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Beast28 Ultralight Technical Backpack

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The Beast28 is an ultralight packable frame pack engineered for technical outdoor pursuits.

"Annual Carry Awards Best Packable Bag" – Carryology
28 liter capacity
Hydration compatible
Includes compression storage sack for travel
Qualifies for free shipping (USA)
Back view of man on gray background wearing Beast28 with trekking poles and ice axe attached

Fully featured technical pack

Ultralight frame pack featuring hydration sleeve, gear loops for alpine tools, and daisy chains for additional external storage. 1lb 8oz total weight, and built with Robic nylon and rugged YKK hardware.

Twisted Beast28 backpack on light gray background

Flex comfort

Built-in steel frame suspension system moves with the body during activity. Adjustable hip belt and sternum strap distributes heavy loads evenly.

Hands cinching Beast18 into compression sack

Packable

To pack, twist and fold the pack in half and secure in the included compression sack. To unpack, remove from compression sack and the spring steel frame instantly restores the shape of the pack.

Spring steel frame on black background

Flexible frame suspension

The Beast28 features an innovative spring steel frame, which allows for both structure and packability. The flexible frame suspension provides comfort and torsion with movement, for an agile fit that moves with you and distributes loads evenly. When not in use, simply twist and fold the frame, and secure into the compression sack. The spring steel frame bounces back into its original shape when released.

Man on black background holding beast18 pack open

Organization on the trail

The main compartment features an asymmetrical clamshell zipper, making it easy to access the larger items at the bottom of your pack. An oversized front compartment extends to the bottom of the pack, while a zippered pocket inside protects your smaller items. Safely store valuable items in the small interior pocket with keyloop.

Man placing hydration bladder into beast18 backpack

Hydration compatible

An internal hydration sleeve accommodates most 1-3 liter reservoirs, with hose routing features on both shoulder straps for a customized fit.

Hands cinching Beast18 into compression sack

Stow for transit

Easily twist, fold, and store the pack in the included compression sack for travel. Ultralight at just 1lb 8oz, the Beast28 makes it easy to take a fully capable alpine pack with you wherever you go.

Man wearing Beast28 backpack, on top of mountain, looking down at alpine lake
Man on rocky terrain, placing water bottle into Beast 28 side pocket
Man on rocky terrain, attaching ice axe to Beast28 backpack

Awards

Carryology logo with text "annual carry awards best packable bag"
gear patrol logo with text "best packable frame pack"

Customer Reviews

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Daniel
Wanted to love this bag

I was really excited for this pack because it seemed perfect for long days of peak bagging while carrying extra gear like helmet, axe, crampons, and winter layers. It’s really well made and has great organization options and attachment points.

However it has 2 main flaws that kept me from keeping it. First, the hip belt pockets are pretty small. When the belt is tightened, there’s not much stretch to the pockets and it’s difficult to get items in or out without first loosening the belt. I think this is because the bottom part of the pocket is the same non-stretch nylon as the pack. It would be better if the whole bottom portion was just the stretchy material, which I’ve seen on many other packs.

2nd, and more importantly, the buckles for the side compression straps are just in the worst possible spot. With anything from a small to medium load, they dig into my shoulder blades in an annoying way. When the pack is full, it pushes them out of the way and isn’t an issue, but I don’t want a pack I can only use under specific circumstances. It would be better if the buckles were further away from the back panel.

Maybe I’m in the minority here with how it fits and the buckles don’t affect most people, but sadly it was enough for me to return the pack.

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Daniel K.
EDC backpack

I bought the previous Beast28 when it didn't have a frame, so it is an upgrade with the frame. It is nice that the waist belt is removable. The new secondary pocket is a nice addition, but the small goods pocket is hidden and oddly placed. It seems like there is space on the outer part of the secondary pocket, but the small goods pocket is in between the main and secondary compartments, so it eats into that space. Overall, I'm still satisfied with the durability and lightweight backpack.

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JANELLE T.
Beautiful Design

Great day pack
Light and plenty of pockets
Useful for hydration bladder

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