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Black Diamond Speed 40 Pack
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Black Diamond Speed 40 Pack

Item # 766566

$129.95

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The streamlined Speed 40 pack from Black Diamond excels during day-long hikes in alpine environments.

  • Going to the top? Removable top pocket and hip belt pare down weight when you're logging vertical feet
  • 210-denier nylon sheds water and withstands abrasion; wear-prone areas feature extra-tough 400-denier nylon
  • Unique V-Lite aluminum stay provides flexible support and improves on the strength-to-weight ratio of average aluminum stays
  • Ergo-molded foam backpanel, cushy waistbelt and shoulder straps are anatomically shaped to eliminate pressure points and transfer load evenly
  • Load-lifter straps and sternum strap dial in the fit and add stability, helping to keep shoulder straps ideally positioned
  • Top-loading access opens wide to let you easily load and unload gear
  • Accessory loops are streamline, durable and extremely tough, making them ideal for attaching ice and snow gear
  • Side compression straps secure and stabilize both large and small loads
  • Internal pocket holds hydration reservoir (sold separately) and provides hands-free drinking on the trail

Specifications based on size Medium/Large. Size Small/Medium sizing is below.

    Specifications for torso/waist and hips are as follows:
  • Small/Medium: 16 - 19 inch torso / 25 - 40 inch waist
  • Medium/Large: 18.5 - 21.5 inch torso / 30 - 45 inch waist

    Please note: Black Diamond products can only be shipped to the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

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Item 766566

Black Diamond Speed 40 Pack Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeInternal
Approximate volume2,441 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric40 liters
Average weight2 lbs. 8 oz.
Average weight - metric1.1 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
Fits torso18.5 - 21.5 inches
Dimensions28 x 11 x 10 inches
MaterialNylon
Number of pockets2 + main compartment
Hydration compatibleYes
Access / LoadingTop

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Mar

3

2008

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

My favorite new pack!!!

By I got us lost!

from Sacramento/Lake Almanor, California

About Me Avid Adventurer

Pros

  • Decent with 20lbs
  • Holds Enough for 3 days
  • Super Light Weight

Cons

  • Hipbelt transfer is so so
  • Too big for daypack

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Speed 40 Pack:

I can fit all my gear and provisions for a 3 night 4 day stay in the wilderness. It is super slim and you don't even know its on your back because it handles 20 pounds no problem. Any heavier though, and the hip belt won't transfer the load too well. The only downfall is that a day pack conversion would be nice using only the lid and hip belt!

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Mar

7

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
3.0

Suspension is too light

By fourfa

from San Francisco, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Durable
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Weak suspension

Best Uses

  • Day Hikes
  • Light Loads
  • Wet Weather

Comments about Black Diamond Speed 40 Pack:

Pros: nicely durable fabric... um, that's about all. Max I would put in this pack is about 25 lbs. For something marketed as a climbing pack, it won't carry a full rack, rope, water, food, jacket etc. With a more typical 30-35lb trad/multipitch load where you'd need this kind of volume, the suspension flexes and most of the weight will be on your shoulder and back. This pack was very comfortable in the store loaded with pillows and weight sacks. On the trail, I immediately got a backache and shoulder burn. If you only need to carry 25lbs max or for non-technical use, this pack is pretty light but you might as well use a *really* light pack like a Vapor Trail that has the same caveats. I had to upgrade to a pack with a more rigid suspension for heavy multipitch cragging.

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  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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