The Lightwave Wildtrek 70 is our absolute favourite for combining low weight (1.55kg) with a durably comfy carry. Combining super durable dynatech in key structural areas with micro ripstop polyester and nylon in the remainder of the bag to keep weight low and durability at an optimum. The welding process provides a watertight construction, i.e. no leaky unsealed seams, however, we still recommend using a rucksack liner as for technical reasons the seams attaching the back panel cannot be sealed (if you want to save the weight and hassle of a liner these are largely protected from the weather by your own back).
The back system is a fixed length but comes in 2 sizes, M2 and M3. When assessing which size to go for remember that typically people wear the hip-belt wrapped around the top of their pelvis, however, you may wear your rucksack differently, e.g. some climbers carry their rucksack around their waist and thus above the pelvis and therefore may prefer a rucksack with a shorter back length.
The harness has airmesh on all body contact areas. The hipbelt has a dual-element stiffened hip-belt with double adjustment which also helps stabilize the load and incorporates capacious stretch side pockets for "must keep this handy" items.
An outstanding feature is the watertight base compartment which is accessed externally but which sits flat when not in use. Other favourite features are the large top grab strap that helps you swing the rucksack on and off, the watertight lid and effective side compression straps which can be used even when the mesh side pockets are full.
Added to our range recently it has proven to be a hit already with customers looking for extra capacity if they need to take lots of camera gear, carry kit for a four legged friend or for long, unpredictable trips.
Features:
External lid pocket
Separate base compartment accessed from base
Internal sleeve for hydration bladder
2 x ice-axe/walking-pole holders
Side-compression straps
Stash pockets on hip-belt
Security pocket on inside of hip-belt
Side-compression straps
Welded and taped seams for improved water-resistance
Specifications:
Capacity: 70 litres
Weight: 1550g
Load: 12-18kg (30 kg max)
Frame: 8.00mm Ø 7001-T6 aluminium frame (removable)
Sizes: M2 (medium) / M3 (tall)
Fabrics:
420d Dynatech fabric on back panel and structural areas
300d micro-ripstop polyester on main front areas
Fast drying polyester knit fabric on all body contact areas
