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Approach 18 Day Pack

Sale price $148Regular price $178On sale

The Approach 18 Day Pack is a close-body 18-liter pack for short technical days, quick scrambles, and routes where unrestricted movement matters more than excess capacity. Its narrow profile stays balanced through tight terrain and keeps the load stable when the trail turns steep. A wide main opening makes layers and food easy to reach, while a top pocket organizes small essentials. Side stretch pockets hold water or gloves, and an internal sleeve separates a hydration reservoir from the rest of the load. Compression straps secure partial loads without obstructing access. The shaped shoulder harness and lightly structured back panel distribute weight without the bulk of a full frame. Durable reinforcement at the base and high-wear contact points supports repeated use on rock, dirt, and rough transport.

Color
ColorMoss / Charcoal
1

Why it works

The Approach 18 Day Pack is a close-body 18-liter pack for short technical days, quick scrambles, and routes where unrestricted movement matters more than excess capacity. Its narrow profile stays balanced through tight terrain and keeps the load stable when the trail turns steep.

A wide main opening makes layers and food easy to reach, while a top pocket organizes small essentials. Side stretch pockets hold water or gloves, and an internal sleeve separates a hydration reservoir from the rest of the load. Compression straps secure partial loads without obstructing access.

The shaped shoulder harness and lightly structured back panel distribute weight without the bulk of a full frame. Durable reinforcement at the base and high-wear contact points supports repeated use on rock, dirt, and rough transport.

210-denier recycled high-tenacity nylon body with a polyurethane back coating; 420-denier recycled nylon base; spacer-mesh harness; stretch-woven side pockets; acetal hardware and nylon webbing.

Specifications
Capacity (L)
18
Carry
frameless with shaped back panel
Hydration compatible
Yes
Pockets
Top: 1; Side stretch: 2; Internal sleeve: 1
Compression straps
2
Recommended use
day hiking, scrambling, fast technical outings
Materials + care
  • Empty every pocket and brush away loose dirt. Spot clean with cool water, mild soap, and a soft brush; rinse thoroughly without soaking the foam harness.
  • Hang open to dry completely away from direct heat and prolonged sun. Do not machine wash, tumble dry, iron, bleach, or dry clean.
Repair

Replaceable hardware and repairable seams keep the pack in service after hard use.

The repairs programme

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