Black Diamond Element 45 Backpack

Streamlined and adventure ready, this pack has dynamic reACTIV suspension to take the sting out of carrying weekend backpacking loads. The lightweight, top-loading design features a floating lid that converts into a waist pack, zippered sleeping bag compartment access, hydration compatibility, and retractable trekking pole/ice axe loops. Perfect for light-minded weekend warriors to take to the hills.

• Made of ripstop nylon with a water-resistant finish, and reinforced with heavy-duty nylon for abrasion resistance.
• SwingArm shoulder straps move with your stride by sliding through the bottom of the pack with a low friction cable housing. Each strap is linked to its partner with a cable to maintain an even, balanced load across both shoulders.
• High flow OpenAir backpanel provides breathability.
• Top loading access keeps the weight down and avoids zipper blowouts.
• Floating lid is removable and converts into a waist pack for quick summit dashes.
• Zippered front pocket with mesh/elastic internal organizer pockets, quick cinch side pockets and hipbelt pockets keep essentials secure and accessible.
• Zippered sleeping bag compartment access.
• Retractable trekking pole/ice axe loops.
• Side compression straps double as sleeping pad straps.
• Hydration system compatible for hydrating on the move.