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Hyperlite Southwest 40 Pros Available in brick and mortar stores Lightweight Great load bearing for its weight Cons Expensive Sternum strap was abrasive to our tester Limited warranty Report Card Fit: 4 Comfort: 4 Load bearing: 5 Packability: 4 Accessibility: 4 Value: 3 Key Features Price: $350 Capacity: 40 liters Weight: 1 pound, 14.8 ounces (1 pound, 15.9 ounces for DCH150) Unisex Torso Sizes: XS to L (15 to 21 inches) Adjustment Points: Hip belt, shoulder straps, sternum strap Comfortable up to 25 pounds Warranty: One year Tested on the Oregon Coast Trail by Ashley Thess with additional input from Jac Top Shelf Mitchell Hyperlite is one of the most well-known names in ultralight gear, and its one of the few sold in brick-and-mortar stores
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