Ultralight and still feels right.
At two pounds, Hyperlite Mountain Gear''s 3400 Windrider Backpack is one of the lightest backpacks equipped to handle weekend trips. Despite its ultralight weight, the Windrider is surprisingly comfortable and durable for long hikes. Its Dyneema Hardline suspension system includes spacer mesh foam at the shoulder straps, back panel, and waist belt, and there are supportive aluminum stays that you can remove for even less weight.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear made this pack out of the same Dyneema rope fabric used to catch climbers when they fall, so you know it will last for seasons. The Windrider also has a roll-top closure and taped seams for reliable protection in wet weather. There''s an internal sleeve styled for hydration reservoirs, and a loop designed for ice axes. The Windrider also has external mesh pockets, zippered waist belt pockets for valuables, and top and side compression straps for a secure load.
Dyneema Hardline suspension system
Removable aluminum stays
Padded, spacer mesh shoulder straps, back panel, and waist belt
Roll-top closure
Fully taped seams
Hydration compatible sleeve and port
Ice axe loop
External mesh pockets
Zippered waist belt pockets
Top and side compression straps
Item #HMG0005

MaterialDyneema
Volume55L (3356cu in)
Support/SuspensionDyneema Hardline, removable aluminum stays, padded back panel
Shoulder Strapssewn-in spacer mesh, 3/8-inch foam
Waist Beltyes
Hydration Compatibleyes
Reservoir Includedno
Accessroll-top
Pockets3 external mesh, 2 zippered waist belt
Ice Axe Carryyes
Compressionyes, top and sides
Claimed Weight[white] 2 lb, [black] 2 lb 1 oz
Recommended Useultralight backpacking
Manufacturer Warranty1 year