HYPERLITE PORTER BACKPACK REVIEW

USPA NEWS - The Porter 3400 gives mountaineers, hikers, multi-discipline adventurers and day-tripping packrafters a variety of options providing the capability for trip-specific customization. With its streamlined design plus a multitude of attachment points,this is a must have camping pack.

This 55 liter, 33 oz. (936 gram) ultralight pack is fifteen liters smaller than our 4400 model but includes all the same features including four vertical daisy chains for lashing paddles, snowshoes, or a helmet. This model also has great pack volume for traveling in areas where you need to carry a bear canister.

The Porter 3400 includes a Y-top compression over the roll-top closure, two vertical compression straps, six side compression straps, removable shaped aluminum stays, an internal zipper pocket, a double-reinforced 150d bottom, and features a padded wrap-around hip belt that keeps the pack snug to your waist and allows the load to rest on hips rather than shoulders.

New features for 2014 include fully sealed side seams for improved water resistance, a more durable double-reinforced 150d pack bottom, added hip-belt length and re-designed hip-belt pockets for improved utility. Constructed from our Cuben/50d Poly hybrid fabric, a rain cover is not necessary, particularly when used with Cuben fiber stuff sacks as an added layer of water-resistant security. Recommended carrying capacity range is 20-40 lbs. For extra external carrying capacity, try the Porter Stuff Pocket, an attachable external mesh pocket available in the accessories section of the website. Note: This pack can be custom-fitted to carry skis upon telephone request. 2.1lbs : 33oz : 936g

HYPERLITE PORTER BACKPACK

I learned to backpack through trial-and-error. “” a decade and 10,000 miles later, I´m fairly competent out there. But, if I was just getting into backpacking today, hopefully I would have the sense to R&D those who have already figured it out.“ Given the quality of backpacking gear and the body of backpacking knowledge that exists today, there´s simply no reason to waste your money and your time learning the hard way.Just spend the money and get a Hyperlite backpack. It is so LIGHTWEIGHT!! Cuben fiber is lightweight, highly durable, and is 50-70% lighter than Kevlar, four times stronger than Kevlar, and allows flex without losing strength. It is also less than half the weight of silnylon, has low specific gravity (floats on water).

THIS IS MY BEST PICK FOR A CAMPING BACKPACK

Hyperlite Mountain Gear (HMG) is committed to researching, developing, and keeping up to date with the latest advancements in materials technology in order to deliver products that achieve an optimal balance between strength, weight and performance. In striving to achieve this balance, you best believe that, ounce-for-ounce, there products are the most durable lightweight and ultralight gear available contributing to increased performance and increased enjoyment of your sport.