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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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Parker Greene
Amazing bag!

I love my OV bag! First one I have bought and won’t go back.

Only issues is deciding between the Tall and Regular - mine is Regular but feels short on the straps so maybe consider the Tall - I’m 6’1 for reference.

Regardless amazing bag and would buy again.

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Canyon
Beautiful backpack

This backpack is everything I hoped it would be. Easy access to the inside, very comfortable on my hips (my previous backpack gave me blisters there). The shoulder straps are thinner but wider and still comfortable. The bottom pockets each hold 2 1-liter water bottles, the longer gear like my chair and tent poles can go into the two front pockets. I’m not sure how I’ll use the two high side pockets - maybe that’s where I’ll cold-soak my dinner as I walk. The back of my head hit the frame top but I wrapped a little bubble wraparound it and it will be ok. I’m mostly looking down when I walk anyway. The 45 liter is a perfect size for carrying colder weather bedding and jacket along with my regular gear. This will be a good companion for the next section of the CDT. Thank you Outdoor Vitals!

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Steven Bradford
Shadowlight 60 L Backpack

I haven’t had a chance to take this pack out on a trip yet, however I have loaded it up with gear and tested the fit and comfort of the pack in general. For starters, the pack is very comfortable and the hip belt is super wide and feels really nice. The load lifters do a really nice job of taking the weight off your shoulders and transferring it to your hips. I didn’t have any problems fitting my gear into this pack, including my winter gear. The quality of the workmanship and the materials used to make this pack is fantastic and the price is unbeatable for a quality ultralight backpack. If I could change anything on this pack it would be: I would like to see a more robust and bigger Y strap that goes over the top of the pack. I would like to see a piece of Velcro that goes all the way across the opening of the top of the pack, I feel like it would be more secure and roll down better. Finally, I wish that after I have it closed and rolled down I could buckle it on each side and cinch it down instead of just buckling it closed on top. With all that said, this is a really nice backpack and I can’t wait to get it out on the trail. I look forward to purchasing other pieces of gear from Outdoor Vitals in the future.

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Michael Greenough
Finally found what I needed!

Just received my Shadowlight in time for a quick trip to the Big Island this week. After originally ordering a KOTA UL and with part-time care giving added into the mix of activities, the KOTA was just too small for my use as a regular travel pack and for backpacking/hiking needs. I would love to have a 50-65L version of the KOTA as it was by far one of the best packs that I have owned (even if briefly), but the Shadowlight will be more than adequate for my needs when traveling and backpacking/hiking.

Can't thank Nerissa enough for taking care of my concerns/needs in getting a pack that does the job on so many fronts for me - I love my Shadowlight!

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Robert Girard
Comfortable and Light

Received my Shadowlight 60L a couple weeks ago and finally took it out on its maiden hike. I usually hike with a 45L pack, the extra room in the new pack was perfect for those extra items that get brought as the temperatures fall. All in, 20lb load, very comfortable during the 14 mile hike, hip belt was very comfortable and was contoured perfectly, with no hot spots…very nice. Shoulder straps felt a little thin at first, but I honestly didn’t need any additional padding, also very comfortable. With all of the external pockets, there was no lack with finding a spot to stow an extra bit of clothing during during the hike. It’s early in my Shadowlight ownership, but I can predict my first impressions will not change, it’s a really solid UL pack. The next real test will be on an easy 4 day section hike that should be a good shakedown with a larger load.