Gear Review
Arc'teryx Bora 80 Backpack - 4390-5000cu in
Can't stand the hip belt!
By Anonymous
Ranked #240 - Weeklong Packs (Over 4500 cu in)
December 14, 2010
This a quality pack, but make sure you try it on with at least 50 lbs to make sure it works for your body. The waist strap is ridiculously thick and spongy. I've tried both small and regular hip belts and I have to cinch it down so tight it feels like I'm giving myself the heimlich maneuver. Otherwise it slides down my hips. Arc'teryx made the belt too soft and compressible, so it doesn't hold - and I've had silver dollar sized spots of skin chaffed off my hips from the belt. Bottom line - hike with it weighted before you buy and make sure you like how it fits.
View Details: Arc'teryx Bora 80 Backpack - 4390-5000cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [lining] Invista HT Ripstorm (210D nylon), Invista HT Ripstorm (420D nylon), Invista HT Superpack (630D nylon)
- Support/Suspension:
- V-stay frame, molded back panel
- Shoulder Straps:
- thermo-molded
- Waist-Belt:
- yes, thermo-molded
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes, hose clip
- Reservoir Included:
- no
- Detachable Lid:
- yes, with intergrated hip belt
- Access:
- top, side, bottom
- Pockets:
- 2 lid, 1 front, 2 side water bottle
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- yes
- Weight:
- 6 lbs 9 oz
- Volume:
- (short) 72-81 L, (medium) 77-86 L, (long) 82-92 L
- Recommended Use:
- weekend to week-long backpacking trips
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
Change me.