Hyperlite Mountain Gear Elevate 22

The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Elevate 22 is an ultralight waterproof pack with exceptional mechanical durability. It is designed for faster and shorter trips. It easily meets the dimensions of cabin luggage.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear's American-made backpacks (made in the USA and Mexico) have long been among the top-rated backpacks on the PCT. We recommend the Elevate 22 especially for short hiking trips where you'll appreciate its durability, waterproofing.

The DCF (Dyneema® Composite Fabric) material used makes it a top choice among ultralight packs in terms of durability and longevity. This makes it a worthwhile purchase for longer and more intensive use, despite its higher price. In addition, any tears in the material are easily repaired with a self-adhesive kit. The black version of the backpack is made of a higher weight fabric. It is therefore about 100 g heavier, but even more durable.

The back system has no reinforcement. Thanks to this, you can fold it up and pack it for your travels.

We recommend using the backpack in combination with Hyperlite Mountain Gear bags and pouches. The DCH fabric alone will not shed water, but most seams are not taped. 

What is DYNEEMA® COMPOSITE FABRIC (DCF)?

DCF is a non-woven rip-stop composite laminate. Extra strong Dyneema® fibres are laminated between two layers of polyester. Other so-called hybrid variants are derived from this base. In these, a woven polyester fabric is added to the outside of the laminate to further increase the overall durability of the laminate. These fabrics are labeled DCH50 and DCH150, where the number indicates the grammage of the woven fabric (50D, 150D). Hyperlite Mountain Gear backpacks are made from these fabrics.

BACK AND STRAPS

• integrated foam back pad
• sturdy straps with loops for attaching additional gear (daisy chain)
• chest belt with whistle and the option of attaching an additional Versa pocket, or a smaller version of the Vice Versa
• removable waist belt
• you can combine Elevate with Unbound removable hip belt

STORAGE SPACE

• main compartment
• front elasticated pocket with drawstring
• two fabric side pockets with drawstring

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Roll-up lid - roll up 3 times for sufficient water resistance, plus it can be used to regulate the overall volume of the pack
• top handle on lid
• sturdy straps with loops for attaching additional gear (daisy chain)
• trekking poles can be carried in one of the side pockets
• side compression strap
• loop for attaching an axe

This backpack does not have a hydrovac outlet or an internal pocket for a hydrovac.

ACCESSORIES

Accessories can be purchased with the backpack. Not included.

• Hyperlite Mountain Gear bags and pouches
• strap pocket
• Mesh Bottle Pocket
• Additional Versa bag
• Camera Pod

HOW TO CHOOSE A BACKPACK SIZE?

Have the length of your spine measured from the level of the iliac crest (the top of the bone on the side of your back) to the C7 vertebra at the base of your neck. This is the top of the first protruding vertebra when the head is tilted.

• Length 38 - 43 cm = size S
• Length 43 - 48 cm = size M
• Length 48 - 53 cm = size L

If you measure your back length, choose the larger size. For example, for a back length of 48 cm, choose size L.