The ULA Ultra Catalyst was built to carry loads of up to 18kg; it will haul a bear canister horizontally or fit your fishing, climbing, or photo gear. An internal frame with a twin stay framesheet, comfy padded hipbelt, and contoured shoulder straps make for all-day comfort even when loaded down. Front mesh pocket, dual hipbelt pockets, and Ultra 400X adjustable side pockets make it easy to stay organized whether you're on a thru or just out for the weekend. It can even be checked as baggage on a plane! No wonder the Catalyst has consistently been among the top 5 most popular packs on the Pacific Crest and Appalachian Trails!The same Catalyst you know and love, only stronger and lighter than ever. Purposefully constructed of Ultra 400X in high abrasion areas and Ultra 200X in low abrasion areas, we've selected a fabric matrix that maximizes durability while keeping the pack ultralight! At only 1.14kg , it's a full 150 g lighter than a Robic Catalyst!* (* Based on a medium torso w/ medium hipbelt.) In their commitment to making quality, durable backpacks that last a lifetime, we've been hesitant to build packs out of many popular ultralight fabrics. Why Ultra? 15x stronger than steel by weight, twice as abrasion resistant as standard 420D nylon, and waterproof to 200 psi, we've finally found an ultralight fabric that matches our high standards. Front pocket is ULTRA StretchMesh for added abrasion resistance. Note that to maximize water resistance of the ULTRA Catalyst, these packs do not have bladder hose ports. The Ultra Catalyst was built to carry loads of up to 18kg; it will haul a bear canister horizontally or fit your fishing, climbing, or photo gear. An internal frame with a twin stay framesheet, comfy padded hipbelt, and contoured shoulder straps make for all-day comfort even when loaded down. Front mesh pocket, dual hipbelt pockets, and Ultra 400X adjustable side pockets make it easy to stay organized whether you're on a thru or just out for the weekend. It can even be checked as baggage on a plane! No wonder the Catalyst has consistently been among the top 5 most popular packs on the Pacific Crest and Appalachian Trails! ULA has replaced the regular mesh front pocket with an UltraStretch™ mesh for added abrasion resistance and durability. Combination ice axe/trekking pole loops are now a standard feature; the weather is unpredictable, and we believe your pack should be able to adapt as fast as you can. We've also added low-profile loops to the top and bottom of these packs to accommodate removable top Y-strap and/or bottom straps. Pack Weight TOTAL WEIGHT: 1.136kg* Listed weight is for a size medium torso with size medium hip belt. Our weights are as shipped including all the removable items. Capacity REC’D MAX LOAD: 18 kg REC’D BASE WEIGHT: 10kg or less “Base weight” refers to the total weight of all gear carried — including the weight of your ULA backpack. This weight also includes things like water bottles and food stuff sacks, but not the weight of water and food as this will vary during each trip. Knowing your base weight will help you determine which suspension system will best handle your load on the trail. Pack Volume TOTAL VOLUME: 75 L BREAKDOWN: Main Body: 42.6 L Front Mesh Pocket: 9.8 L Left Side Pocket: 5.7 L Right Side Pocket: 5.7 L Extension Collar: 9.8 L Left Hipbelt Pocket: 1.5 L Right Hipbelt Pocket: 1.5 L Materials ULTRA X ULTRA is 15x stronger than steel by weight, twice as abrasion resistant as standard 420D nylon, and waterproof to 200 psi. Ultra is the ultimate in ultralight fabric, with the strength to go the distance in the harshest environments. ULTRA fabric lasts longer, absorbs 80% less moisture, and has better UV resistance and color retention than traditional laminated nylon. ULTRA is the only durable, waterproof pack fabric made from 100% recycled polyester! Every yard contains over 20 plastic bottles and saves over one pound of carbon emissions compared to standard pack fabric. ULTRASTRETCH™ MESH UltraStretch™ is an advanced 4-way stretch mesh woven with the highest quality fibers for performance and longevity. Made from a woven blend of Nylon 6-6, Lycra®, and Ultra-PE and coated with C0 DWR. Features NEW! Ice Axe/Trekking Pole Loops NEW! Low Profile Loops for Removable External Straps Standard Top Strap ULTRA 400X + ULTRA 200X Fabric ULTRA Hipbelt Pockets w/ YKK Waterproof Zippers Adjustable ULTRA Side Pockets UltraStretch™ Mesh Front Pocket Twin Stay Framesheet Rolltop Closure Side Compression Straps Sternum Strap Contoured Shoulder Straps Front Shock Cord NO Water Hose Port for Max Water Resistance Removable & Height Adjustable Pass-through Hipbelt Internal Frame Sizing Click on the size chart link to select your Hip Belt and Torso Size: ULA Equipment Size Chart
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