Recommended uses:

Thru-hiking

General backpacking

Ultralight backpacking

Weekend trips

New! Adjustable torso sizing! The full wrap hip belt allows the torso size to be adjusted by up to 3".

This is the same as our classic Long Haul 40 pack, but it is now available in Ultragrid 200 fabric!

The Long Haul is a medium to large capacity ultralight internal frame backpack that is a great do-all pack. If you have to pick one backpack to handle all of your backpacking needs, this pack will get the job done no matter what the adventure calls for. It is a great choice for any thru-hike!

This pack is very intuitive and easy to use. We've left off any unnecessary features so that you can spend less time fussing with your pack and more time on the trail. It can be run with as little as two buckles, one on the roll-top and one on the hip belt, which means there is little hardware to break. Or you can load it up with compression straps and external strapping if you need extra storage space.

The 40L pack has a max capacity of 40L of internal storage but compresses down to a very comfortable 25L when the roll top is rolled down to the load lifters. The outer pockets are considered extra capacity and add approximately 10-12L.

The Long Haul is a very comfortable and easy-to-use pack with a very capable frame and suspension system that can handle up to 40lbs if you need it to. Loads of 30lbs or less are optimal and will feel like you are floating down the trail.

Endless attachment points make it easy to customize the pack to your own needs, even from a trip to trip. Modular compression, bottom straps, and various top strap styles make it easy to add external gear storage if you find yourself needing extra storage space on any given trip. When the compression straps are removed, there is no hardware leftover, making for a very clean aesthetic and minimal weight.

The pack comes stock with a lycra pad sleeve on the back panel and a foam seat pad which can be used as a seat while taking breaks.

This pack is made of tough Utragrid 200 fabric by Challenge Sailcloth. This fabric has a double ripstop grid made of UHMWPE which makes it super strong. It is made using 100% recycled 210 nylon and the face is treated with a non-toxic CO DWR which is environmentally friendly.

All of our packs are made to order. Check our current lead times here.

Long Haul 40 Ultragrid - Internal Frame

$299.00

Quantity

40L specs:

Storage capacity:

Dimensions when empty:

40L internal/50L when utilizing outer storage pockets

Minimum Capcity: 25L internal/35L when utilizing outer storage

Bottom Circumference: 32.5"

Top Circumference: 34.5"

Unrolled Height: 34.5"

Packed/Rolled Dimensions: (Used to calculate internal volume)

32.5" lower circ

34.5" upper circ

29" height

Weight breakdown:

Average weight of the pack including all optional items listed below: 31oz

One pair of side compression straps - .7oz per pair

Top strap - .7oz

Aluminum stays - 4oz (med 22")

Foam back pad - .8oz

Sternum strap - .5oz

Roll top Stiffener - .5oz

Hip belt weight varies depending on size

Frame heights:

Sm 20"

Med 22"

Lg 24"
Torso Sizing:

This pack currently comes in three different torso sizes, each of which is adjustable by 3". These listed sizes are the actual torso sizes that the pack can be set to. We recommend going with a torso size that is as close as possible to your measured torso length, but being within .5"-1" of that size will typically work for someone. If you are on the upper end of a torso size we recommend sizing up.

Sm 15"-16"-17"

Med 17"-18"-19"

Lg 19"-20"-21"

To measure your torso size you will need to measure from your C7 Vertebrae down to your iliac crest/hip shelf. To get the most accurate measurement, it is best to have someone else measure your back with a flexible measuring tape. The measurement will most likely fall somewhere within our sizing chart. If you do not fall somewhere in our sizing chart shoot us an email and we can discuss custom torso sizing.

The goal for packs with a padded hip belt is to get the belt to ride so that the center line is close to riding on your hip bones. That way you will get the best load transfer to your hips, removing a bulk of the load from your shoulders.

Hip Belt Sizing:

26" belt for waist sizes 26-30"

30" belt for waist sizes 30-34"

34" belt for waist sizes 34" and up

We currently offer three hip belt sizes which are 26", 30" and 34". Each measurement is referring to the amount of padding that the belt will have. Each hip belt will come with enough adjustable webbing to fit up to about a 50" waist or so.

To find your correct hip belt size you will need to measure the circumference around your hips rather than your waist size. This measurement should be at least 4" larger than the padded portion of the hip belt.

When in doubt size down, as you do not want the belt to be too large. If the hip belt is too big, you will not be able to tighten the belt down all the way making for poor load transfer to your hips.

If you want a lighter pack/hip belt you can always size down on the belt. This will however make hip belt pockets less accessible while wearing the pack.

Both of our hip belt styles, the sewn-in and the full wrap belt, provide excellent load transfer and are both very comfortable. The sewn-in belt is about 1.5oz lighter, but the full wrap belt allows for for greater flexibility in sizing by providing interchangeable torso and hip belt sizes.

Frame Size:

The Long Haul comes with our standard frame which is made out of 7075 aluminum and can handle loads of up to 40lbs very comfortably.

Frame heights:

Sm 20"

Med 22"

Lg 24"
While the comfort rating on packs is a bit subjective, here is what we have found in our testing of our packs.

The Long Haul can comfortably carry up to about 40-45lbs provided you have the correct torso and hip belt size.

50lbs is about the max recommend carrying capacity. If you will regularly be carrying above 40lbs we recommend going for the Wendigo or Big Wild Packs.

35-40lbs will be comfortable for long days on the trail.

30lbs and under will feel like there is almost nothing in the pack at all.
Our packs are hand-made by us right here in Michigan and are constructed using the finest materials and the best construction methods. These packs are ready to handle anything you can throw at them, and will give you thousands of miles of use.

All of the main body seams on our packs are quadruple stitched and flat felled. All stress points are reinforced and bar tacked. The flat felled seams make for easy seam sealing on the inside of the pack.

Our packs are very water resistant and are made out of completely waterproof fabric. The inner seams however are not seam sealed, and can leak a bit in prolonged rain. We recommend seam sealing if you want a completely waterproof pack.
Our packs are made using an environmentally friendly line of fabrics by Challenge Sailcloth!

Construction

C0 DWR

Recycled 210d nylon x 5mm double 200d Ultra™ grid

1500mm PU

Specs

Weight: 3.9 oz/yd² , 132 gsm

Width: 59 in , 150 cm

Performance

Tear Strength - ATSM D2261

does not tear

Abrasion - ATSM 3884

1100 Cycles

Waterproof

1500mm Hydrostatic Head

100% recycled nylon from pre-consumer industrial waste
Our recycled nylon yarn is made reusing pre-consumer waste that otherwise would have been discarded to the landfill. Recovering these materials from industrial processes, such as textile and carpet production, significantly reduces carbon emissions compared to virgin nylon production.

Ultra™ Performance
Ultra™ Fiber is also known as UHMWPE, or branded Spectra™ or Dyneema™

Our unique double Ultra™ grid reduces weight and doubles tear strength, compared to other gridstop fabrics on the market. Gram-for-gram, Ultra™ has a tensile strength 15x stronger than steel.

UltraGrid™ is coated with C0 DWR that does not contain fluorocarbons, otherwise known as PFCs or “forever chemicals”. C6 DWR contains PFCs, which are toxic to people and persist in our environment.

UltraGrid™ is finished with a waterproof 1500mm PU backing.

Our shoulder straps and hip belt wings are made out of Evazote foams. These are the most resilient and longest lasting foams that we can find. They will give you many years of use without flattening out.

Pad sleeve is made out of very durable and stretchy Venom Mesh.
Included Features:

Adjustable torso size by up to 3". The torso height is adjustable in 1" increments.

Contoured pack body makes for a glove-like fit. This also makes the pack easier to pack and prevents barreling.

Large front pocket made out of very durable Venom Mesh.

Side pockets. Big enough for a full day of food, water and extra gear, or two 1L smartwater bottles in each pocket.

Floating hip belt which provides max load transfer, and conforms to each individuals pelvic tilt and body shape.

Dual Adjust hip belt tensioner.

Ultra comfy S shaped shoulder straps made using Evazote foam.

Load lifters.

Internal frame featuring two removable aluminum stays made out of 7075 aluminum, which won't deform under heavy loads.

Removable foam back pad/sit pad.

Removable sternum strap.

Two side compression straps - Fully removable

4 attachment points on each side panel for adding additional compression straps. Cord can additionally be run through these attachment points if desired.

Bottom strap attachment points. (straps sold separately)

Roll-top/dry-bag style top closure with stiffener for easy rolling.

Single top strap - fully removable.

3 Top strap attachment points for customized top strap placement.

Attachment points for roll top side compression. (Straps sold separately)

Haul loop.

Bear canister compatible.

Waterproof material.

Long Haul 40 Ultragrid - Internal Frame

Specs

Sizing Guide

Load Carrying Capacity

Pack Construction

Materials and Fabrics

Features