Lowe Alpine TFX Cerro Torre ND55:70 Backpack - designed for women but modular and expandable enough to be usable by men as well. It includes a raincover, 2 compartments with zip out divider, hydration compatible, SOS panel, key clip, mitt friendly zip pulls, unique walking pole tip grabbers for secure storage, Noggin Notch TM for head clearance (keeps hiking poles or ice axes clear of lower compartment allowing access), secure internal lid zipper pocket, easy access hipbelt pockets.
Features of Lowe Alpine TFX Cerro Torre ND5570 Backpack:
- Top / Bottom / Front Access
- Internal U-Frame
- Raincover with dedicated pocket
- 2 Compartments with Zip out Divider (can separate top from bottom compartment or make one large space)
- Internal water bladder pocket / hydration-system compatible (bladder not included)...doubles as an interior pocket
- SOS Panel Key Clip
- Mitt Friendly Zip Pulls
- Trekking Pole Tip Grabbers
- Noggin Notch for attaching hiking poles or ice axes (maintains head and lower compartment clearance)
- Secure Internal Lid Zipper Pocket
- Easy Access Hipbelt Pockets (zippered) on left and right sides
- easily adjustable torso length (utilizes velcro to adjust)
- internal cinch top
- removable top zippered compartment
- removable hip belt
- elastic external bottle holders on left and right sides (doubles as external pockets)
- Weight (with top compartment, hip belt, rain cover): 5 lbs 11 oz (approximately 2.58 kg)
- Volume: 3400 cu in expandable to 4300 cu in (55 L expandable to 70 L)
This is a great trekking backpack used for several long distance hikes. The number of compartments, zipper and cinch openings and mounting points makes it very modular, and several straps allow a wide range of adjustability. Removable hip belt makes it suitcase packable. Material is durable, resistant to tearing and very water resistant.