Shadowlight Carbon 60 Backpack

Ultralight Comfort. Full-Feature Design. Built to Go the Distance.

The Shadowlight™ Backpack redefines what’s possible in the ultralight category. Weighing just 31.5 oz (size M)—including a full suspension frame and wide padded hip belt—it delivers exceptional comfort, durability, and load carry performance at a sub-2 lb weight. With 60L of total capacity (49L main + 15L external), it’s the ideal pack for everything from backpacking weekends to thru-hikes on rugged, high-mileage trails.

Built around our new CARBONFLEX™ Suspension, the Shadowlight comfortably carries 40 lbs, making it a rare ultralight pack that won’t punish you when fully loaded. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned ultralight backpacker, the Shadowlight’s approachable design and dialed-in features make it intuitive, reliable, and trail-proven.

Key Features:

• CARBONFLEX™ Suspension System
  Includes two carbon fiber frame stays, a redesigned foam back panel with cutouts, and a refined hip belt for maximized contact and pressure distribution. Carries heavy loads with surprising ease—especially on rough trails.
• Ultralight Build with Full Functionality
  At under 2 lbs, you still get 4 side pockets, dual zippered hip belt pockets, oversized UltraStretch™ mesh rear pockets, a full-length center zipper, and lash loops—all without sacrificing weight or comfort.
• Expandable Storage
  Main compartment holds 49L rolled, with an additional 15L+ of external pocket volume for wet gear, layers, and quick-grab items. Side pockets now offer more volume, while UltraStretch™ upgrades improve durability and retention.
• Durable, High-Tech Materials Constructed from Spectra/Robic ripstop fabric—a proprietary blend that balances high tenacity nylon and UHMWPE fibers—for abrasion resistance without the weight penalty.

Why Choose the Shadowlight™?

Because ultralight shouldn’t mean uncomfortable. With its dialed suspension, smart features, and balanced carry, the Shadowlight feels more like an extension of your body than a burden on your back. Whether you're climbing alpine passes or covering 25-mile days, this pack helps you go farther—with less.

Sub-2 lb Weight. Full-Frame Comfort. No Compromises.

Weight: 31.5 oz (size M with M hip belt)

Tech Specs:

• Weight: 31.5 oz (size M with M hip belt)
  
• Volume: 49L main + 15L external pockets = 64L total
  
• Main Fabric: 100D Robic Nylon w/ 200D Spectra Ripstop
  
• Bottom Panel Fabric: 210D Robic Nylon w/ 400D Spectra Ripstop
  
• Water Resistance: WP Rating 1500 mm HH
  
• Suspension Height: 24" (M & L) | 22" (S)
  
• Bag Sizes: Short, Medium, Tall
  
• Hip Belt Sizes: XS – XL
  
• Zippers: YKK
  
• Max Recommended Carry Weight: 40 lbs
  
• Hydration Compatible: This pack can be used with most water bladders if desired
  
• Colors: Carbon Gray
  
• Warranty: Outdoor Vitals Performance Promise

Thoughtful Design Features:

• CARBONFLEX™ Suspension System is our most comfortable frame, harness, & load lift system yet (learn more in next drop-down)
  
• Anatomically curved carbon fiber frame stays with functional load lifters keeps your pack weight distributed correctly & comfortably
  
• Top Y-strap for load stability or securing additional items
  
• Roll-top closure with top cinch strap for securing gear like pads or shelters
  
• Center zip main panel access for easy loading/unloading
  
• Self-compressing curved bottom keeps the load high and close
  
• Improved hip belt contact for increased comfort & functionality
  
• Dual anchor belt system for more comfortable pressure distribution & easier belt adjustments
  
• Removable hip belt for added versatility
  
• Reinforced bottom panel and pocket bases for long-term durability
  
• Two durable UltraStretch™ Mesh front pockets for overflow storage and wet gear (more in next drop-down)
  
• Two side bottle pockets that fit two 1 liter bottles each
  
• Cinchable upper side pockets to safely store smaller items
  
• Zippered hip belt pockets with improved zippers and key clip
  
• Ice axe/trekking pole attachment loops
  
• External Lashing Loops for attaching additional gear to the pack
  
• Removable hydration sleeve
  

CARBONFLEX™ Suspension System: This is our most comfortable backpack suspension system yet, with precisely tuned carbon fiber frame stays, a wrap-around hip belt fit, functional load lifters, & our proprietary shoulder strap design.  

This system involves:

• 2 carbon fiber frame stays tuned perfectly to support your load while conforming to your body motion
• a fixed foam back panel with cutouts for both breathability & optimized flex to fit your body's contours
• a refined wide hip belt that wraps further around your torso, giving your more contact for better support & increased comfort
• Contoured shoulder straps with cutouts to allow the foam to bend in just the right places as you move & allow for better breathability

Specially Tuned Carbon Fiber

Targeted Foam Cutouts

Wrap-Around Hip Belt Fit

Challenge UltraStretch™ Mesh

The Shadowlight Carbon 60 Backpack utilizes UltraStretch™ Mesh for the 2 large pockets on the front of the pack. This is the most cut, tear, & abrasion resistant stretch mesh on the market for this ultralight category. 

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