Next generation of the Astra models: the new Astra Light 50. A modern, comfortable travel and trekking backpack with large map compartment and an easy-access zip on the main compartment.
Keeps clutter out of your traveling life with an organizer in the top lid compartment, additional inner zip pocket, compression straps, detachable, ergonomic hipbelt, mesh side pockets, bottom compartment and is also hydration system compatible.
Our Verdict
Ultralight packs tend to be clean and simple to keep the weight down - what Vaude have done is start with a traditional fully featured pack and figure out how to make it lighter. So there's everything that you could wish for in a pack including a very comfortable adjustable harness sytem that will support a backpacking load.
The main characteristics of the pack itself are about how its organised - so there are two compartments that can be turned into one by removing the zip out panel. Access at the top is via a hefty zip opening rather than the more conventional lid and there's a further zip access panel to the lower compartment.
There's even a third zip access to the main compartment on the front of the pack plus a flat pocket thats ideal for a map - though not accessible while wearing the pack. The pocket at the top has two compartments - one with a further mesh organiser inside.
It also has the now obligatory hip belt pockets and side mesh pckets astride the main compartment.
As a 50L pack its not ultralight - but it offers a high level of comfort with the organisational potential of a much larger and heavier pack. If this is what you're looking for its a great pack.
