Hyperlite Mountain Gear Packs

Hyperlite Mountain Gear (HMG) is making some really cool packs out of Cuben Fiber that are great for packrafting. HMG’s roll down closure for the top of the pack is feature I am particularly found of. HMG packs wisely lack the common design of a draw sting and top lid. Instead they employ a simple, secure and proven dry-bag style closure that remains fast during falls, swims, drops, and other unintended mishaps. Additionally, the closure provides a watertight seal when engaging amphibious sports such as packrafting. To further improve the design for packrafing I had HMG sew two daisy chains on the inside of the pack. These two daisy chains allow the pack to be attached to the bow of my Alpacka Raft when flipped inside out so that the shoulder straps and hip belt are safely stowed away.

To read my full review of the HMG Porter Pack go to - http://teton.outerlocal.com/hiking/hyperlite-mountain-gear23-review

Hi Forrest - wondering how your Hyperlite Pack is holding up a few months down the track ? Having a waterproof pack at this weight looks very attractive compared to other offerings. Interested to know how it has performed after a swim and how well the pack handles heavier loads ?

These have been great to me, and a fantastic company!
http://cascadedesigns.com/sealline/packs-and-duffles/black-canyon-boundary-pack/product

Grasshopper,

It is not a “waterprroof” pack. You still need to line it with a light weight dry bag. It carries weight well and after 10 months of heavy use is still holding up.

It is not a “waterprroof” pack. You still need to line it with a light weight dry bag. It carries weight well and after 10 months of heavy use is still holding up.

Yes I think I was being a tad optimistic thinking Cuben Fibre was waterproof :slight_smile: