TYPE: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Windrider Pack Review (2400/3400/4400), THURSO SURF Tranquility Review (2019 SUP Fitness Board), Tepui Explorer Series Kukenam 3 Tent Review, Priority Classic Plus Gotham Edition Review, Priority 600 Review (12-speed Commuter Bike), Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest Pack Review (2400/3400/4400). Hyperlite Mountain Gear Echo II Ultralight Shelter review Granite Gear Leopard A.C. 58 Pack Review Osprey Hornet 32 pack review Granite Gear Packs for Adventure at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2013 2 thoughts on “ Hyperlite Mountain Gear Windrider Ultralight Pack review ” Both packs come in 3 different sizes: 2400, 3400, 4400; which translates to 40 Liters, 55 Liters, and 70 Liters. The Southwest and its three solid outer pockets are made for hikes where abrasive canyon walls or vegetation close in. As their name implies, Hyperlite Mountain Gear specializes on making ultralight camping and backpacking gear. To my eye, another beauty of the spartan design is that the only zippers on the pack are tucked into the small pockets on the hip belt where they can't cause too much mischief. Here’s why I loved my Windrider… Hyperlite Mountain Gear Windrider Pack Review (2400/3400/4400) The main compart… It's possible to roll the top down a long ways before the rolled up fabric starts to get hard to manage. The Windrider backpacks cater specifically to the subscribers of the ultralight backpacking principle and they do so in impressive fashion. Hyperlite Mountain Gear’s packs are hand built in Biddeford, Maine. 15 better still. I found hyperlite after a cheap lightweight pack I purchased began to fall apart after less than 100 miles. (You can also subscribe without commenting.). The fabric of the cuben fiber pack body is also waterproof and the interior seams of the pack are seam taped, making the pack highly resistant to rain. It does not have any extra straps, a brain, or any internal compartments aside from the bladder storage. Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Windrider Backpack Our team was sent a set of Windrider packs and told to “run them through the real GearJunkie test.” They are examples of what Colin Fletcher called a "Bloody Great Sack." Ever other thru-hiker with this pack that I've talked to has reported the same thing. RECOMMENDED FOR: The Windrider backpacks achieve their characteristic lightness by the liberal use of the Dyneema composite fabric: it can be found on the body of the backpack, as well as in the shoulder straps and hip belt. I really think if you were to seal these three places with, say, some tenacious tape, that you could use this as a river-trip duffle. The external mesh pockets provide enough room to store larger items such as shoes, a sleeping mat, extra layers, or even a small paddle. DCF is an ultralight material used by cottage backpacking manufacturers that is lighter weight and more rip-resistant than conventional tent and backpack fabrics. The 2400 is the smallest variant, able to hold up to 40lbs of weight, and with 40L of internal storage. WARRANTY: They come in three sizes. It’s also the perfect place to store wet clothes so they can dry while you walk. The only interior features are a mesh pocket behind the back panel, I suppose for a hydration bladder, and a small web loop at the top of same where you could clip a car key or the like. If, like me, you believe in gallon zip lock bags tucked into a bombproof, absolutely weatherproof 2 1/2 lb shell, this is the ticket. Due to COVID-19 the normal train route was closed making a normally 14mi hike into an aprox 37.7mi hike. The 4400… The main compartment has a dry bag style closure system which provides excellent top compression for stabilizing your load. A provision for back ventilation would have been nice for long-term comfort, as direct contact with the waterproof Dyneema material could result to a lot of sweaty backs in hot weather. The Windrider replaces the solid pockets with three mesh … They are examples of what Colin Fletcher called a "Bloody Great Sack." We like how the side mesh pockets are positioned so that they are reachable while the backpack is worn for easy access of items such as a water bottle or flashlight. SIZES: Sizes are based on your torso length, measured from your C7 vertebrae to your iliac crest. Nice review, Tim! White, black. After you've packed the bottom layer of gear that you won't be using until the end of the day, it's not nearly such a long ways. Hyperlite Mountain Gear 4400 Windrider So, I continue my quest to find the perfect backpack for my upcoming adventure this summer. The biggest variant, the 4400, has an internal volume capacity of 70L and a 60lb weight capacity. Although this sounds complicated, Hyperlite Mountain Gear provides a great guide on how to do this on their website. If there was an issue in the build of the Windrider, it’s that the stitches of the shoulder strap and the haul loop start to come off after heavy use. All Rights Reserved. Best to always use a packliner. The Windrider. Handcrafted in America by the professionals at Hyperlite Mountain Gear, this pack exceeded my thoughts and expectations. If you are looking for an ultralight backpacking setup, look no further than Hyperlite Mountain Gear (HMG).

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