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Distance 8 Backpack

Distance 8 Backpack

$189.95 USD
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The technical pack that changed everything; the Distance 8L features an innovative vest-style harness paired with just enough storage and is built for fast-paced missions that take you up, over, and through the mountains.

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Distance 8 Backpack

Distance 8 Backpack

$189.95 USD
$189.95 USD $189.95
Sale Out of Stock
#BD6813534007SML1

The technical pack that changed everything; the Distance 8L features an innovative vest-style harness paired with just enough storage and is built for fast-paced missions that take you up, over, and through the mountains.

Color: Desert Sky
Size: S

This Item ships for free within the lower 48

Features

  • Innovative harness layout with Stitchless Edge Taping Technology for superior shoulder strap comfort, movement, and weight reduction
  • Secure Z-pole sleeves built into the pack
  • Dual side compression
  • Custom-designed ripstop body fabric featuring Dynex™ fibers for added strength
  • Two soft flask pockets (soft flasks not included), one zip and two stretch shoulder strap pockets
  • Two side stash pockets and one internal zip pocket with key leash
  • Piolet carry

Spec

  • Weight: 314 g
  • Size Range: S-L
  • Series: Distance Series
  • Volume: 8 L
  • Country of Origin: Philippines

Materials

  • [Body] 87% Recycled Nylon, 7% PE, 6% Recycled Polyester
  • [Liner] 100% Polyester

The Distance 8L is engineered to carry everything you need for a day in the hills.

Its unique harness system moves with you with stretch mesh “wings” that extend from the back panel along the sides to provide a secure and chafe-free fit. The Distance 8 features smooth edge binding and soft, breathable custom engineered diamond mesh for next-to-skin comfort. Easy to use Z-Pole storage allows you to deploy your poles on the move, while dual side compression allows you to modify carry capacity as you go. Finally, soft flask holsters keep your soft flasks in place, and front pockets provide secure storage. The Distance 8L has an internal zip pocket, side stretch stash pockets, and a single zip pocket on the shoulder strap.

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The All-New Distance Packs

Our Distance series running packs are designed to carry everything you need while moving through the mountains, and feature a hybrid design the blends running vest technology with our extensive knowledge of alpine packs.

Run The Distance

THE FINISH IS OVERRATED. THE START IS ONLY THE BEGINNING

But the space between, where the miles and moments become an ocean between the waves, that’s where the magic happens. The experience waits in the distance.

Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 6 reviews.

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Reviews

Great Pack for big Mountain Days where you need more storage

"I have been pleasantly surprised with this pack. I had one of the first 15L versions back in 2018, and this is worlds better. I can barely squeeze a helmet in a mostly empty pack, which is pretty neat. My biggest complaint, which is inherent in this pack design, is it doesn't run nearly as well as a Salomon adv or similar vest. For big mountain days its great because you aren't running as fast or as consistently. Some improvements I would love to see are a full length side zipper so you don't have to undo the top every time you need something, and adding a mesh pocket on the back or bottom of the pack like the larger version has would be very nice. Sizing is good, I am 6'4 200 and have a large."

— Ben C. (4/5)

Pretty excellent

"I've been on a few long runs now. I am 196cm and the large size fits pretty well. I got two of the 500ml Distance flasks and the work well with the pack, which has two accommodating side pockets. The pack sits well without any motion, which makes it well suited for trail runs."

— Nicholas M. (5/5)

Awsome pack

"Used for climbing Colorado 14ers. Excellent piece of gear"

— Luke G. (5/5)

Good

"Great pack, light and functional"

— Josh A. (5/5)

Rugged vest

"I was pleasantly surprised with the materials and construction of this vest. I’ve been able to carry small loads without meaningful bounce, and the internal sleeve/pocket serve to provide great organization and stability. The flask pockets have a second elastic tensioned band that serve as a pretty decent alternative to a loop that would secure the top of the flask to keep it from sliding down. My main/only gripe so far is that the pocket layout on the front, for some reason, doesn’t seem to have any single spot that is large enough to easily fit my (average sized) phone. I put it in the zippered pocket for quick access, but the corners are bulging out and it barely fits. Otherwise, the layout is totally fine for gels/bars, etc. I’m excited for summer so I can get this vest out for some longer, more gear-intensive efforts. This includes using the pole sleeves, which I am expecting to be a nice convenience. One note about sizing: I think it runs slightly large. I am 5’10” and ~145 lb and the small fits pretty well. With the vest mostly empty, it feels borderline (almost) too big. If I had it more fully packed, that might change, but I feel like I normally don’t have that same thought in a small."

— Dan P. (4/5)

Good Pack for Cold Weather Running

"In general I like the overall construction and useful storage options, especially the trekking pole pockets. The overall quality seems quite good. But be aware that this pack is not suitable for mild or warm weather environments. The facing that sits against your back is a plastic material that makes my entire back sweat profusely. I would recommend it for cold weather running only. Unfortunately I live in Arizona so after just a few runs I have moved on to something else."

— David W. (4/5)

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