Arcteryx Naos 55 Backpack
Not only is the Naos 55 fabric waterproof, but all of the seams are sealed, zippers are water-tight and the top opening uses a drybag-style rolltop closure. The only way you’re gear will get wet in this bag is if you forget to close the zippers.
Being waterproof is great, but the Naos 55 excels in being comfortable and organized as well. Radially formed shoulder straps and Radially formed Binary hipbelt offer a nice comfy fit. The binary hipbelt components include an internal polycarbonate torsion support to stiffen the open cell foam padding, offering an excellent load transfer from the circular Load Transfer Disc. This disc freely pivots from the circular housing mounted to the tri-laminate, lightweight Monoframe back panel, moving with the user as they high-step and rotate their back through technical terrain. Organization is easy with zippered large Kangaroo side pocket and zippered smaller pocket on the other side for storage of oft-used items. You can also stuff in a hydration bladder in the reservoir pocket with a waterproof hydroport for the drinking tube. The Naos 55 comes in 3 sizes:
Short: Weight: 4 lbs 6 oz, Volume: 3230 cu in, extends to: 3780 cu in
Regular: Weight: 4 lbs 10 oz, Volume: 3420 cu in, extends to: 3970 cu in
Tall: Weight: 4 lbs 14 oz, Volume: 3600 cu in, extends to: 4150 cu in
Arcteryx was able to keep the weight down on the Naos 55 with the high tech seam sealed construction as well as not adding too many useless straps and clips (just enough side straps to hold skis, tools or other equipment). Since the pack doesn’t get wet, it won’t take on any extra water weight when you end up hiking in the rain. If you live in the pacific northwest or do any hiking/paddling combo trips, this is the pack you need.
Arc’Teryx has set a Retail Price of $500 for the Naos 55 Backpack
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May 26th, 2007 at 4:32 pm
I can’t wait to get my Naos 55! I live in Seattle and am tired of having wet gear and dealing with rain covers. I’ve had my eye on this pack for a long time and I just pulled the trigger at moosejaw. Thanks for the coupon code. I saved 55 bucks with it! This pack is still crazy expensive but I know it’ll prove its worth soon enough.
July 2nd, 2007 at 10:27 pm
Awesome. I’ve covered over 100 rainy miles already with this pack and that’s the only word that can describe this pack. Thanks again for the coupon code. Buy this pack and you’ll be astoked as Iam.