Gear Review
The North Face Skareb 55 Backpack - 3050-3650cu in
Nice Pack
By James MacDiarmid
Ranked #1092 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
January 7, 2009
I have this in the large. It fits my frame well (5'10", 170) and the suspension system has worked for me so far(4 trips. 12 to 22 total miles), and it rides pretty stable once I get all the straps adjusted and locked down. The light weight is nice, and it has just enough volume for someone who is still working on the minimalist, ultra-light ideal. (Carrying ~35 lbs for 1-2 nights. Where I camp bear cannisters are required/strongly recommended so that doesn't help) The included rain cover came in handy on a rainy trip in Yosemite. The zip closure side pouches hold quite a bit. I'm sure there are more comfortable, lighter packs out there, but for the price, I couldn't ask for more.
View Details: The North Face Skareb 55 Backpack - 3050-3650cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 70D Ripstop nylon, 210HT ripstop Cordura, 420HT nylon
- Volume:
- [S] 3050cu in (50L), [M] 3350cu in (55L), [L] 3650cu in (60L)
- Suspension:
- X-2 Aluminum Suspension System: 7075 tubular aluminum X stays, molded E-VAP back panel, E-VAP split contoured shoulder harness, contoured hipbelt, PE sheet
- Hydration Compatible:
- No
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- Yes
- Access Types:
- Roll-top closure
- External Pockets:
- 2 Side zip, 1 water bottle, front mesh, top zip accessory
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- Yes
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 1 Front
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [S] 2lb 13oz (1280g), [M] 2lb 15oz (1330g) [L] 3lb 2oz (1420g)
- Recommended Use:
- Ultralight backpacking, quick ascents, climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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