MARKHOR-45 Backpack

Description

The MARKHOR-45 (45 liters) is our most advanced pack for hiking, camping, and hunting. A continuous & lockable YKK #10 zipper opening comes with extra-large ITW zipper pulls, offering you easy “clamshell” access. The MARKHOR’s unique beavertail with DAM (Durable Arms Management) is double-sided, reversible, and removable, offering gear storage, attachment, and compression. The front of the beavertail is the “Sport” side: elastic cord routed through 1” vertical webbing with a Hypalon “Duck Foot” at the bottom to secure an extra layer (e.g. jacket). Two ELASTO Gear Locks on 1” webbing for holding tripods, axe handles and trekking poles when used with the adjustable tool loops. The reversed side of the beavertail is the “Tactical” side: Cordura MOLLE-Air panel with a loop ID panel. Four side compression straps move the weight closer to you. There are Hypalon MOLLE-Air side panels for MOLLE attachment, plus two bottle pockets with elastic cord retention. The main compartment has a hydration/laptop sleeve with a loop-faced MOLLE-Air panel and internal loop panels for further modularity. Two ToughMesh pockets on flap for additional storage. The upgraded suspension system lets you carry heavy loads with comfort: Shoulder harness with 5 adjustable positions for different torso length and proper fit. Polycarbonate frame with “virtual stays” curves and flexes with your body. Top load-adjusters help to bring the backpack forward to maintain center of gravity. EVA foam shoulder straps, breathable mesh back, and an elastic sternum strap. Finally, a removable “pull-forward” padded waist belt that’s easy to tighten and relieves most weight off your shoulders. For the best balance of weight and strength, we use ultra-durable 1000-D Cordura nylon on high-wear areas (bottom panels), and 500-D Cordura for the rest of the bag. Our Cordura is treated with DWR (Durable Water Repellent) for all-weather performance and will be ready every time you need it.