OVERVIEW The Skala(TM) 40L Hiking Pack is built for ambitious day hikes that demand more gear and greater range. The lightweight AlumaLite frame provides structural support for effective load carriage, while load lifters and an adjustable harness ensure a perfect fit. Featuring the easy-access RipZip Opening and a wide range of pockets, you&';ll be able to get to your most needed items whether they&';re at the top of your pack or somewhere in the middle. Keep your gear protected without being weighed down with the weather-resistant, lightweight Guardcore(TM) Nylon. The vented mesh back panel provides a channel of air to keep you cool and your pack in place no matter how far you roam. From stashing your trekking poles to having those fresh socks at the ready, the Skala(TM) 40L Hiking Pack is right there with you every step of the way. COMFORT THAT GOES A LONG WAY A vented, mesh back panel and padded, contoured shoulder straps with load lifters keep your back cool and dry and provide superior weight distribution. The pack&';s AlumaLite frame is lightweight and ultra-supportive, and Guardcore(TM) Nylon makes this pack as light as it is strong. MADE TO FIT The pack&';s harness micro adjusts to accommodate torsos small and tall for a balanced fit on the most uneven terrain. EASY TO ACCESS Equipped with a pull-to-open RipZip feature, you&';ve got a clear view and rapid access to everything you need inside your pack. Plus, stretch-woven hydration holsters sit snugly against your pack to keep your water within optimal reach. Take on the steepest grades and longest days. Lightweight AlumaLite frame for a supported and comfortable carry Load lifters and adjustable harness for supreme weight distribution and custom fit Guardcore(TM) Nylon makes this pack as light as it is strong Pull-to-open RipZip feature for quick and easy access Vented mesh back panel keeps air flowing so your back stays cool and dry Various internal and external pockets for easy organization Shoulder strap designed to accommodate women&';s torsos