Big Agnes Sweetwater UL 28L Backpack
Ultralight, fastpacking style backpack
Take control on your next journey with the Sweetwater UL pack. Its streamlined design prioritizes an ideal fit, including running-vest-style straps that securely embrace your chest, back, and shoulders. With smart and efficient construction, this pack secures your belongings without extra bulk, utilizing sturdy, recycled nylon made from discarded fishing nets. The Sweetwater UL 28L is the perfect ultralight daypack for any adventure, combining recycled ultralight nylon, minimalist design, and adjustable suspension for secure and lightweight travel.
Features
- Broad, comfortable mesh shoulder straps inspired by trail running vests keep pack snug and disperse load across the shoulders for less pressure point pain
- Load Wrangler fit system adjusts to your body's unique shape - featuring dual sternum straps, an integrated hip belt, and an anatomically curved frame sheet to keep your pack comfortable for the long haul.
- Injection-molded, anatomically-curved framesheet prevents gapping and provides structure for stable carry
- Ultralight Open Range Hip Belt with adjustable stabilizer straps for positive load transfer off of the shoulders, to the lumbar
- Low-profile main compartment keeps load close to body and stable
- External compression cords keep gear secure and stable, even when the trail gets rough
- Oversized stretch-mesh quick stash pocket on front, side, and on chest straps for easy drop-in storage
- Accessible top-loading main compartment with expanding spindrift collar that provides extra room when you need it, and tucks away when you don't
- Three unique, high-performance recycled fabrics demonstrate our commitment to sustainabile durability, in addition to incorporating recycled foam, webbing, and other trims where possible
- Included removable rain cover made from ultralight recycled materials provides extra waterproofing, and packs away small
- Internal water reservoir sleeve fits up to 3L reservoir, for hands-free hydration
Specifications
| S/M | M/L | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Weight | 822g | 907g |
| Volume | 26L | 28L |
| Torso Length | 38-46cm | 46-53cm |
| Hip Belt Min-Max | 64-152cm | 71-157cm |
| Top Opening | 23cm | 23cm |
Materials:
- Main Fabric: Recycled regen™ ocean 70D high tenacity robic nylon ripstop made from discarded fishing nets, treated with a water resistant coating without intentionally added PFAS
- High-tenacity robic yarn is ultralight and 25% - 30% stronger than regular yarn in the same denier
- Water resistant UTS coating gives shell fabric a soft feel and enhances tear strength
- Abrasion panels: Recycled, high tenacity 210D robic nylon oxford with UTS coating
- Lining: Silicone-treated, recycled ultralight 40D nylon ripstop with waterproof UTS coating
- Shoulder straps, hip belt, and back panel: Recycled EVA foam
- Rain Cover: Recycled nylon ripstop with a waterproof, tear-resistant coating
The standard local delivery time from our store in Melbourne for orders placed before noon is 2–7 business days via Australia Post standard delivery. Express Post is also available. Please see our Shipping page for more details. International Orders are subject to flight availability.
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