Recommended uses:

Thru-hiking

General backpacking

Ultralight backpacking

Weekend trips

New! Adjustable torso sizing! The full wrap hip belt allows the torso size to be adjusted by up to 3".

Check out our article on our new Ecopak fabrics!

The Ultralight Long Haul has all of the same features as our classic Long Haul pack, but it is made out of Ultra200X Ecopak, a very durable UHMWPE fabric. This fabric is much more durable than your typical nylon or polyester fabric, but is also much lighter than other 200D fabrics. It is also laminated which makes the fabric fully waterporoof. This makes for a very durable, light and water resistant pack.

The Long Haul is a medium to large capacity ultralight internal frame backpack that is a great do-all pack. If you have to pick one backpack to handle all of your backpacking needs this pack will get the job done no matter what the adventure calls for. It is a great choice for any thru-hike!

This pack is very intuitive and easy to use. We've left off any unnecessary features so that you can spend less time fussing with your pack and more time on trail. It can be ran with as little as two buckles, one on the roll top and one on the hip belt which means there is little hardware to break. Or you can load it up with compression straps and external strapping if you need the extra storage space.

The 40L pack has a max internal capacity of 40L and compresses down to a compact 25L when rolled all the way down.

The Long Haul is a very comfortable and easy to use pack with a very capable frame and suspension system that can handle up to 40lbs if you need it to. Loads of 30lbs or less are optimal and will feel like you are floating down the trail.

Endless attachment points make it easy to customize the pack to your own needs even from trip to trip. Modular compression, bottom straps and various top strap styles make it easy to add extrenal gear storage if you find yourself needing extra storage space on any given trip. When the compression straps are removed there is no hardware leftover which makes for a very clean aesthetic and minimal weight.

The pack comes stock with a lycra pad sleeve on the back panel and a foam sit pad which can be used as a seat while taking breaks. The pad sleeve is made out of very durable Venom Mesh which is reinforced with UHMWPE fibers.

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Ultralight Long Haul 40L - Internal Frame

$379.00

Quantity

40L specs:

Dimensions when empty:

40L internal/50L when utilizing outer storage pockets

Minimum Capcity: 25L internal/35L when utilizing outer storage

Bottom Circumference: 32.5"

Top Circumference: 34.5"

Unrolled Height: 35"

Packed/Rolled Dimensions: (Used to calculate internal volume)

32.5" lower circ

34.5" upper circ

29" height

Weight breakdown:

Base Weight of the pack: 27.6oz

Pack body - 22oz

One pair of side compression straps - .75oz per pair

Top strap - .85oz

Aluminum stays - 4oz (med short)

Foam back pad - .8oz

Sternum strap - .5oz

Roll top Stiffener - .3oz

Total weight of all removable items - 7.2oz

Total weight with all included accessories: 29.2oz
Torso Sizing:

Sm 15"-16"-17"

Med 17"-18"-19"

Lg 19"-20"-21"

If you are on the upper end of a torso size we recommend sizing up.

To measure your torso size you will need to measure from your C7 Vertebrae down to your iliac crest/hip shelf. To get the most accurate measurement, it is best to have someone else measure your back with a flexible measuring tape. The measurement will most likely fall somewhere within our sizing chart. If you do not fall somewhere in our sizing chart shoot us an email and we can discuss custom torso sizing.

The goal for packs with a padded hip belt is to get the belt to ride so that the center line is close to riding on your hip bones. That way you will get the best load transfer to your hips, removing a bulk of the load from your shoulders.

Hip Belt Sizing:

26" belt for waist sizes 26-30"

30" belt for waist sizes 30-34"

34" belt for waist sizes 34" and up

We currently offer three hip belt sizes which are 26", 30" and 34". Each measurement is referring to the amount of padding that the belt will have. Each hip belt will come with enough adjustable webbing to fit up to about a 50" waist or so.

To find your correct hip belt size you will need to measure the circumference around your hips rather than your waist size. This measurement should be at least 4" larger than the padded portion of the hip belt.

When in doubt size down, as you do not want the belt to be too large. If the hip belt is too big, you will not be able to tighten the belt down all the way making for poor load transfer to your hips.

If you want a lighter pack/hip belt you can always size down on the belt. This will however make hip belt pockets less accessible while wearing the pack.

Frame Size:

The Long Haul comes with our standard frame which is made out of 7075 aluminum and can handle loads of up to 40lbs very comfortably.
While the comfort rating on packs is a bit subjective, here is what we have found in our testing of our packs.

The Long Haul can comfortably carry up to about 40-45lbs provided you have the correct torso and hip belt size.

50lbs is about the max recommend carrying capacity. If you will regularly be carrying above 40lbs we recommend going for the Wendigo or Big Wild Packs.

35-40lbs will be comfortable for long days on the trail.

30lbs and under will feel like there is almost nothing in the pack at all.
Our packs are hand-made by us right here in Michigan and are constructed using the finest materials and the best construction methods. These packs are ready to handle anything you can throw at them, and will give you thousands of miles of use.

All stress points are reinforced and bar tacked.

Our packs are very water resistant and are made out of completely waterproof fabric. The optional seam sealing will make the packs very water resistant, but a pack liner is still recommended especially for important items.
Side pockets are Ultra200X Black

Back panel is Ultra200X

Front pocket and pad sleeve are made using very durable/stretchy Venom Mesh which is reinforced with UHMWPE fibers.

Bottom panel is made out of of Ultra200X in black color.

The front and side panels are offered in either grey Ultra100X or Ultra200X in black color.

Our new packs are made using a more environmentally friendly line of laminated fabrics.

The proprietary Challenge RUV recycled film backing is 100% recycled and 97% UV Resistant. Every yard of ECOPAK™ saves over one pound of CO2, compared to Nylon pack fabric. ECOPAK™ contains no harmful TPU, PVC, DWR or other coatings. CO2 emissions from manufacturing our recycled polyester are: 50% lower than Nylon 38% lower than virgin filmcomparable to organic cotton

Our shoulder straps and hip belt wings are made out of 1/2" thick evazote foams. These are the most resilient and longest lasting foams that we can find. They will give you many years of use without flattening out.
Included Features:

*The removable belt option is the same belt that comes on our Big Wild Packs. This belt is great for load hauling and if you want to have the capability to swap out belt sizes on your pack. The removable belt also makes the torso size adjustable by 3". The removable belt adds approximately 1.5-2oz to the stated pack weights.

Contoured pack body makes for a glove-like fit. This also makes the pack easier to pack and prevents barreling.

Front pocket made out of very durably and stretchy Venom Mesh

Side pockets. Big enough for a full day of food, water and extra gear, or two 1L smartwater bottles in each pocket. The 35 and 40L packs come with our small side pockets as seen on the Superior Packs. The 50L pack comes with the bigger side pockets as seen on the Long Haul 50.

Very supportive hip belt with great load transfer. Connected directly to the frame. Made out of 1/2" evazote foam.

Dual adjust hip belt tensioner.

Ultra comfy S shaped shoulder straps. Made out of 1/2" evazote foam.

Load lifters.

Internal frame featuring two removable aluminum stays made out of 7075 aluminum, which won't deform under heavy loads.

Pad sleeve made out of very durable Venom Mesh, and a removable foam back pad/sit pad.

Removable sternum strap.

Two side compression straps - Fully removable

4 attachment points on each side panel for adding additional compression straps.

Bottom strap attachment points. (straps sold separately)

Roll-Top/Dry-bag style top closure with stiffener for easy rolling.

Single top strap - fully removable.

3 Top strap attachment points for customized top strap placement.

Attachment points for roll top side compression. (Straps sold separately)

Haul loop.

Bear canister compatible.

Waterproof material.

Ultralight Long Haul 40L - Internal Frame

Specs

Sizing Guide

Load Carrying Capacity

Pack Construction

Fabrics and Materials

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