A quick heads' up on another arrival in the lightweight,
fast-moving daypack departure lounge, this time from German brand
Deuter.
The new range of
Speed Lite packs - in the shops now - is, as
you might guess from the name, intended to slash weight to the
minimum but without sacrificing comfort or capacity.
Four Sizes
The packs come in four sizes - 10, 20, 25 and 30-litre - and weigh
in between 300 grammes for the baby of the family, and 850 grammes
for the 30-litre version.
Fit is described as 'close' with a 3D breathable air mesh system
supported by a lightweight, flexible Delrin frame, which you can also
remove to shave more weight. Even the shoulder straps use 3D Airmesh
to reduce weight and Deuter says that:
'The innovative V shape of these packs allows maximum freedom of
movement and places the load exactly where it should be, between the
shoulder blades.'
Compression Mission
The packs are aimed at fast movers like mountain bikers, runners,
climbers and lightpackers so have a side compression strap system to
cinch loads firmly in place which can be extended around the front of
the pack for better hold. There are also external mesh pockets for ad
hoc stuffing manoevres on the trail...
Prices are a very reasonable £30-£50 - more details from
www.deuter.com.
