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Distance 8 Backpack (Fall 2022)
Black Diamond
Distance 8 Backpack (Fall 2022)
$104.96
Description

  Built for the fast and light mountain adventurer, the Distance 8 pack transcends barriers with its hybrid design that includes vest-inspired suspension for running, and a unique feature set that allows you to carry the appropriate gear while navigating intricate mountain terrain.

  Built from BD's UHMWP 10x Ripstop Yarns—the same burly material used in climbing dogbones and Ultralight Camalots—the Distance’s fabric is literally 10 times stronger than steel per weight, while remaining so light it floats in water.

  The shoulder strap harness system utilizes Stitch-less Edge Taping Technology—meaning the shoulder strap edge binding is fully edge-taped instead of sewn, which allows for superior comfort, movement, and weight reduction. Also, the harness system is constructed with an adjustable, elastic-cording side compression system, which gives you a more secure ride while running scrambling and climbing.

  This vest-like system also includes dual flask pockets that fit two HydraPak® SoftFlasks™ (sold separately) and a Deploy pocket to stash the BD Deploy Wind Shell (also sold separately).

Footprint sold separately.
Description
Brand Name:
Black Diamond
Gender:
Unisex
Cubic Inches:
488
Liters:
8
Weight:
Small: 12.45 oz / 353 g
Medium: 12.5 oz / 355 g
Large: 12.59 oz / 357 g
Mfg Sku/Part Number:
681223
Other Features:
• UHMWP 10x Ripstop: bomber tear resistance with UHMWP yarns that are 10x stronger than steel per weight
• Quick Blitz-style main opening with slash pocket to tuck all excess skirt cording
• Stitch-less Edge Taping Technology for superior shoulder strap comfort, movement and weight reduction
• Dual side compression with reflective ticking
• Dual Piolet / ice tool carry with metal dogbone for secure pick attachment
• Dual Z-Pole Quiver Sleeves to securely carry trekking poles while running and scrambling
• Adjustable elastic cording side compression system for a more secure ride while running and scrambling
• BD Dry™ vapor barrier back panel lets sweat vapor escape while keeping pack contents dry
• Fully water resistant main compartment for high altitude/4-season running and climbing
• Dual 4-way stretch zippered chest pockets with expandable volume and locking zipper pullers
• Dual front stretch pockets with elastic closure for nutrition storage
• Deploy pocket for the Deploy Wind Shell (sold separately)
• Interior stretch mesh divider wall to hold alpine cordelette / water bladders
• Interior zippered security pocket for wallet and key storage
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