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As you head out for your day trip, you'll find a new level of comfort and function in The North Face Dayhiker Lumbar Pack. The shoulder-free carrying capacity will save your shoulders from strap soreness, while the dual aluminum stays in the hip belt keep the load close to your body maintaining dispersed hip pressure for all day comfort. Attach the removable shoulder strap for heavier loads, or for more extreme pursuits like scrambling or skiing. This is the perfect mating of backpack technology and hip-pack comfort.
Best large lumbar pack around
I purchased the large 850 cube inch Mountainsmith Day lumbar pack, and returned it a few days later to buy the 1000 cube inch North Face Dayhiker. Of these and other large lumbars, the Dayhiker had the most generous hip padding, allowing for the most comfortable carry of 10-15 lbs. The thick padding allowed most of the weight to be secure to the hips, and adjustable stabilizer straps kept it snug and close to the back. The zippers are small compared to others, but never jammed and strong enough to lift the entire pack by. The side bottle pockets can fit 1-liter Nalgene bottles, and fit 1-liter military canteens even better. The outside stuff pocket is small but can still fit a thin rain jacket. The compression straps do block the main zipper when used, so I usually leave it unbucked, but it does a good job to flatten the pack when in use.
While it isn't waterproof, the contents were only mildly damp even when the pack on rained on. Most rain jackets can fit over this pack anyway.
It was large enough for a slim 14" laptop, or most 12" laptops. It also worked well as a small diaper bag for dads who don't want to wear traditional diaper bags. When worn on the stomach, the baby cab actually sit on it for easy 1-hand carry since dad's don't have mommy hips. It's great on the trail too, as the snug fit allows for crazy moves w/o sloshing around. I also use it on long road bike rides, and it covers only my lower back, allowing the upper back to vent well. For the part of the back it does cover, it doesn't vent so well, but I don't think any lumbar really does. Now my wife wants one for a dedicated diaper bag since I'm always using mine.
Perfect pack for what I was looking for.
I needed a lumbar pack that held a lot of equipment. This pack was perfect, I couldn't believe I fit everything I needed into this pack. It has a lot of pockets for organization, that was nice. And whether you want to use it as a lumbar pack or use the shoulder strap, it's comfortable to wear. I'm definitely satisfied with this purchase.
GREAT PURCHASE!
I use this pack everyday! It is my everyday bag, and it fits all of the essentials for a day of hiking. All of the straps are incredibly comfortable. I got this bag because I have pain in my lower pack and hip. Regular backpacks make the pain worse, but since owning this pack my pain had significantly decreased. this bag is great for anyone who likes to carry the essentials.
Best large lumbar pack around
I purchased the large 850 cube inch Mountainsmith Day lumbar pack, and returned it a few days later to buy the 1000 cube inch North Face Dayhiker. Of these and other large lumbars, the Dayhiker had the most generous hip padding, allowing for the most comfortable carry of 10-15 lbs. The thick padding allowed most of the weight to be secure to the hips, and adjustable stabilizer straps kept it snug and close to the back. The zippers are small compared to others, but never jammed and strong enough to lift the entire pack by. The side bottle pockets can fit 1-liter Nalgene bottles, and fit 1-liter military canteens even better. The outside stuff pocket is small but can still fit a thin rain jacket. The compression straps do block the main zipper when used, so I usually leave it unbucked, but it does a good job to flatten the pack when in use.
While it isn't waterproof, the contents were only mildly damp even when the pack on rained on. Most rain jackets can fit over this pack anyway.
It was large enough for a slim 14" laptop, or most 12" laptops. It also worked well as a small diaper bag for dads who don't want to wear traditional diaper bags. When worn on the stomach, the baby cab actually sit on it for easy 1-hand carry since dad's don't have mommy hips. It's great on the trail too, as the snug fit allows for crazy moves w/o sloshing around. I also use it on long road bike rides, and it covers only my lower back, allowing the upper back to vent well. For the part of the back it does cover, it doesn't vent so well, but I don't think any lumbar really does. Now my wife wants one for a dedicated diaper bag since I'm always using mine.
Perfect pack for what I was looking for.
I needed a lumbar pack that held a lot of equipment. This pack was perfect, I couldn't believe I fit everything I needed into this pack. It has a lot of pockets for organization, that was nice. And whether you want to use it as a lumbar pack or use the shoulder strap, it's comfortable to wear. I'm definitely satisfied with this purchase.
GREAT PURCHASE!
I use this pack everyday! It is my everyday bag, and it fits all of the essentials for a day of hiking. All of the straps are incredibly comfortable. I got this bag because I have pain in my lower pack and hip. Regular backpacks make the pain worse, but since owning this pack my pain had significantly decreased. this bag is great for anyone who likes to carry the essentials.
Comfortable for travel.
Don't like backpacks anymore due to stress on neck/shoulders. This is an AWESOME bag. I love all the pockets, it holds as much as an everyday backpack and does it comfortably. I love to use it when I travel and hike. Can put my Digital SLR and all essentials for 3-season day hikes, and all-day urban adventures. The compression straps make it all possible. Gonna buy the Sport Hiker right now.
Amazing pack!
This pack is the perfect combination of easy to carry hip belt, which is big enough for plenty of stuff. I am using it both for day to day carrying and for bicycling. The colors are very nice, I really love it
Love this pack!
I've been looking for a good fanny pack for a couple of years now. Finally came across the Northface Dayhiker and I LOVE it. Very spacious and well designed with compartments. Comfortable padding on the belt. Nice color choices! I even own the Northface Sport Hiker. (same design but smaller). Love them both!!
my love for the north face lubar pack
i love my new bag...its great for lots of day trips and for day to day use, expecially when im running around all day-i can put my school and work things in the bag and still have room. the straps have lots of padding so my shoulder,hips and back dont hurt. has compartments for EVERYTHING!
Upgraded my sport hiker to the day hiker - love it!
I had the sport hiker lumbar pack -- which was great. I going on another long distance walk that will require carrying waterproofs... so I went with the larger lumbar pack. Great compartments and very [con-vert]ible to a shoulder bag. Room for two water bottles and even a space for my Mp3. I deck it out with a purse organizer (quit laughing) but it works great.
Needed some tweaking!
I love this bag, but after purchasing it I quickly realized that I will NEVER use it as a waist pack. It's a perfect size for daily use and for trips. I figured that I would tuck away the waist pack straps, but it made the bag very bulky. I contemplated sending it back for about 2 seconds then decided to make some changes. I used an exacto knife to carefully cut the stitching and ended up completely removing the waist straps, thus alleviating the bulk problem. I realize that North Face makes messenger bags, but they don't have the structure this bag does, nor the amount of pockets to organize my stuff. I love this bag, now!!!!!!
Needed some alterations
Pack was great after I reinforced the waist belt with some stiff inserts. The North Face needs to include this with pack for better support for more gear. I put all my gear in it witch equals 18lbs total. Much better w/ inserts. Nice pack and holds alot of gear.
YO North Face!
Had 2 reinforce stitching in a few areas and also reinforce waist belt to withstand weight of my gear. I always new I'd be a good designer! Hey North Face, need a Maguaver on your crew?
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