Gear Review
Arc'teryx Needle 65 Backpack - 3722-3966cu in
favourite pack to date
By Mike Conlan
Ranked #199 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
August 28, 2008
I just picked this up last week and used it the same day on a 3 day hiking trip through the Grand Pass in Olympic National Park. I am 6'1" and I got the long, which is perfect. The Long is 65 L regular but 72 L extended (not written above). This pack was excellent in all aspects; easy to customize to your back, strong and sturdy, easy to access from either the top or the side taped zipper. I agree it could use a bladder holder, but this isn't necessary with proper packing. The material feels like it will outlast my future years of hiking. I will definitely be using this very comfortable and well-sized pack for my two month trip to Europe and then backcountry skiing around Whistler.
View Details: Arc'teryx Needle 65 Backpack - 3722-3966cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- X-pac
- Volume:
- [Short] 3722cu in (61L), [Regular] 3844cu in (63L), [Long] 3966cu in (65L)
- Suspension:
- V-frame
- Back Panel:
- Thermoformed
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top lid, side zip
- Gear Loops:
- 2 external daisy chains, 2 ice axe holders, ski attachments
- External Pockets:
- None
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- Yes
- Recommended Use:
- Alpine ascents
- Weight:
- [Short] 4lb 2oz (1871g); [Regular] 4lb 3oz (1899g); [Long] 4lb 6oz (1984g)
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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