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Arc’teryx Khard 45
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When trekking on a hike you don’t want to be lugging any more than you need to. The Khard from Arc’teryx is designed to be compact and to balance its load, reducing weight shifting which could cause back strain. The 45L pack has a fully padded main compartment large enough to fit a day’s hike worth of gear and the zippered side pockets are perfect for small quick-access items such as keys or phones. Velcro strips and loops line the inside of the pack, allowing for organized packing and quick retrieval of important tools. Able to carry hydration bladders, this pack allows you to go that extra mile, conquering new horizons. An excellent pack for the avid journeyman. *Update: this pack has been updated and is now called the Assault 45.
the good
- Awesome access to contents
- Choice fabric
- Supreme patterning
the not so good
- Harness lacks adjustment and padding, meaning comfort is only OK
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- Measurement:
- 23.5" H x 12'" W x 10" D
- Capacity:
- 45 L
- Weight:
- 2 kg / 71 oz
- Zippers:
- YKK
- Materials:
- 500D Cordura®