CLOUDSPLITTER Ultra-Light Large Hiking Backpack
The Cloudsplitter is engineered for decades of multi-day treks. Ultra-light at just 4.5 lbs with a massive 59-liter capacity, dual aluminum stays, and built to carry 45 lbs comfortably, this professional-grade hiking backpack is hand-sewn in Schenectady, NY from abrasion and water-resistant materials including 1000D Cordura for serious backpackers.
Specifications
| Dimensions | Capacity | Weight | Load Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28"H x 16"W x 9"D | 59 liters | 4.5 lbs | Up to 45 lbs |
Features:
- Material: Packcloth or Diamond Ripstop with 1000D Cordura reinforcement
- Ultra-light: Only 4.5 lbs - lighter than most 40L packs, with 59L capacity
- Load capacity: Engineered suspension handles up to 45 lbs comfortably
- Fit range: Fits adults 5'4" to 6'4" with adjustable system
- Dual aluminum stays: Parallel flat stays provide excellent load distribution
- Load stabilizer straps: At top and hip-belt for perfect weight balance
- Adjustable sternum strap: Fine-tune fit for all-day comfort
- Adjustable backpack strap positioning: Custom fit for your torso length
- Hydration compatible: Ready for hydration bladder
- Ice axe carrier: Secure attachment for mountaineering gear
- Compression straps: Cinch down load for stability
- Multiple lash tabs: Attach extra gear externally
- Pockets: Large front (14" x 12" x 2.5") + small front (12.5" x 11.5" x 0.5")
- Zippers: YKK zippers, rated for 10,000 cycles
- Made in USA: Handcrafted in Schenectady, New York
Perfect For:
- Multi-day treks - 59-liter capacity for extended backcountry trips
- Thru-hiking - Ultra-light weight for long-distance trails
- Mountaineering - Ice axe carrier and technical features
- Backpacking - Professional-grade suspension for heavy loads
- Serious hikers - Engineered for decades of use
- Anyone who values ultra-light durability - Massive capacity without the weight
What Makes the CLOUDSPLITTER Special
Crafted by Hand in Upstate New York
- Hand-sewn by skilled craftspeople - Each CLOUDSPLITTER is made by experienced sewers in our Schenectady factory
- 50+ years of expertise - We've been perfecting hiking backpack design since 1970
- Precision construction - Every seam, every stitch placed with care and attention
- Made in America - Supporting American manufacturing and American jobs
- Quality you can feel - From the dual aluminum stays to the YKK zippers, craftsmanship shows in every detail
Ultra-Light Without Sacrificing Durability
- Only 4.5 lbs - Lighter than most 40L packs, with 59L capacity
- 59-liter capacity - Enough for multi-day treks without being bulky
- 45 lb load limit - Engineered suspension handles serious weight comfortably
- Fits adults 5'4" to 6'4" - Adjustable system works for a wide range of body types
- Dual aluminum stays - Parallel flat stays provide excellent load distribution
- Abrasion and water-resistant - 1000D Cordura reinforcement protects high-wear areas
The Tough Traveler Difference
Since 1970, we've been making bags the right way in Schenectady, New York. The Cloudsplitter represents our commitment to ultra-light engineering without sacrificing durability. Massive capacity meets ultra-light weight. When you choose American-made, you're choosing backpacks built by people who take pride in their craft, backpacks designed for decades of multi-day treks and backcountry adventures.
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