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• Hiking,
• Skiing and boarding , or
• Rock and ice climbing

If you stretch your imagination a bit, the Arrakis could be used for short backpacking excursions. Leave your tent at home and make reservations for a hiking shelter on the trail.

The top of the Arrakis 40 has a roll top with 2 compression straps to secure your stash. There are 2 front external pockets – a small one for incidentals and a large side pocket. Both have waterproof zippers. The Arrakis 40 has side and front attachment points ideal for securing a snowboard, skis and poles.

The gridlock suspension system is the most impressive part of the pack. It provides a multitude of ways to adjust the fit of the pack. The suspension system snaps in and out with ease, and the construction of the grid locking system will make it last for the long haul.

The Arc’teryx Arrakis 40 is a versatile pack for your adventures on dirt, snow, and rocks. The MSRP for the Arrakis 40 is $399, and it carries a lifetime warranty for defects in materials or workmanship. The pack is available in 2 color schemes – blackbird and lime. Arc’teryx also makes large capacity packs in their Arrakis line – 50 and 65 liters.