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The North Face Verto 26 Backpack - 1600cu in

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Instead of strapping on your heavy expedition pack on the morning of your summit attempt, just slip the essentials into The North Face's lightweight and versatile Verto 26 Backpack and leave your heavy gear at basecamp. In addition to hauling your puffy, camera, and extra calories, the Verta also comes with external attachment loops to carry your ice tools or trekking poles. At just 11 ounces, this strong and highly packable daypack definitely won't weigh you down.

  • Frameless construction enhances weight savings and packability at the cost of rigidity, load transfer, and max weight capacity
  • Cargo chute nylon material is strong, lightweight, and highly packable
  • Hydration-compatible design lets you keep your beverage of choice handy
  • Triple-point compression system keeps your load balanced and lets your bag double as a stuff sack for your sleeping bag
  • Multiple reflective lash points and cinch cord help you attach extra gear

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Verto Pack in the Grand Canyon

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May 25, 2011

I kept the Verto Pack in my dry bag while on week long Grand Canyon rafting trip. It worked perfect to have a small compact pack to pull out for the day hikes up the side canyons.

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Where is the hydration port on the Verto 26? I received one

Where is the hydration port on the Verto 26? I received one as a gift and for the life of me don't see any route of egress from inside the main compartment except out through the main opening. Is it possible mine is an older model or something?

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February 29, 2012

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your's could be the older model?

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March 4, 2012

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Rating for this product: 4

So far so good...

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September 15, 2011

I have been in the market for a summit pack for a long time, most are just too small. The Verto is nice and roomy, tho it is ment to be a summit pack there are times when you need more space, winter clothing, climbing gear etc...
So far have used it once and was pretty happy. The top pocket in the lid is pretty handy as is the pouch it stuffs into, when the pack is unstuffed this pouch turns into a handy internal pocket. Placing a sit pad inside against your back helps make it more comfortable and gives a bit of structure or support when you have a heavy load.

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Can the waist and sternum straps be removed (without cutting

Can the waist and sternum straps be removed (without cutting them off of course)?

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February 12, 2012

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Rating for this product: 4

Very Light Summit Pack

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August 29, 2011

If you're looking for a light, no frills summit pack, then you're in luck. This pack is super light, 13 oz, and packs down fairly small. 1"x4"x6". The straps are all very narrow, 3/4" webbing. Buckles are all small and light. Minimal padding on the shoulders. It has a zipper pocket in the top lid and an open, nalgene size pocket on the back. No padding or frame sheet on the back so be aware that what you stick in the pack may be jabbing you in the back. I had a shell in there that I packed along the back and it kept my extra water and other bits from causing any discomfort. Ultra light backpackers will probably love this pack. The 26 liters seems to be accurate for size. I've only used it once so I can't speak to any durability questions but the material and construction seem to be of a very high quality.

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February 25, 2011

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April 17, 2011

Good one....

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Could anyone tell me the actual measurements of the pack straps

Could anyone tell me the actual measurements of the pack straps on the Verto measured from where they attach to the pack to the end of the padding?

I have a problem finding rucksacks with straps long enough. I’m a bit thick through shoulders and back, some say head also. I wear a size 48 jacket, and many pack straps fit me so that the buckles are right in my armpits, total misery.

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August 4, 2011

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Rating for this product: 5

A Backcountry Must Have

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May 25, 2011

I have always struggled between either using the undersized top pocket waist pack off my big pack or packing in a seperate pack when headed into the backcountry. This pack has solved that problem completely. It carries well and I found if I throw my thermarest lite seat (http://www.backcountry.com/therm-a-rest-lite-seat-camp-chair#review_200110152) inside along the backpanel it makes it even more comfortable. I can't think of very many trips that I won't be bringing this along, in turn it is a must have.

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does the north face verto have a place for a water bladder inside

does the north face verto have a place for a water bladder inside the pack and if so how big of water bladder can it hold.

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May 24, 2011

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It also has a reservoir hanger inside the pack, I have put a 100oz reservoir inside without a problem.

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May 25, 2011

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It does not have a dedicated pocket for a hydration bladder but does have an exit port so you can run a tube out of the pack from a bladder that is in the pack.

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May 24, 2011

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Rating for this product: 4

Awesome idea, not burly

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April 20, 2011

Great top-loader for alpine trips. You can use it as a stuff sack in your approach pack and break it out for light is right summit attempts.

I've tried multi-purposing this pack and using it for long trad multi-pitch, but you have to be careful with it here. It performs only mediocre in this role. No chimneys and no hauling for sure. After a single route, the pack developed 2 small holes in the nylon where it had scraped against sandstone. I patched them and took it as a lesson to not overuse this pack.

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Does it come with the cording on the front?

Does it come with the cording on the front?

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April 17, 2011

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It comes with two pieces of cording that are in the top lid pocket. You can lash them anywhere you want on the pack. They're not elastic or shock cord, basically just nylon cord with toggles for tightening or loosening.

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April 17, 2011

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Rating for this product: 5

Perfect pack

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May 20, 2011

I took this pack on a recent trip overseas. I was gone for a month and so it was perfect since it stored in its own pouch and I was able to shove it in my check baggage. I used it every day for everything from carrying a laptop and other daily necessities to backpacking and rock climbing. It held up very well and I had no issues with durability. It also did really well keeping everything dry in some light rain. I would highly recommend this pack for anyone looking for a compressible pack.

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Is there only one side pocket? If so, why not two?

Is there only one side pocket? If so, why not two?

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March 11, 2011

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I do not agree with Peter. the Verto is a summit bag ( you pack it in your backpack and on the day when you do you summit approach you use the pack ) so you do not need allot, one side pocket is good. you do not want to pack a lot it is minimalist type of a bag

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March 18, 2011

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It has only one, and it's to save weight that it doesn't have a second!

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March 12, 2011

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all ready to go

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February 25, 2011

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February 28, 2011

Loving the sweet carpet... :)

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I have been in the market for a summit pack for a long time, most are just too small. The Verto is nice and roomy, tho it is ment to be a summit pack more...

Very Light Summit Pack

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By: Ryan Hamilton August 29, 2011

If you're looking for a light, no frills summit pack, then you're in luck. This pack is super light, 13 oz, and packs down fairly small. 1"x4"x6". more...

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Material:
cargo chute nylon (100D) 
Waist-Belt:
yes, nylon strap 
Hydration Compatible:
yes 
Reservoir Included:
no 
Rain Cover:
no 
Access:
top 
Pockets:
2 zippered, 1 water bottle 
Snowboard Carry:
no 
Ski Carry:
no 
Climbing Gear Loops:
Ice Axe Loops:
Shovel Pocket:
no 
Weight:
11 oz 
Volume:
1600 cu in 
Recommended Use:
summit pushes, light-and-fast ascents, day hikes 
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime