Patagonia
Patagonia Terravia 28
The Terravia is Patagonia's hiking daypack line, built from 100% recycled nylon ripstop in a Fair Trade Certified factory. At 1 lb 9.6 oz for 28 L it is among the lighter packs at this volume, and the 36 L roll-top version adds an internal frame for heavier loads.
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Specifications
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| Capacity | Price | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 22 L | $145 | — |
| 28 Lthis pack | $169 | 1.6 lbs |
| 36 L | — | — |
Features
Pros
- ✓1 lb 9.6 oz for 28 L is light for a pack using a durable recycled ripstop rather than ultralight nylon.
- ✓100% recycled nylon ripstop made in a Fair Trade Certified factory, which is verifiable rather than a claim.
- ✓Patagonia's Ironclad Guarantee is among the strongest warranties in the outdoor industry.
- ✓The breathable back panel and shoulder straps address the usual frameless-pack sweat problem.
- ✓Three volumes from 22 to 36 L on the same design.
- ✓The 36 L roll-top version adds an internal frame for heavier loads.
- ✓PU coating gives real water resistance without a separate cover.
- ✓Patagonia's repair programme extends the pack's usable life well beyond most competitors'.
Cons
- ✗Frameless at 28 L, so the load sits against the back with no transfer to the hips.
- ✗Patagonia publishes no maximum load figure.
- ✗No hipbelt pockets.
- ✗$169 is expensive next to the REI Trail 25 at $100.
- ✗One size only, with no torso adjustment.
- ✗The 36 L size has no published US price.
- ✗No rain cover included.
- ✗Patagonia's pack range gets less design iteration than its apparel.
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