Hyperlite Mountain Gear Windrider 55

Specs

  • Weight 1 lb., 15.6 oz. (white); 2 lbs., 2.5 oz. (black)
  • Volume 64.8 L (55 L main compartment, 9.8 L outside storage)
  • Material DCH50 main body and DCH150 bottom (white); DCH150 main body and bottom (black)
  • Outside storage Two zippered hipbelt pockets, two side water bottle pockets, front shove-it pocket, ice axe attachment
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Windrider 55

Pros

  • Lightweight yet durable fabric will last entire thru-hikes
  • Easy to adjust the volume with roll-top collar
  • Removable aluminum stays add structure and support
  • Mesh stuff pocket is a great place to dry wet kit
  • Available in two different DCF weights

Cons

  • Interior DCF will begin to fray after 1,000+ miles
  • Ice axe attachment is finicky to use
  • Expensive

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