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Arc'teryx Needle 55 Backpack - 3112-3356 cu in

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Arc'teryx Needle 55 Backpack - 3112-3356 cu in information:

The Arc'Teryx Needle 55 Backpack is the weapon of choice for long alpine ascents. Combining Arc'teryx's trail proven suspension with a modular design, the Needle 55 is a light and stable way to carry your self upward. A HDPE framesheet and aluminum stays are internally mounted for maximum stability, while a Thermoformed backpanel rests against your body. To make sure you're comfortable throughout your climb, Arc'Teryx designed the Needle 55 with Thermoformed shoulder straps and a pre-formed hipbelt that disperse the load and take weight from your shoulders. The top lid and accordion front pocket extend the volume of this pack for extended stays at elevation. This is a hydration ready pack with plenty of gear carrying options. *Available for US shipment only.

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Arcteryx Needle 55 (mens med.)
I carried the Needle 55 on a 22 mile, 3 day loop combining the North Country and Manistee River trails. My pack weight was about 36 lb. including water and food. The pack supported the load very well and transferred weight to my hips as well as any pack I have used. The hip belt fit snug and the shoulder straps were never too tight. As for the pack bag, I liked the top loading style for its ease and speed of packing my gear, and the front accordion pocket kept rain gear, snacks and other quick access items readily at hand. Another nice feature is the hose port for the hydration bladder. It made removing and packing the bladder an easy task. My only nit pic is the absence of a bladder sleeve. There is a hook inside located near the top of the pack bag which could be used for hanging a bladder, but I found it easier to simply pack the bladder on the side (inside) near the middle of the pack. I think the hook would work best for hanging a bladder if the pack is used as a day pack. The fabric is as tough as you will find and virtually water proof, eliminating the need for a pack cover. Based on this experience I am intending to carry the Needle 55 in the North Cascades this August.

Needle 55
Familiar with previous quality and design from Arc'teryx it was no surprise that my 4 day trip in early OCT to the High Sierra carrying the Needle 55 was a total success. The pack is light but not minimalist. It carries the load extremely well. The hip belt is thermo molded (Arc'teryx pioneered that) and it distributes the load like nobody else. The shoulder straps despite being small did the job superbly. Size and shape is ideal for weekend trips up to 4/5 days, that's if you know how to travel light. For people taking the kitchen sink with them, look for a larger pack. Despite six other packs that I own, this one is now my favorite. My only minor concern: having a rather long back myself, the pack was at its limit as far as sizing.

Needle 55 - A Great Pack
I just got back from a 5-day trek along the Bechler River in Yellowstone – about as nice a trip as you could ask for. I have an ArcTeryx Bora 95 I use for bigger trips, so the Needle 55 I used at Yellowstone was just right for a 5-day trek in summer. The fabric is virtually indestructible, and waterproof even without the pack cover, and the shoulder harnesses are firm and easily adjusted. I needed to add some closed-cell foam at the base of the back pad on the hip belt, but other than that the fit was perfect right out of the box.

Nice Bag
I recently went to France in the alps to climb the Mont-Blanc, the bag went fine, the only thing is, the bag is NOT waterproof but WATER RESISTANT. After an hour under a heavy rain it was wet inside. other than that it's a great bag.

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