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Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack

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The ShadowLight™ Ultralight backpack brings a new meaning to "ultralight backpacking". No longer do you have to sacrifice everything to get below a 2 lb pack weight!

Shadowlight- named for its ultralight weight and how well it rides on your back. Due to its geometry and weight, it feels like an extension of your body.

  • Ultralight and Ultra Comfortable: Coming in at under 2 lbs (including a durable 24 in. frame & wide hip belt,) it comfortably carries up to 35+ lbs. The shoulder straps, hip belt, & removable back panel were all crafted to fit anatomically, making the Shadowlight Backpack feel more like an extension of your body.
  • Ultralight With Extra Organization and Access: The Shadowlight Backpack is equipped with side pockets, large hip belt pockets, stretch-mesh pockets, & a full length main panel entry zipper to keep you organized on the trail while keeping your pack weight under 2 lbs. The adjustable roll-top gives you additional access & customizable space for packing.
  • High Strength Ultralight Fabric: We used our own special Spectra / Robic Ripstop fabric, which gives you the benefits of both a high tenacity nylon & UHMWPE fibers! Enjoy the strength and durability of a much heavier fabric, but now in an ultralight package.

Embrace a better kind of ultralight exploration that doesn't sacrifice comfort & organization with the Shadowlight Backpack.

45L: 1 lb 14.5 oz

60L: 1 lb 15.5 oz

Features:

Roll-top enclosure, with front center zip access

Top cinch strap to further secure roll-top or to strap on pads, tents, etc.

Self compressing bottom curve to keep your load higher & closer to your back

Front - 2 stretch fabric pockets to hold extra gear

Hip Belt - 2 hip belt zippered pockets with key clip

Sides - 2 Water bottle pockets, with a pocket above to hold even more gear

Removable hip belt

Removable aluminum frame (We recommend you only remove the frame if you intend to go frameless long-term, it is very difficult to put back in place properly)

Removable back pad that also doubles as a sit pad

Reinforced fabric on underside of pack & pockets

 

Technology:

  • Sizes: 45L, 60L (includes external pockets, but excludes extra space from the roll top)
  • Volume: 45L - (35L main compartment, pockets are 10L, then the rolltop is bonus 10L)
    60L - (50L Main compartment, pockets are 10L, then the rolltop is bonus 10L, Stretch mesh is bonus as well)
  • Fabrics: 100D Robic Nylon w/ 200D Spectra Ripstop, 210D Robic Nylon w/ 400D Spectra Ripstop
  • Water Resistance: WP Rating 1500 mm HH
    Internal Frame: 24" (vertical) Aluminum Alloy
  • Zippers: YKK
  • Hardware: Duraflex plastic hardware
  • Fits up to: 40" Pant Waist
  • Max Recommended Carry Weight: 35 lbs
  • Hydration Compatible: This pack can be used with most water bladders if desired
  • Main Dimensions: 45L: 24" x 11" x 6.5"
    60L: 24" x 11" x 7.5"
  • Hip Belt Dimensions (not including webbing):
    S - 28.5” length, pockets 5.5" x 2.5”
    M - 31” length, pockets 6.5" x 2.5”
    L - 34” length, pockets 6.5" x 2.5”
  • Warranty: Outdoor Vitals Performance Promise

 

 

Shadowlight Dimensions

Pack Dimensions:

  • 45L: 24" x 11" x 6.5"
  • 60L: 24" x 11" x 7.5"

Hip Belt Dimensions (not including webbing):

  • S - 28.5” length, pockets 5.5" x 2.5”
  • M - 31” length, pockets 6.5" x 2.5”
  • L - 34” length, pockets 6.5" x 2.5”

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Customer Reviews

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Jennifer Copeland
Double check sizes, runs a bit bigger.

I love this pack. 60L Shadowlight in blue. I went by size charts provided to fit me. I am 5'3", 120#s. I have M pack and M belt, based on charts. M belt is too large for me to get my pack zeroed in. Now I have to order a replacement S belt; they are out of stock... I am maxed out on current M belt, tightened completely. Now I have to wait... Very disappointed with my first OV purchase.

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Steven Goldberg
Nice design. Carries well.

Nice design. Carries well.

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G.N.
Good pack, but small

Finally got to take it on a 4 day trip. I enjoyed everything about the pack, although it was a slightly painful experience. Most liked feature, the stretch mesh. You can really stuff a lot of gear in them. I also used the sit pad on one occasion, so it does come in handy.
According to the size chart, at 6' tall, and 32 inch inseam, I should get a medium. Wanting extra space, and doubtful on the accuracy of the chart, I ordered a Tall. Glad I did, but the Tall is too small for me. It needed to be about 1.5 inches taller for a perfect fit. There is no way that a medium would have fit me. In reality, they need to make an XL size for people 6' and over. The most apparent problem for this pack is the shoulder pain from it not being tall enough. You end up carrying too much weight on the shoulders, due to this and the waist belt. The waist belt has 1-inch webbing. Once it gets sweaty, it does not hold its position, and I found myself having to tighten the belt every 30-45 minutes. A two-inch belt would have been well worth the extra weight to eliminate this problem. My only other suggestion...the 1/4 inch webbing that goes over the top of the bag, I used it to lash equipment on top. If the roll-top is full, the webbing is not long enough to go over the top. It needs to be 3 inches longer.

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Steve Gold
Just Right!

I really like the backpack. It is light weight and durable. It was just right for a 5 day back country trip at Philmont Scout Ranch, and caring some crew gear. With the sizing options, I was able to fit the pack almost perfectly to my body, thus allowing for better weight distribution. Best backpack so far.

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Maria

This pack is awesome. Love the pockets for organization. It’s also very comfortable. I don’t normally carry more than 25 lbs but my first time out with this pack I was at 29 lbs and it was more comfortable than any pack I’ve ever used. The front zipper was super convenient to shove things in as the day warmed up.