Gear Review
The North Face Sport Hiker Lumbar Pack - 550cu in
Overengineered
By sandyandda1227589
Ranked #917 - Trail Running Hydration
August 30, 2008
While the pack is well made, has nice features and good attention to detail, it suffers from overengineering which actually impedes its functionality. For instance, the 3-point side compression straps run directly across the hip belt pockets making access to the pockets difficult. Retrieving items from the pockets is also cumbersome; the pockets lack width and the zippers should have been placed at the top of the belt rather than along the side. Finally, the top compression straps & buckles are located right where the water bottles go, making it even harder to get the bottles back into the stretch pockets while on the go. Overall a nice looking pack that doesn't function well.
View Details: The North Face Sport Hiker Lumbar Pack - 550cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 420D Nylon, 1680D Ballistics
- Volume:
- 550cu in (9L)
- Suspension:
- Frame sheet, 3-point compression on hip-belt
- Hydration Compatible:
- No, 2 stretch water-bottle pockets
- Gear Loops:
- None
- External Pockets:
- 1 Front organizer with audio port, 2 stretch water bottle pockets
- Weight:
- 1lb 1oz (480g)
- Recommended Use:
- Hiking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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