The famous angler-trusted HT-100 drag system, the same as the Battle II spinning reel on this list above is also featured, providing ultra-smooth drag while under immense loads and smooth operation
a zippered mesh pocket inside the main compartment keeps easily misplaced items within reach The large front and top stash pockets keep your daily essentials like travel documents, sunglasses and phone organized and accessible The air-mesh back panel allows increased ventilation for all-day comfort Designed with a padded shoulder harness and adjustable sternum strap for all-day, load-carrying comfort Two external stretch-woven side pockets carry water bottles or guidebooks and front daisy chains provide myriad lashing options for your helmet, yoga pad or skateboard The TSA-approved padded laptop pocket zips open and lies flat so you dont have to remove your laptop at airport security
Stash your ice axes or trekking poles in the specially-crafted loops, pull on the raincover when the weather turns, and keep your electronics safe by zipping them into a secure, fleece-lined pouch
ADJUSTING THE TOP TENSIONERS Top tensioner straps link the shoulder straps to the top of the pack
This is the only pack we tested for running backpacks that has a more substantial frame than a foam or plastic panel