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For when the trail ahead is all that’s on your mind. This pack was designed for day hikes and fast-and-light wilderness adventures when don't want to compromise comfort or durability.
The Apex 20 was designed to keep you comfortable while trekking withall the day-hiking essentials you may need. The front of this pack features a bungeecord that make it easy to access & stow outerwear and trekking poles without losing a stride. Internal zippered pockets as well as a fleece-lined sunglass pocket make it a breeze to organize smaller items & electronics. A removable hip belt helps to stabilize the pack when needed, and conveniently stows away when you don’t.
FEATURES
Elastic cord on front panel for compression or additional external storage
Webbing tool loop with upper elastic keeper secures trekking poles and ice axes
Large zippered front pocket with internal zippered organizer
Inner Sanctum™ zippered stretch mesh organizer pocket inside main compartment
Hydration bladder sleeve with 2 exit ports (one on each side of bag)
Zippered quick-stash top pocket lined with micro-fleece for a phone or sunglasses
2 deep side panel stretch mesh pockets
Separated molded EVA foam backpanel and lumbar pads create a no contact breezeway on your back
Used for the first time for a 4 day backpacking trip. Packed up including tent and 4L hydration bladder and it handled extremely well. I think I would have to have food packed for 2-3 weeks and then some more stuff to be able to completely top this pack off.
