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ÜLA Equipment CDT 52.5 Litre Rucksack
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The CDT continues to be a proven suitable for thru-hikes, dayhikes, and any distance backcountry forays. Contoured shoulder straps and a re-designed hipbelt result in a comfortable carry, while (5) external pockets aid in easily accessed on-trail organization.
Bottom Line? A comfortable, durable, highly functional pack.
Which ULA pack do we recommend for you? Find out here!
Our Verdict
If your gear base weight is already down to 20lbs or so then the CDT could be your next pack - even though its tough the low weight is amazing. It can be reduced further by permanently removing features which some will want to do. Personally I don't like taking a knife to a new pack but I'd certainly ditch the internal sleeve and padded backpanel to save 74g.
The CDT is what ultralighters crave - a very simple sack with practical compartments.
Please note we stock the latest version of the CDT pack which differs slightly from the photo as it has been upgraded.
Which size CDT pack?
The CDT pack comes in three backlengths and two hipbelt sizes, to find out which combination is right for you follow three easy steps:
| Step 1 - Measure you torso length by accessing the size chart below. |
Step 2 - Determine which back length pack you require. |
Step 3 - Using your normal waist measurement determine which hipbelt size is correct for you. |
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Small: 15"-18"
Medium: 18"-21"
Large: 21"-24"
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Medium: Less than or equal to 35"
Large: Greater than 35" |
Integrated Features
- Internal Pad Holster
- Contoured Padded Hipbelt
- Hipbelt Pockets
- Contoured Shoulder Straps
- Front Mesh Pocket
- Adjustable/Bellowed Side Pockets
- Ice Axe/Pole Retention Loops
- Side/Top Compression Straps
- Drawstring Extension Collar
- Dyneema Gridstop
Removable Features
- Hydration Sleeve (~ 40g)
- Padded Back Panel (~ 34g)
- Internal Mesh Pocket (~ 30g)
- Water Bottle Holsters (~ 22g)
- Handloops (~ 22g)
Volume Breakdown
- Main Body: 34 Litres
- Front Mesh Pocket: 7 Litres
- Side Mesh Pocket: 6 Litres in each
- Ext. Collar: 5 Litres
- Hipbelt Pockets: 0.5 Litres each
Total Volume: 59 Litres
Specification
- Recommended Max Load: 25 lbs or less
- Recommended Base Weight: 12 lbs or less
- Medium Torso Pack with Medium Hipbelt weighs 634g / 22.4oz
- Long Torso Pack with Large Hipbelt weighs 656g / 23.1oz
- Note that removable features are included in the above weights and could reduce total weight by 148g / 5.2oz.
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