The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Junction is a lightweight, weatherproof, minimalist, Dyneema backpack designed to stand up to the rigors of the trail and carry loads of up to 40 lbs / 18.14 kg. When Mike put pencil to paper to design the all-conditions packs that became the Windrider and Southwest, he had a few objectives in mind. I leave all my water related stuff in the outside pockets along with my headlamp, my food for the day, my spork and knife, Chapstick, and an extra layer or rain gear. NOT YOUR HEAVY PACK LOAD. Contact Us; Login; LESS WEIGHT. Its external mesh pockets are great for drying out wet clothing as you go. Constructed with 100% waterproof Dyneema® Composite Fabrics and devoid of any unnecessary gadgetry, they’re equipped with everything you need for action-packed weekends to ambitious months-long thru hikes. Gear Reviews; Packs; Hyperlite 2400 or 3400 Windrider; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. You can keep all the things you need for the day on the exterior. The other primary goal was achieving a final weight that was as light as possible – within reason. WHEREVER YOUR “HERE” IS, YOU CAN COUNT ON OUR GEAR TO GET YOU “THERE.” LEARN MORE . DUE TO HIGH DEMAND SHIPPING MAY BE DELAYED. We recommend the following to determine yours: © HYPERLITE MOUNTAIN GEAR. The 4400 Windrider is our high-performance 70L ultralight backpacking pack, constructed with 100% waterproof Dyneema Composite Fabrics – formerly Cuben Fiber ­– and great for four-season expeditions where bulkier cold weather gear is necessary. Compact, ultralight and highly water-resistant, the Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Windrider pack is a hiker's dream. Place your hands on your hips so you can feel your iliac crest, which serves as the “shelf” of your pelvic girdle. We’re often asked for our input when choosing between the Windrider and the Southwest. Backpacking. Gear Capacity (L) 40 liters. (40L), 3400 cu. Knowing what he wanted, Mike approached backpack and hiking industry design and sewing veteran Rich Page with his thoughts. CHANCES ARE HIGH YOU’LL BE HIKING BY THE WEEKEND. THIS WAS TAKEN AS A CHALLENGE WHEN HYPERLITE MOUNTAIN GEAR FOUNDER MIKE ST. PIERRE SET OUT TO DESIGN THE PACKS THAT WOULD BECOME THE WINDRIDER AND SOUTHWEST. “A GREAT PIECE OF GEAR DOESN’T DEMAND EXTRA ATTENTION – IT JUST BECOMES SOMETHING YOU CAN CONFIDENTLY RELY ON.”. “I started looking at designing a backpack for ultralight (UL) backpacking or thru hiking that was as water-resistant as possible and would allow me to keep the majority of the things I need throughout the day on the exterior of the pack. Windrider and Southwest packs are available in 2400 cu. FOCUS ON CONDITIONS AND SAFETY. Once the core design was agreed upon, prototypes were rigorously tested by colleagues and friends, and fabric thicknesses and hardware were settled on, there hasn’t been much to change from the Windrider and Southwest (aside from the hip belt pockets – thanks again for your feedback) – a testament to the combined backgrounds and experiences that helped make these packs ready for legend-status hikes right off the sewing table. in. (55L), and 4400 cu. The ultralight central vessel of the Windrider is constructed with 100% waterproof Dyneema® Composite Fabrics. “The minimalist features of these packs are all that's needed for UL backpacking or thru hiking.

Windrider and Southwest packs are available in 2400 cu. Show Printable Version; Email this Page… 09-14-2017, 07:58 #1. spfleisig. After a few rounds of ebullient debate and knowledge shares, Mike had a working concept and greenlighted some prototyping. I haven’t used it in 2 years but I saw people on the JMT with the bv500 strapped outside the pack on the top with that “Y” strap. I hated pack covers and found they didn't work all that well anyways. The 2400 (40L) volume size is ideal for weekend or section hikes where frequent resupply points are available. Dyneema is a hot item in ultralight gear, and for good reason: it’s one of the strongest materials in the world, resists moisture well, and is incredibly lightweight. MORE VERTICAL. Thread Tools. Results 1 to 15 of 15 Thread: Hyperlite 2400 or 3400 Windrider. We take pride in the efficiency of our production operations, the super consistent construction methods our skilled craftspeople have perfected, and the quality control measurements we have to keep the whole organism running with precision. in. From the weight of your gear to the scale of your endeavors – Everything Less Matters. Pro Program. (70L) volumes and both are now available in white and black. (55L), and 4400 cu. (It’s the first hard thing you feel when you run your fingers down from the sides of your ribcage.) in. Best Use. Position your hands so your thumbs are reaching behind you. Using a flexible tape measure, have someone measure starting at that spot and running down along the curve of your spine. The Windrider 2400, 3400, and 4400 packs are each available in four different sizes for the perfect fit. Even those fell short of my expectations.”.

It opened up a world of high-tech laminate fabrics, of packs designed specifically for long-distance hiking, the simplicity in design, stripped back features and much lighter weight. They’re the key to a comfortable, highly-organized, and nearly 100% waterproof pack system. He recalls, “It wasn't long before I was looking into little kid book bags or what was marketed as large day packs for my overnight adventures. If your measurement falls right in between sizes (for example, if you have a 17.0” torso, so you are right on the line between a Small and a Medium), we suggest you choose the larger torso size. “The non-woven characteristics of the DCF laminates eliminated this issue.” Thus, the beginning of Mike’s relationship with Dyneema®.

“Nowadays when I'm on a trip, that last thing I'm thinking about is my Windrider or Southwest. Hydration Compatible. The ultralight central vessel of the Windrider is constructed with 100% waterproof Dyneema® Composite Fabrics.

They just do their job and do it well. It taught me how to pack for a thru-hike and was the only pack I used while travelling the world on just hand luggage. THE LATEST FROM HYPERLITE … For the best experience possible with our backpacks, we recommend you complete your pack with our Pods and Stuff Sacks. They’re the key to a comfortable, highly-organized, and nearly 100% waterproof pack system. YOU CAN GET THERE FROM HERE. Click here to learn more about our fabrics. I haven’t tried horizontally though but sounds like it would fit. Compact, ultralight and highly water-resistant, the Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Windrider pack is a hiker's dream. A great piece of gear doesn’t demand extra attention – it just becomes something you can confidently rely on.”. in. Maine-based Hyperlite Mountain Gear leads the charge in utilizing Dyneema, and we were eager to test their 2400 Southwest, a 40-liter pack made for rugged terrain. (This is your 7th cervical (or C7) vertebra). The Windrider’s mesh pockets make it a excellent choice for quickly finding gear you’ll want to access throughout the day or to dry wet gear as you hike. The Windrider and Southwest are as much an expression of who Hyperlite Mountain Gear is as they are a validation of what can be achieved with an ultralight, simple, and solid design. Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Windrider - is HMG’s flagship ultralight pack and is a first choice for Appalachian Trail and long-distance hikers. The Windrider 2400, 3400, and 4400 packs are each available in four different sizes for the perfect fit. Featured FILM: IN DUE TIME. Why Hyperlite Mountain Gear? The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Windrider series is a top-shelf line of ultralight backpacks that represents an optimal combination of weight, strength, durability, and function. Packs at the time were built with materials that would absorb water which meant if you wanted to keep your gear dry, you had to use a rain cover. Proprietary seam sealing on all side seams and behind all sewn-on pack features, Shoulder straps with 3/8” closed cell foam and spacer mesh, Hip belt with 1/8” closed cell rigid foam and spacer mesh, Zippered pockets on hip belt with #5 YKK zipper, Adjustable sternum strap with self-tensioning elastic, Roll-Top closure system with side straps for vertical compression, Top Y-strap compression that’s designed to secure gear, Hydro port and internal mesh hydro sleeve, Four exterior triglide buckles for optional pack accessory straps. Composite Fabrics. Affiliates. in. They’re never on my mind unless I'm in a conversation on the trail talking about them. This 40 liter pack is perfect for weekend trips, section hiking, or months on the trails where frequent re-supply points are available, such as the AT, the Long Trail, or the El Camino de Santiago. I haven’t tried a BV500 though. I can leave an extra pair of socks on the exterior to either dry after washing or just to have a clean pair I can change into during lunch or a break.

Backpackers and Thru Hikers that can’t get enough of this stuff will find no better friend than the Windrider. Features. Retail Locations. We offer the Windrider and Southwest in four sizes; not to be confused with volumes. Military. Three external mesh pockets -- Makes it easy to see what's in your pockets and allows gear to dry faster, Internal plastic frame sheet for added back panel support, Roll-Top closure system with side compression straps for vertical compression, Side compression straps for horizontal compression, Top Y-strap compression -- Designed to secure gear, Adjustable sternum strap with self-tensioning elastic, Hydro port and internal mesh hydro sleeve, Four exterior triglide buckles for optional pack accessory straps, Proprietary seam sealing on all side seams and behind all sewn-on pack features. Ask the thousands of backpackers that have accomplished adventure goals with theirs. Looked secure.

The ultralight central vessel of the Windrider is constructed with 100% waterproof Dyneema. Where your pack sits on your torso is the key to a great riding pack, and critical to achieving the “forgettability” that makes traveling with these packs a great experience. Yes. in. This distance is your torso length.

The 4400 volume size (70L) is ideal for four-season, weekend, section, or thru hikes where resupply points are less frequent, bulkier cold weather gear is required, or the route calls for a packraft to complete it. Choose the Southwest for added abrasion protection in rockier environments where scrambling, bouldering, or navigating narrow crevasses are likely, or you just want to keep pocket contents hidden. For the best experience possible with our backpacks, we recommend you complete your pack with our Pods and Stuff Sacks. Community. The 2400 (40L) volume size is ideal for weekend or section hikes where frequent resupply points are available. "YOU CAN'T GET THERE FROM HERE" IS A PHRASE AS OLD AS THE TREES HERE IN MAINE. The external mesh pockets provide ample room for the equipment you’ll want access to without having to open your pack and dig, and they’re great for drying out wet clothing as you go. (70L) volumes and both are now available in white and black. LEARN MORE .

The external mesh pockets provide ample room for the equipment you’ll want access to without having to open your pack and dig, and they’re great for drying out wet clothing as you go.

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