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    LIGHTWEIGHT PACKS

    Aug 24, 2022 5 minutes
    BY MARK WATSON

    MONTANE TRAILBLAZER 44

    $219/ 980g /44 litres

    FEATURES: The roll-top closing Trailblazer is built around the Montane Covalent harness, which is designed to hug the body for stability and load distribution. It's done by using wide, breathable shoulder straps and hip belt, dual sternum straps and a form-fitting frame that has just one alloy stay. Dual device/food pockets on the shoulder straps, large stretchy hip-belt pockets and a mesh overflow sleeve keep gear handy, while Z-style compression straps lock your load firmly. There are two walking pole attachments. 5/5

    FIT: The pack is only available in one size, but with an adjustable back length. It fitted very well and could be fine-tuned quickly and easily. Taller people might find it too short. 3/5

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