Designed for technical, all-day hikes, the Franconia LR is our top-of-the-line lumbar hiking pack, designed for carrying a day’s worth of food, fuel and gear. Here’s the lowdown on lumbar reservoirs: by shifting water weight to your hips, they provide the stability you need, the water you want, and the mobility you didn’t know you lacked. The Franconia is also designed to keep you cool and hydrated on grueling mountain routes. The Air Suspension™ back panel keeps the pack off your back for plenty of ventilation, and the zippered pockets on the waistbelt give you instant access to maps or bars. It’s also easy to drink without taking your eyes off the trail: the new reservoir delivers more water per sip, and the magnetic tube trap lets you snap the tube into place without fumbling.

Features

• The brand new Crux LR reservoir delivers 20% more water per sip while keeping weight positioned low on your back, which translates to better stability in the saddle and on the trail
• Separate reservoir compartment stows your water supply away from your gear
• Reservoir compression cinches water to the small of your back to reduce sloshing as you drink
• Air suspension back panel holds the pack away from your back for maximum ventilation and air flow
• Magnetic Tube Trap™ keeps your tube secure and accessible when you need it
• Ventilated hip belt features cargo pockets to keep essentials within easy reach
• Stretch overflow exterior pockets for quick stash access
• Trekking pole attachment and tool loop let you attach and remove extra gear to exterior of your pack
• Load lifters provide maximum comfort and even load distribution
• Cargo compression cinches your cargo where it counts for a secure and comfortable carry

Specification

• Hydration capacity: 3L/100 fl oz
• Hydration type: CRUX™ LUMBAR Reservoir with Quicklink™ System
• BPA/BPS/BPF free: Yes
• Quick Link Disconnect: Yes
• Gear capacity: 21L/1250 cu in
• Weight: 1.2 kg/2 lbs 10 oz
• Dimensions: 53 x 29.5 x 31 cm / 20.9 x 11.6 x 12.2 in
• Fits torso: 43-53 cm/17-21 in
• Back panel: Air Suspension™ Back Panel. Uses suspended open mesh to keep the pack off the hiker’s back for maximum ventilation and air flow
• Waist belt: Padded Foam with cargo pockets
• Accessories included: Magnetic Tube Trap™
• Number of exterior pockets: 8