Gear Review
Mountain Hardwear Drifter Backpack - 2000 or 2200cu in
A good all around backpack
By slackhikerpete
Ranked #758 - Daypacks - Technical
February 15, 2010
I have owned my Drifter pack for about three years now and I use it for day hikes, work commuting and motorcycling. This backpack has exceeded all my expectations for those three functions and the construction is very solid (cannot speak for current year model). The zippers are huge and do make noise but for walking, it is not an issue. It is only an issue when you are going over 55 mph and the zippers tap the back of your motorcycle helmet. That is easy to address though by moving the zippers to the side!
Specifically for hiking, I love the fact that I can load it up with a hydration bladder and/or two water bottles and still have plenty of room for anything else required for a day hike. The fit of the pack is fine for me; if I ever bought another one, I would opt for the large though (I am 6'2" and use the regular - the fit is close on the back). I own enough backpacks to firmly conclude that the drifter is my favorite daypack. I recommend it.
View Details: Mountain Hardwear Drifter Backpack - 2000 or 2200cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Main] 210D HexNut ripstop nylon; [Accent, Bottom] 630D Cordura Ballistic nylon
- Volume:
- [Regular] 2000cu in (33L); [Large] 2200cu in (36L)
- Suspension:
- Alloy rod, HDPE framesheet, padded air-mesh back panel
- Waist-belt:
- Yes
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Front
- Pockets:
- [External] 2 side stretch mesh, 1 top, 1 waist-belt; [Internal] 2 top padded
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- None
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [Regular] 2lb 10oz (1190g); [Large] 2lb 15oz (1330g)
- Recommended Use:
- Hauling gear, day hikes, travel
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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