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Aarn Packs says:
The perfect backpack does... exist! It is balanced, comfortable and ready to follow you in any adventures.
At Aarn, when we say that our packs are incredibly comfortable, we really mean it.
Free-movement harness system, fully customizable fit and Balance System, the popular Featherlite Freedom has it all! Sore shoulders and painful back will become a memory from the past, even on the longest trails. You can be sure that you will be looking forward to putting your pack on.
The Aarn Balance Pockets Sport are included with the pack for instant gear access, increased agility and energy-efficiency. The pockets will counterbalance the load carried on your back so you may not even feel like you’re carrying all that gear!
Our Verdict
We're working out what we think about Aarn Pack's Featherlite Freedom 55L Rucksack, we'll add our comments here in due course.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
U-Flow Shoulder Harness:
- U-Flow shoulder straps allow free shoulder movement while ensuring optimal pack stability, reducing fatigue buildup, and increasing your balance.
- Breathable stretch 3D mesh that auto-moulds to the natural slope of your shoulders.
- Back length adjustable while wearing the pack for a dialed-in fit.
Dynamic Pelvic-Form Hip Belt:
- Dual-adjust hip belt tensioning system allows for fine-tuning of the hip belt.
- Hip belt angle is micro-adjustable to allow a perfect match to your pelvic shape.
- U-Flow system ensures that the hip belt follows the natural movements of your hips. The hip belt is held by a central point to the main body of the pack, allowing the hip belt to both rotate side to side with the hip movement and pivot forward, away from the bottom of the pack. This increases your balance and agility and reduces the accumulation of fatigue on your body.
- The structure of the hip belt ensures an optimum load transfer towards the hips to lessen the pressure on the shoulders.
- The breathable 3D mesh used on the upper part of the hip belt wraps perfectly over the top of your iliac crest, offering superior comfort and support for long hours on the move.
- Quick-release buckle allows you to easily unclip the belt with one hand.
- Attachment points for interchangeable Balance Pockets.
Suspended Mesh Back Panel:
- Auto-moulds to your back shape.
- Maintains an air gap for back ventilation keeping you cool and dry
Additional Features:
- Slim side profile to reduce the backward pull on the shoulders.
- Roll-top lid.
- One large front mesh pocket and two deep side pockets.
- Front compression drawcord to secure some extra gear and compress your pack down.
Two trekking pole attachments - Two ice axe attachments.
Dry liner. - Bladder attachment loop and tube exit.
Lasso locs tabs on the outside of the pack give you the option to add some Lasso Locs (2x included) for extra storage or compression. The tabs are also compatible with our Ski Straps and Snowshoe Straps (not included). - Option to add a Bear canister holder (not included) when carrying a bear can.
- Aarn Balance Pockets Sports 10L included for a balanced system and easy access to your gear. The pockets come with water-resistant liners and one crossbody sling.
Specifications
Medium -
- Total Weight: 1873g
- Weight: 1419g (ex pockets)
- Pocket Weight: 227g (per pocket)
- Dimensions: W 37cm x D 25cm x H 65cm / W 14.5in x D 9.8in x H 25.6in
- Capacity: 65L
Medium back: 55L + 10L in the pockets - Max Load: 17kg/37.4lbs
Large -
- Total Weight: 1963g
- Weight: 1509g (ex pockets)
- Pocket Weight: 227g (per pocket)
- Capacity: 75L
Long back: 65L + 10L in the pockets - Max Load: 17kg/37.4lbs
Material & Construction
- Main: 100D Nylon Robic Ripstop
- Bottom: 210D Robic Gridstop with UHMWPE
- Liner: Nylon 190T
