Photos above show Macpac Pursuit 50 with 5'11" model.
The Macpac Pursuit 50 features padded hip fins, thermoformed
back panel, contoured shoulder straps with load lifters, and sternum
strap. Wraptor harness allows for variable load transfer from the pack
to the front of the hips.
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50 suspension, click
here.
A side view of the Macpac Pursuit 50 shows the two compression
straps on each side of the pack. Multiple attachment points include
two adjustable ice axe loops, two side loops, two hipbelt loops, and
a daisy chain. Two attachment buckles on the center of the front panel
can also be used to carry trekking poles or other such gear.
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50 exterior features, click
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The Macpac Pursuit 50 features a large main compartment,
a pocket on the underside of the lid, and a larger pocket on the top
of the lid which contains a key clip (photo to left shows top lid
pocket).
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50 compartments, click
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Wraptor™ Harness
Load stability when moving in a vertical environment
Benefits
1. Enables you to carry a medium
load (up to 33 lbs) in comfort 2. Enables gymnastic movement while climbing 3. Promotes balance in uneven terrain 4. Gives you increased performance during your
activity.
Wraptor™ theory
The activity of alpine climbing
presents unique challenges to harness design. An alpine harness
must transfer significant load from the pack to the body while retaining
flexibility for gymnastic manoeuvres. As well, alpinists often ascend
technical ground without a hipbelt so as not to restrict access
to equipment. The Wraptor™ harness meets these challenges
giving alpinists new possibilities of performance.
Wraptor™ rods
The Wraptor™ rods allow for variable load
transfer from your pack to the front of your hips. By using the
side adjustment straps on the hip fins you can tailor the amount
of load transfer you require. This means on approach to alpine routes,
when the load is at its greatest, you can tension the Wraptor™
rods for maximum load transfer. When on route with a lighter pack
the tension can be released or the waistband can be undone and the
Wraptor™ rods will retract the hip fins.
Hip-fins and Waistband
Integrated with the Wraptor™ rods are
the hip-fins and waistband. The thermo-moulded fins stretch around
your hips to secure the load to your body. The Wraptor™ rods
can then be adjusted within the fin by tensioning the side adjustment
straps to control the load. The low profile waistband secures the
pack without inhibiting access to climbing harnesses and racking
systems.
Alloy Frame
Light in weight and extremely rigid the alloy
frame is the core of the Wraptor™ harness. The unique design
delivers load stability and transfer while matching body shape.
There is plenty of room for full head movement and the frame sits
comfortably between major pelvic bone structures.
Shoulder pads and adjustment straps
The shoulder pads and adjustment straps are
designed to increase reach and promote load stability. Variable
stiffness foam across the pad allows for greater shoulder flexibility
when reaching high. The narrow lumbar-attachment of the adjustment
straps ensures pack stability when the waistband is stowed on technical
ground.
Thermo-formed back panel
The low profile nature and specified construction
of the thermo-formed back panel increases pack stability and reduces
moisture absorption. As a result the sac is more stable on your
back and any moisture from sweat or snow will either dry quickly
or be brushed away.
Fabrics
Hypalon™
Chosen for its extreme abrasion and tear
resistance, Hypalon™ is a fabric that is constructed from laminations
of embossed polyurethane over an 80D nylon fabric. Hypalon™ provides
the rugged durability required to protect your pack from sharp tools and
rocks.
VX-42 X-Pac™
X-Pac™ fabric is constructed by laminating
a mesh of polyester between a layer of 420D nylon fabric and a nylon.
This creates an extremely tough fabric that is tear resistant, waterproof
and very lightweight. VX-42 X-Pac™ has been chosen as it delivers
the ideal balance between weight and durability
420D HT Nylon
Light in weight and highly abrasion resistant, 420D
HT nylon fabric is ideal when conservation of weight and durability are
required. Constructed from a high tenacity, 420 denier nylon 6.6 fibre,
the fabric is coated with layers of polyurethane to increase its strength
and deliver a high degree of water resistance.
