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<p>Solid value and durability to make your backpacking and day hiking goals a reality. With lots of pockets and burly water-resistant fabric, this pack is designed to keep your overnight gear and hut trip supplies organized. The long U-shaped zippered opening makes it easy to get inside (so you don’t have to unpack and repack when you’re looking for snacks), and all zippers have glove-friendly pullers. It’s also designed for comfort, with an easy-to-adjust padded hipbelt and foam padding lined with mesh in key areas.</p><ul><li>Main fabric is abrasion-resistant 305-denier polyester Cordura® with a water-resistant coating</li><li>Base panel is incredibly durable 420-denier nylon Cordura</li><li>Lined with 210-denier oxford nylon</li><li>Base panel and lining have polyurethane coating for water-resistance</li><li>EVA foam padding on shoulder straps, back panel, lumbar pad and hipbelt</li><li>Hydration sleeve and hanger (hydration reservoir not included)</li><li>Stretch mesh side pockets hold water bottles</li><li>Inner zippered mesh pocket with key clip</li><li>Vertical zippered front pocket has darted seams to expand to hold more gear</li><li>Hook-and-loop keepers hold your trekking poles when not needed</li><li>Short/standard size is 38L (36L body and 2L front pocket)</li><li>Standard/long size is 40L (38L body and 2L front pocket)</li></ul>

MEC Forge 40 Backpack - Men's

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