Internal hanging hydration sleeve has its own shoulder straps and can be removed to use as a stealth summit pack or daybag
  • Floating top lid adjusts upward to accommodate overloads in the main compartment and can be removed completely for lightweight excursions
  • The lid has 2 zippered pockets for optimal gear organization and easy access; a key clip is located inside one of the pockets
  • Front shove-it pocket expands to accommodate gear like camp shoes and extra layers; also incorporates a large, secure zippered pocket for even more organization options
  • Once gear is in place, a side zipper allows access to the depths of the shove-it pocket without first having to loosen the pack's compression straps
  • 2 hipbelt pockets provide storage for on-the-go necessities like sunscreen and energy bars
  • 2 large side-mounted water bottle pockets can each be loaded with a bottle sitting straight up, or angled forward for easier access while moving
  • Ample rain skirt keeps water, snow and dust from entering the main pack body from above and allows the pack to be overfilled
  • Quick-draw loops allow the skirt to go from tightly closed to fully opened in a fraction of a second
  • Includes 2 attachment loops for ice axes or trekking poles; loops and keepers can be tucked into pockets when not in use, helping to avoid snags
  • Internal sleeping bag divider shelf can be dropped out of the way if desired
  • Main pack body and bottle pockets are made of tough 210-denier high-tenacity ripstop recycled nylon, easily fending off brush snags and rock abrasion
  • Bottom of pack is made of 500-denier CORDURA® air-textured nylon yarns for maximum abrasion resitance and durability
  • Hypalon patches add additional durability to high-wear areas

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Backpacking

Frame Type

Internal Frame

Gear Capacity (L)

50 liters

Gear Capacity (cu. in.)

3,051 cubic inches

Weight

S/M: 4 lbs. 1.3 oz.

M/L: 4 lbs. 1.7 oz.

Adjustable Torso Length

Yes

Fits Torso Length (in.)

S/M: 15-19 inches

M/L: 18-21 inches

Fits Waist/Hips

S/M: 25-45 inches

M/L: 29-48 inches

Material(s)

Shell: 210-denier ripstop recycled nylon; base: 420-denier CORDURA nylon

Frame Material

Spring steel

Number of Stays

1 peripheral hoop

Reservoir Compatible

Yes

Suspended Mesh Back Panel

Yes

Pack Access

Top / Panel

Number of Exterior Pockets

3 + main compartment

Raincover Included

No

Hipbelt Pockets

Yes

Removable Daypack

Yes

Dimensions

S/M: 31.1 x 15.7 x 14.6 inches

M/L: 32.5 x 15.7 x 14.2 inches

Gender

Women's

Sustainability

Contains recycled materials

Reviews
3 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars

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D2R
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Exceptionally comfortable, BUT.......

1 year ago

This pack carries like a dream and has all of the compartments and feature you could want in a pack. Easy access water. Day bag. Three well equipped compartments in the hood. The fit is fantastic. It is high quality. Why only three stars? It creaks, bad. The fabric creaks with each step when it is loaded. I'm hoping that breaking it in loaded will help, because I really do love the comfort of this pack. Also, lose a star for these ridiculously small hip belt pockets. They fit my chapstick, hand sanitizer, and one snack bar. I will have to get a shoulder pocket for my phone.

Age:45–54
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'7"

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GoatLakeGab
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

It's GREAT but...

1 year ago

I really enjoyed this backpack for my first backpacking trip. As someone that has a bad lower back that tends to either have pain on one side or the other, the single source of padding for that area worked really well for me. (I've tried on packs that had a split left and right side of padding that only seemed to irritate my back even more.) As another reviewer mentioned, the biggest downside of this pack is how noisy it is. If you're trying to talk to your friends while on the trail, good luck, cause you just can't hear them without stopping and turning to them.

Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'5"

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COHkrGrl
CO Rockies
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Comfortable with Lots of Zip Pockets

1 year ago

I'm 5'11 with a 21" torso and this is the first woman specific backpack I've ever bought because they were never long enough. This MHW pack fits perfect and has multiple ways to adjust the fit to fit a wide range of torso sizes. The best feature of the pack are the multiple zip pockets - 2 on the outside of the "brain", 1 in the middle of the pack, and 1 on the inside of the "brain". The side pockets are deep, but I can still reach around for my 1L Nalgene. The hip belt pockets are smaller than other packs, but they work fine for my needs. They won't hold a phone, but a pocket knife, sun block stick, small snack, and other small items fit. One hip belt pocket is mesh, the other is standard. There are tons of loops to attach items and the straps at the bottom of the pack easily carry a couple of z-fold pads. As far as noise goes, I honestly didn't notice, but I also mainly hike solo and wasn't trying to talk with anyone. The cordura fabric is a big plus. It's tough and water resistant. This isn't a pack that will tear easily. You'll still want to get a rain cover for it or spray with water repellent, but I slipped backwards at a deep creek crossing and the items inside the pack stayed dry. I was only in the creek for maybe 10 seconds, but the pack did get nearly completely submerged. About the only drawback for me are the shoulder pads. They don't have a lot of cushion.

Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Yes , I recommend this product

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