Full-featured for extended backpacking and expeditions, Bora 95--now with improved fabrics--holds all you can carry and more! * V-stay suspension system transfers the load... more
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Full-featured for extended backpacking and expeditions, Bora 95--now with improved fabrics--holds all you can carry and more!
* V-stay suspension system transfers the load weight to your center of gravity
* Laminated, four-layer foam hipbelt is thermo-formed to fit the shape of your hips and reduce pressure points; adjustable angle offers individual fit
* Anatomically-curved, padded shoulder straps distribute the load
* Thermo-formed foam back panel features ventilation channels to keep you cool
* Large, self-draining front kangaroo pocket holds bulky or wet gear; accessible from top or front
* Zippered, lower sleeping bag compartment is created by the adjustable, roll-up divider
* Top lid pocket removes to become a waist pack for summit attempts or short day hikes
* Features a hydration-ready sleeve for holding a 100 fluid ounce reservoir and an exit port for drinking tube (reservoir sold separately)
* Eliminating zipper flaps, the easy-to-use WaterTighttm zippers are specially designed for extreme wet weather protection
* Made of RipStormtm nylon for abrasion resistance and 420-denier WaterTighttm fabric, an impregnated polyurethane backing for water resistance
* Available in Small, Medium and Large. Specification for torso/ waist and hips/ base volume and weight are as follows:
* Small - 16-19 in. / 27-32 in. / 5,250 cu. in. / 86 liters / 7 lbs. 1 oz.
* Medium - 18-21 in. / 32-37 in. / 5,550 cu. in. / 92 liters / 7 lbs. 6 oz.
* Large - 20-23 in. / 37-42 in. / 6,040 cu. in. / 99 liters / 7 lbs. 12 oz.
Advantages: Well built, Good load transfer, Non sweat back system Disadvantages: Heavy, looks slightly odd, Occipital cavity doesnt work, front pocket opening too small.
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Of course berghaus arent unique in using this method of sizing, a number of firms use it but the vast majorty of packs are adjustable/
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Advantages: Just genius designers Disadvantages: NONE NONE, buy buy
...variations more suitable for a specific purpose the rouge large more load space. Both the bladder and the sack itself are larger so you can carry more chocolate! LOL
I now there are versions for snowboarders with special anti-Freeze mouth parts.
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