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Forclaz Women's MT500 Air 45+10 L Backpacking Pack
Developed from the TREK 500, the MT500 AIR range has a new taut mesh back as well as a new polyamide component combining light weight and strength. The perfect bag for all types of hike!
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About this item:
- Women's models are adapted to body shape (chest and hips) with a more open shoulder strap shape and a higher fitted belt for greater comfort and freedom of movement.
- MT500 Air range features a ventilated back structure with mesh fabric that helps the back to breathe and dry quickly
- Volume: 45 + 10 L I Dimensions: H 23.6” x L 11.8” x D 7.9”
- Pack Weight: 3.5 lbs + Rain Cover Weight: 3.5 oz
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Product Features
Carrying comfort
Perfect for women carrying up to 15 kg. Ventilated back, adjustable height
Multiple compartments
Split capacity, wide front access, access to bottom of bag, 8 pockets
Versatility
Bottle holder, pole holder, rain cover, multi-use straps
Durability
Lightweight but durable polyamide main fabric, reinforced bag base
Ventilation
Reinforced frame with mesh reducing pressure and letting the back breathe.
Easy hydration
Internal compartment for a water bladder (not included).
Weight
1.6kg: the empty weight indicated is that of our benchmark sample
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Question:
I'm confused about the torso lengths for this?
Answer:
When choosing the size of a hiking backpack, it’s important to take into account your body shape. The backpack size should be adapted to your back. It’s measured from the base of your neck to your hips and the grip of the stomach strap should be comfortable on your hips. How to accurately measure your torso for optimal backpack fit? To ascertain this crucial measurement, enlist the help of a friend and have a pliable tape measure on hand. Bend your head forward and locate the bony protrusion where your shoulder slope meets your neck—the 7th cervical (C7) vertebra, marking the top of your torso length. On either side of your body, run your hands down the ribcage to the apex of your hip bones (known as the iliac crest). Align your index fingers forward and your thumbs backward, creating an imaginary line between them. The point on your lumbar region where this line intersects is the base of your torso measurement. Maintain an upright posture, and ask your friend to measure the distance between the C7 and the imaginary line formed by your thumbs. This measurement constitutes your torso length.
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Product Customer Reviews
A relatively inexpensive backpack, very popular, has many interesting solutions, is quite light and adapted to the body shape. We'll see how it will be with the durability of the zippers.
very good hiking bag - practical for hikes lasting several days
Great bag once it's set up properly. Used it to walk from Porto to Santiago (Camino), with more or less 12 kgs. Looking forward to using it again for the next hiking holiday in northern Spain. A sixty-year-old from Canada.
Very nice fittings and lightweight
I used it on a 1-week high mountain hike to store 3-4 liters of water per day, rain gear, extra jacket, and snacks. It's very comfortable, I barely felt the 7-8 kg weight I was carrying all day. Practical little pockets, you can pack everything and take it off quickly. Ideal size. Great backpack. Although it's officially a couple of centimeters longer than a cabin bag, there were no problems on the deck, it fits perfectly in the airport overhead bin.
The bag is beautiful, has good back support, and has many compartments. I like that it has a zipper to open the front, making it convenient to organize things.
Excellent backpack, cleverly made. Very practical opening from the front, it coped well with 2 weeks of travel
I used this backpack on the Camino Frances. It was comfortable and was more than enough space for my needs.
It's perfect, pockets everywhere and very light. My only problem is that I'm 1m48 and adjusting it to the smallest size constantly makes the top touch my head and I can't extend my neck, which is a bit uncomfortable on a long journey. But until I find a more suitable one that doesn't break the bank... it will last me for many years.
The backpack is suitable for trekking and backpacking trips. It's just a pity that the capacity is not as large as I want to be able to hold more things. 😅
For me, as someone who is 163 cm tall, the backpack is ideal. The multitude of pockets allows you to pack by "category", which is helpful when you need to quickly get something out.
I bought the backpack second-hand in perfect condition. I used it during two month trips. It survived a lot of loading and unloading during travel by bus, motorcycle, boat, ferry, plane, tuk-tuk, also on roofs. Constant unpacking and packing, when you only spend one night in a given place and move on. It has many pockets, is very roomy, and all the elements - buckles, zippers, cords are both light and durable. The outer material is very durable, also when the backpack slipped under the wheels of the motorcycle, there was no major damage. It adapts quite well to the figure. I am incredibly happy with this backpack. The only downside - you can't wash it in the washing machine.
The bottle does not stay in place. The pole attachment is not practical.
Very good, good quality, usable even for a weekend
Perfect
Additional Product Information
Composition
Main fabric: 100.0% Polyamide ; Lining: 100.0% Polyester ; Yoke: 100.0% Polyamide ; Webbing: 100.0% Polypropylene ; Bag cover: 100.0% Polyester ; Coating: 100.0% Polyurethane
Dimensions
Bag dimensions when in use: Height : 65 cm / 26 in Width: 35cm / 14 inDepth: 30 Cm/12 inTorso length (= distance 7th vertebrate - ilium): Minimum: 39 Cm/15 in Maximum: 51 Cm/20 in The waistband:Minimum: 77 Cm/30 in Maximum: 128 cm / 50 in
Capacity
The bag has a 45 L volume with an extension for carrying an additional 10 L. The volume of each backpack is measured using a standardised method. we use small balls to fill the main compartment as well as each pocket. The balls are then emptied into a graduated container in order to determine the equivalent volume in litres, with a margin of error of just a few %.
Weight
1.6 kg All inclusive.Weight of the removable rain cover 100 g
Air design
As with the MT900 UL line, the MT500 AIR range has a ventilated back structure with mesh fabric (net fabric) that helps the back to breathe and dries quickly. Rigidity is guaranteed by a reinforced frame. The back is adjustable with a release strap that’s easy and quick to use.
Materials
Polyamide main fabric 210D RS (Ripstop = increased resistance to tears), reinforced bag base (420Dx330D RS)
Recommended carry weight
According to the project for which this backpack was designed, we recommend you don’t load it above 15 kg. Then you can benefit from all its features. Moreover, it’s not recommended to carry a load greater than 20-25% of your own weight and put too much pressure on your back.
How to pack a backpack?
Put your bedding at the bottom. Put heavy gear (tent, camp stove, food) near your back. Store your clothing around it. A groundsheet or tent can be placed under the flap or under the bag if there isn't room inside. Keep your waterproof jacket and fleece to hand. Place small items for daily use (sun cream, map, glasses etc.) in the pockets. The water bladder can be placed in the compartment provided down the back.
How to use the multi-use straps?
The new range of MT500 AIR and MT900 UL bags has two straps with open aluminium buckles (on the lower part of the bag). These straps let you hook on a tent or mattress under the bag or on the barrel. If not in use, these straps can be stored (by pushing them inside) in the hidden pocket intended for this or detached and used elsewhere with the lark's head knot buckle.
Female body shape
Our women's models are adapted to their body shape (chest and hips) with a more open shoulder strap shape and a higher fitted belt for greater comfort and freedom of movement.
Product testing
All our backpacks undergo field tests by users who are representative of our target market under similar conditions to those you will encounter. To test, assess and validate products, our mission test connects the product manager responsible for the product design with individuals independent to DECATHLON. This backpack was tested by trekkers for 5 weeks in the Canary Islands, the Pyrenees and the Mont Blanc mountain range.
Storage instructions
Store your bag in a dry, ventilated place away from direct light.
Origin
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Return costs for heavy products:
| Weight Thresholds | Shipping within California | Shipping outside of California |
|---|---|---|
| > 9 lbs | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| > 30 lbs | $50.00 | $65.00 |
| > 100 lbs | $100.00 | $125.00 |
| > 200 lbs | $200.00 | $230.00 |
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