Deuter Aircontact Ultra 50 Plus 5 Backpack

Reduced to the essentials, this lightweight pack made with bluesign certified body fabric expertly balances comfort and weight, so you can devote more energy to the trail.

Constructed with an anatomically, round profile frame made of permanently elastic spring steel, the backpack is stable and flexible, designed to follow the body's movements for ease of movement whilst transferring weight on the hips. For easy adjustment to any back length, the VariQuick system offers a bigger contract surface making the backpack even more compact and comfortable to carry. The VariQuick system and a height-adjustable lid allow the pack to be adjusted to your specific needs for even weight distribution and increased comfort. Engineered to make heavier loads feel lightweight to carry, the Aircontact 45 + 5 boasts Deuter's Aircontact system. Designed to perfectly adapt to the wearer's back the backpack holds the load close to the body's centre of gravity for increased stability and even weight distribution. Further enhancing the stability Deuter have included a sternum strap, that helps with distributing the weight of those heavier loads, this can be removed when not needed. The two Aircontact cushioned pads are breathable allowing uncomfortable heat build-up trapped between the body and the bag to escape. The cushioned pads and back panel further create a ventilating hollow chamber that with every movement.

The stabilising Active Fit shoulder straps, with soft edges, adapt to the wearer's shoulder width and angle for increased comfort and even weight distribution. Additionally, load adjustment straps on the shoulder allow quick and easy adjustment for the optimal position of the backpack. VariFlex ECL hip fins ensure the optimum fit that follows complex movements that are essential when carrying heavy loads ensuring stability when navigating tricky terrain. The hip fins are made of multiple layers of soft and firm foam with additional reinforcement. The fins evenly distribute the load evenly and avoid pressure points with additional padding for increased comfort. The pull-forward function allows for quick and easy adjustment and fasting even when carrying heavy loads.

Side compression straps help to compress the volume of the backpack, bringing them closer to your core muscles for even weight distribution. A bottom compartment with a removable separator is ideal for quick gear access and allows you to customise load distribution. A wet laundry compartment keeps wet clothes separate from essential dry clothes. Three pockets on the outside of the bag provide plenty of storage space. Spacious zipped pockets on the hip belt offer storage space for essential items such as cameras or valuables. An internal valuables pocket keeps phones, wallets, and keys safe. Loops offer attachments for ice axes, hiking poles, and foldable poles as well as allowing a helmet holder to be attached. An SOS label provides important tips in case of an emergency. The backpack is compatible with a hydration system of 3.0 L.