Lightwave Fastpack rucksack
Gear, Packs — By Outdoor Adventure Guide on May 16, 2012 at 3:44 pm Lightwave Fastpack - RRP £99
This rucksack is ideal for winter trips or lightweight weekend hiking – the aluminium stays inside the frame offer great support, even when fully-loaded to its maximum 40L capacity. (NB: It’s unisex and one size only, so this may not suit small people.)
The padded shoulder straps offer comfort and additional support, along with the wide padded cut-away waistband. The unique selling point of the Lightwave Fastpack is that the rucksack body and lid are completely waterproof, with its taped seams and waterproof zip.
The main compartment fastens with a drawcord and houses a bladder slip pocket. A bungee drawcord on top of the lid offers a quick stowing solution for a waterproof or helmet. In addition there are two pole/axe loops.
This is a fairly minimalist pack with a lot of capacity, stripped of unnecessary features and clutter that might add weight. However, for some users it may lack some useful details, like pockets on the waistband.
EXTERNAL
- One main compartment – drawcord and clip closure
- Waterproof double-zipped pocket in the lid with key clip
- Two ice axe/pole loops
- Two mesh side pockets
- Bungee drawcord on lid for stowing a waterproof or helmet
- Two ski-holder straps each side
- Adjustable chest strap
- Padded shoulder straps
- Padded ‘cut-away’ waistband
- Padded EVA back panel system with two internal pre-curved titanium stays
- Two Z-compression straps (one at each side)
- H20 compatible
- Large grab handle
INTERNAL
- One elasticated slip pocket for bladder
- One internal zip pocket inside the lid
Verdict
Features: 16/20
Design: 18/20
Performance: 18/20
Quality: 19/20
Value: 18/20
Overall: 89/100
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