I have had this backpack for a while in preparation for a 200 mile hike in northern Spain. It's been 10 years since I stopped running and I let myself get out of shape for this kind of distance. So I put the pack aside and began walking to get back in shape.
So now I'm up to 7 1/2 miles with 13 lbs. in the backpack. The shoulder straps are very comfortable. There is a small connector strap between them to keep them from sliding off your shoulders. This connector strap is adjustable up and down and one side of the buckle is an emergency whistle. The shoulder straps should allow you to attach an umbrella for hands free walking. One one strap is an elastic band sewn across the strap and the other side has a reflective cloth band (no elastic). The shoulder straps have adjustments at the top and bottom.
The padded waist cinch is very good, taking weight off your shoulders. It has very generous adjustment straps. Each waist strap has a small ventilated zipper pocket and is right at your hips. It's hard for me to reach them but I'm older and not as flexible as I used to be.
Over the right shoulder there is an area that allows for a drinking tube, with the water container inside the backpack. This is the main area of the pack for all your packables and has a drawstring closure. Above this area is another drawstring so you could put something on top of the first drawstring (main pack area) and close the second drawstring. Above this is a cover/cap with elastic rim and 2 buckles in front, 2 more in back. The cap has 2 storage areas, 1 of which is in a somewhat hidden zipper. The other is netted storage with a zipper. there are 2 additional lightweight attachment loops .
Between your pack and the backpack is the supporting metal frame and ventilated back support. There is a lift/carry strap between the shoulder straps at the top. There are additional straps on the side and back of the pack. I haven't figured out what those are for but nice to have; perhaps for your bedroll and tent. Also on the side are ventilated pockets for water bottles, umbrella, etc.
On the back is a large ventilated pocket. Near the bottom on the back is another storage area, zippered and with some straps. Inside this area is a zipper which allows access to the bottom of the main pack storage, in case you put something on the bottom of the main area and wanted quick access. It's tough to open the zipper without emptying this area.
Finally, on the very bottom, in a zippered pocket, is the bright chartreuse waterproof cover for the pack.
I rarely backpack but I am very pleased with the many features of this pack. For the price, I don't think you can beat it. Once I've done this trek I will probably never backpack again. But I have confidence that for this trip I'll be very pleased with this pack.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 21.5 x 12.5 x 4.25 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 1.47 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.3 x 12.6 x 21.3 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.4 Pounds |
| Brand Name | N NEVO RHINO |
| Color | 01 Green |
| Material | Nylon |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | 8815 |
| Style | Hiking/Camping |
| Outer Material | Nylon |
| Size | 45+5L |
| Sport Type | Climbing |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Units | 1 Count |
| Capacity Total | 50 Liters |
