Gear Review
The North Face Skareb 55 Backpack - 3050-3650cu in
very disappointed
By abeeler72295240
Ranked #1166 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
July 8, 2008
I don't know whether everyone else reviewing this pack has never actually worn it on a trip or tried a pack that was worth a damn, but either way they are giving a good name to a horrible pack. I bought this pack for short weekends to the smokies and it has done nothing but give me problems.
The "X" frame system constantly works free from its holds at the top of the pack and need to be readjusted. The shoulder straps have no padding, obviously to save on weight, but this creates very uncomfortable pressure points. I've owned this pack for a little over a year and am ecstatic to go get a new pack tomorrow. North Face has been dropping the ball for years now and this is another example.
View Details: The North Face Skareb 55 Backpack - 3050-3650cu in
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
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
Change me.