Gear Review
Arc'teryx Naos 45 Backpack - 2500-2870cu in
Stable, stylie, Waterproof
By Grant Helgeson
Ranked #25 - Overnight Backpacks (2000 - 2999 cu in)
July 17, 2007
Took this pack into the High Uintas of Utah over the weekend, and it felt great. I've been carrying an Arc'teryx Bora pack in the mountains for years, and the bora packs feel exceptional, however, they are on the heavier side. Here's the answer from Arc'teryx. The pack feels very close to the bora in terms the way it carries. I'm 5'10", 145lbs and the size regular is perfect. Big enough for a night or two in the summer, but I think I'll stick to my bora for pure backpacking trips. However, This pack will replace my old North Face Patrol pack everywhere else. This is a superb ski touring, day outing, ice climbing size and shape. The unique waist belt system feels great, and really moves with you. This will no be my go2 pack for nearly everything in the mountains!
View Details: Arc'teryx Naos 45 Backpack - 2500-2870cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 420D Seam sealed VaporTight fabric
- Volume:
- [S] 2500cu in, [R] 2690cu in, [L] 2870cu in
- Suspension:
- Pre-formed shoulder straps and waist-belt, Monoframe back panel with two aluminum stays
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- The whole bag is waterproof
- Access Types:
- Top
- Gear Loops:
- No
- External Pockets:
- 2 Front, 1 lid
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Recommended Use:
- Overnight backpacking where dry gear is a must
- Weight:
- [S] 4lb, [R] 4lb 3oz, [L] 4lb 10oz
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
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