The Exped Lightning 45 is an extremely lightweight roll-top backpack for fast-and-light multi-night adventures, offering outstanding comfort, freedom of movement, and load-bearing stability. It has thru-hiking DNA with the carrying capacity of an internal frame pack. Its top-loading roll closure maximizes weatherproofing and allows expansion of the main compartment to accommodate extra gear when needed.
Zig-zag side compression straps and an over-the-top strap with Rapide Hookon the Lighting 45 secure the load to the frame. The Lightning employs a remarkably lightweight suspension system, the backbone of which is a stout, single aluminum stay that is secured to the lumbar pad for direct weight transfer to the user's hips. The padded shoulder yoke, with sternum strap, slides along the stay, allowing a wide range of vertical, micro-adjustment to precisely match the wearer's torso length while reducing contact points to a minimum.
Stretch pouches on each side hold water bottles, trekking poles or tent poles, and zippered stretch pockets on each hip belt wing hold small items for quick access. A weather-resistant-zippered pocket at the top of the frame holds and gives access to a hydration reservoir. A mesh inner pocket keeps valuables secure. A strong top haul loop and, a pair of ice axe loops and central daisy chain with attachment cords make Lightning mountaineering capable.
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