[{"id":234523754648,"handle":"backpacks","title":"BACKPACKS","updated_at":"2022-05-13T11:40:07-06:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2021-01-06T08:59:31-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Shop: Backpacks"}],"published_scope":"web","image":{"created_at":"2021-01-06T11:27:37-07:00","alt":null,"width":2000,"height":797,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/4971\/6888\/collections\/Backpacks_collection.jpg?v=1610908152"}},{"id":234523918488,"handle":"all-terrain-backpacks","title":"HIKING BACKPACKS","updated_at":"2022-05-09T05:20:07-06:00","body_html":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow do I care for my backpack?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlways store your backpack in a cool, dry environment. When it comes to washing your pack, hand washing works best. Simply soak your pack in warm water with a mild detergent. 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Completely redesigned in 2019, the Apex 80 maximizes comfort and durability for more miles, longer days, and more efficient load-carry. Ideal for gear-intensive backpacking.
Like a good dance move, efficient pack carry starts with the hips. The Apex 80 is built with our Tuning Fork Waistbelt, designed to cup the iliac crest of the hip bone for a more dynamic fit and improved load transfer. Increased padding on the lumbar pad and our signature Delta Load Compression System stabilize and transfer weight for more efficient and comfortable carry. With a sock-style shoulder strap construction (no seams or hard edges means no digging into the body), increased padding on the waistbelt, adjustable torso range, and a hex-ridged backpanel, the 2019 Apex 80 offers unmatched comfort on every adventure. On trail, the advanced, tubular aluminum frame keeps the weight lower without sacrificing performance.
Whether you’re at your campsite or on the go, reach for the U-shaped zipper for easy access into the main compartment. Store the essentials in the zippered top lid (secondary map pocket inside) and stash your phone in the stretch mesh zippered waistbelt pockets. From photo gear, fishing tackle, to hammocks; the Apex 80 has room for it all.
All Mountainsmith products come with the Forged for Life Guarantee, the official Mountainsmith lifetime warranty.
FEATURES
Front panel stretch mesh expansion pocket
Forward pull waistbelt with delta compression side adjustment webbing
Stretch mesh zippered waistbelt pockets for expanded volumes (Fits up to iPhone 8+ and Galaxy S9+)
Front panel, large U-Shaped zippered access to main compartment
Top lid zippered compartment with secondary pocket underneath
Top storm collar with dual cinch cords and over the top compression strap
Deep side panel expansion pockets with Over/Under strap pass thru
Dual tool / trekking pole carry with elastic pole tip loops