Hyperlite Southwest 40 Pros Available in brick and mortar stores Lightweight Great load bearing for its weight Cons Expensive Sternum strap was abrasive to our tester Limited warranty Report Card Fit: 4 Comfort: 4 Load bearing: 5 Packability: 4 Accessibility: 4 Value: 3 Key Features Price: $350 Capacity: 40 liters Weight: 1 pound, 14.8 ounces (1 pound, 15.9 ounces for DCH150) Unisex Torso Sizes: XS to L (15 to 21 inches) Adjustment Points: Hip belt, shoulder straps, sternum strap Comfortable up to 25 pounds Warranty: One year Tested on the Oregon Coast Trail by Ashley Thess with additional input from Jac Top Shelf Mitchell Hyperlite is one of the most well-known names in ultralight gear, and its one of the few sold in brick-and-mortar stores
beneath the recycled nylon canvas, youll find value in every stitching
Dimensions: standard 19 by 12.5 by 6 inches, compact 16.5 by 12 by 5.5 inches Weight: standard 2.7 pounds, compact 2.6 pounds Capacity: standard 22 liters, compact 15 liters Maximum laptop size: standard 17 inches, compact 16 inches Warranty: Troubadour guarantees its products for five years against manufacturing defects
We recommend a minimum aquarium size of 100 gallons or larger for this species
And the ceiling features mitten hooks for an optional liner accessory or for stringing a clothesline to dry gear
