| Lightwave Womens Wildtrek 55w |
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The Wildtrek 55w is a comfortable, lightweight, mid-volume women’s backpack that is ideal for 2–5 day backpacking trips. The Wildtrek 55w has been developed specifically for women and is available in two back lengths.
The hip-belt is specifically designed to accommodate a greater degree of curvature (!). At 1.40 kg, the Wildtrek 55w is exceptionally light for a rucksack with such a comfortable carry, weighing 300–500 g less than most other backpacks with comparable back systems.
All the seams on the main body and lid are either welded or taped, which means the Wildtrek 55w is almost waterproof and ideal for use in wet weather. (For technical reasons the seams attaching the back panel cannot be sealed but are largely protected from the weather by the wearer’s own back.) It also features a unique water-resistant base compartment that is accessed from the outside by a discreet zip. When not in use, the lightweight nylon dividing panel sits flat on the bottom of the main rucksack compartment.
Our Verdict
The hallmarks of Lightwave products are design and durability - they occupy the gap between very light, no frills options and heavier more traditional gear. Lightwave Packs are no exception - slightly heavier than an ultralight pack but with a robust internal frame, tough fabrics and a well thought out carry system - they fit their role perfectly.
The WILDTREK series is designed for Lightweight trekking, 3 - 5 day backpacking, Adventure travel.
Our view is that the 33lbs carry weight is ideal for ultralight backpacking loads for longer / 4 season trips or for trips to more extreme locations were additional or heavier gear is required.
Awarded TGO Best Buy - read the review.
Features
- Watertight external lid pocket
- Separate base compartment accessed from base
- 2 x ice-axe/walking-pole holders
- Stash side pockets made from stretch-mesh
- Side-compression straps
- Watertight construction
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Specification
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Weight: 1400g / 3lbs 1.4oz
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Capacity: 55 Litres
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Colour: Horizon Blue
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Backlength: W1 (40 cm), W2 (48 cm)
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Suitable for loads up to 33lbs
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Carrying System:
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Full 8.00 mm pre-curved 7001-T6 aluminium frame
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Single-piece back panel moulded from EVA foam
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Dual-element stiffened hip-belt with double adjustment
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Fixed back length (2 sizes – W1, W2)
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| Fabrics: |
- 420d Dynatech fabric on back panel and structural areas
- 300d micro-ripstop polyester on main front areas
- 40d ripstop nylon internal fabrics
- Airmesh on all body contact areas
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