Mountainsmith Falcon 55 Backpack (Recycled)

Mountainsmith Falcon 55 Backpack (Recycled)

NEW FOR 2010! The do-it-all backcountry Falcon 55 Backpack (Recycled) from Mountainsmith is designed for extended wilderness trips with a host of features to cover everything from mountaineering to canyoneering and everything in between. Separate sleeping bag compartment, detachable top lid, and options for snowboard/ski carry round out the package. With up to 60L of carrying capacity, this multi-day adventure pack can handle anything you throw at it. Made with 450d ReDura, the Falcon 55 utilizes 22 recycled plastic 16-ounce bottles. Save the planet, go backpacking!

• Material: 450d ReDura™ PET body fabric (100% Recycled), 420d Nylon Velocity body fabric, 840d Nylon Ballistic reinforcements, 210d RipStop Liner, Hypalon™ reinforcements
• Independently adjustable dual density shoulder straps
• X-Frame Load Dispersion Suspension System
• Compression molded back panel with contoured lumbar support
• Elastic sternum strap and bite valve catch
• Removable safety whistle
• Shoulder strap attachment loop for Mountainsmith Camera cases
• Internal hydration bladder sleeve with exit port (bladder not included)
• Pivoting dual density waistbelt for optimal load transfer
• Side Compression straps reconfigure for vertical snowboard/snowshoe carry across Front Panel
• A-Frame and diagonal ski carry
• Trekking pole mounts
• Ice axe & tool loops
• Bottom panel compression straps
• Side panel accessory pockets
• Top mount compression strap for rope or accessory carry
• Front panel expandable sleeve/shovel pocket
• Sewn-in fitting instructions under top lid
• Zippered map pocket under top lid
• Expansion collar with draw cord closure for increased carry capacity
• Haul handle
• Interior key clip
• SlingShot™ detachable top lid converts into a lumbar pack or shoulder sling
• Separate sleeping bag compartment with internal divider
• Vertical zippered access to main compartment
• Top panel attachment points
• Twin T6 1” 6061 concave aluminum stays
• Bar tack reinforcements
• YKK® Zippers
• 3M™ Reflective Cord
• Size: Regular Torso
• Volume 3295 cu. in. 54 L
• Fit Range 17'' - 22'' 43 - 56 cm
• Extended Volume 3660 cu. in. 60 L
• Dimensions 30.75'' x 10.75'' x 11.75'' 78 x 27 x 30 cm
• Weight 4 lbs 12 oz 2.2 kg

Purchase the Mountainsmith Falcon 55 Backpack (Recycled) from Altrec.com. All order totals over $45 qualify for free ground shipping.

Reviews

Nicholas Patton - June 30 2010

Mountainsmith does it again!
I purchased the Falcon 55 as a replacement for a Mountainsmith pack which I have had for around 6-7 years. I believe the model is a called the Caldera. I have not field tested my Falcon 55 but it appears to be light weight and sturdy with a composite frame that provides strength yet remains light weight. The Falcon 55 can be used as a day pack or a full on trekking pack given that it can expand. Basically this pack looks to be a good backpack for the its price and ability.

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