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Stable carry for bigger hill days
Rab says:
Equipped for all-mountain day hikes with a stable, close-fitting carry system, this adaptable 35L pack is great for pushing the pace on any terrain. Packed with features and impressively comfortable, it's the multi-tool of backpacks.
When you need one pack for all your day adventures, the Protium offers impressive multi-activity versatility. With a body-contouring back system that flexes as you move, it’s equipped for all-mountain day hikes, scrambles, and pushing the pace on any terrain. Its slick, streamlined appearance and adaptable storage features combine to create a modern do-it-all pack that you’ll take wherever you’re headed.
Our Verdict
The Protium 35 feels built around a close, stable carry rather than maximum back ventilation. The Air Contour back system uses a semi-rigid panel that supports the load while still flexing with movement, which makes sense for scrambling, rough paths and fuller day loads. At 1043g, plus a 68g rain cover, it is not a minimalist 35-litre pack, but the weight brings useful structure, adjustable back length, compression straps and a supportive hipbelt.
The storage is well judged, with large stretch front and side pockets for quick-access layers, zipped hipbelt pockets for snacks or frequently used items you need close at hand, and internal and external lid pockets for smaller essentials. The 35-litre capacity is best for long mountain days, hut-to-hut use and very light overnighters where stability and organisation matter most.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Vacuum formed, precurved and moulded ABS back panel with semi rigid structure, maintains shape of pack whilst flexing with the body
- Adjustable back length for personalised fit
- Forward pull hipbelt for easy adjustment
- Dual point lid with internal and external zipped pockets
- Internal and external lid zipped pockets for easy access to frequently used items
- Secure internal zipped pocket perfect for valuables
- Large stretch mesh front and side pockets, great for easy gear stash
- Zipped hipbelt pockets perfect for snacks, gels or compass
- Rain cover for complete weather protection
- Walking pole attachment loops with bungee retention system
- Single sided edgebound harness provides extra comfort on long days
Specifications
- Weight: 1043g
- Raincover weight: 68g
- Dimension: 64 x 28 x 26cm
- Capacity: 35lt / 2.136cu.in
- Back system: Air Contour™
- Back length: 19-21" / 48-53cm
Material & Construction
- 100D ROBIC® Nylon Ripstop with Hydrosheild Coating
- 70D X 140D Nylon with TriShield Coating
- Main: 100% Nylon, Lining: 100% Polyester
