Gear Review
Fragile
By mistervaug458996
Ranked #1209 - Backpacks
May 17, 2009
Suspension bars break on the pivotal system. Once broken, they turn in to kidney pokers. Ouch. Will report back with TNF repair update.
Holds a ton, comfortable while unbroken. Quality is suspicious.
View Details: The North Face Catalyst 75 Backpack - 4300-4900cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 210D, 420D, and 840D Nylon
- Volume:
- [S] 4300cu in (70L); [M] 4600cu in (75L); [L] 4900cu in (80L)
- Suspension:
- Pivotal
- Back Panel:
- Molded E-Vap
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- Yes
- Detachable Pack:
- Yes, hydration sleeve (bladder not included)
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, side, bottom
- Gear Loops:
- No
- External Pockets:
- Left side pocket, 2 water-bottle pockets
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking trips up to a week
- Weight:
- [S] 6lb (2722g); [M] 6lb 6oz (2892g); [L] 6lb 12oz (3062g)
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- Vietnam
Change me.



