Description
Ships in 1-2 business days | Based in Biddeford, ME | Est. 2010
Taking the fanny pack into the 21st century
Don’t let the term "fanny pack" pigeonhole your understanding of how this supremely versatile accessory can be used: whether you wear it around your waist, crossbody, under your shoulder, or attached to your pack at the hip belt, sternum strap, daisy chains, or on top of the pack secured by the compression Y-straps, the highly functional Versa is a storage option that just won't quit. Keep everything secure and in reach.
Constructed of waterproof, super-durable Dyneema® Composite Fabrics DCH50, the spacious and water-resistant main pouch will fit a multitude of items including water bottles, camera equipment, bear spray, snacks, canned beverages, medicine, or maps.
The Versa is designed for unparalleled convenience and flexibility. Along the front face there is a second zipper pocket large enough to store your smartphone and other small tools. Last, but not least, the Versa features a third "stash pocket" along the back for additional reach-in storage and easy access to your hip belt or sternum strap buckle.
Features:
- Clamshell, top-loading main pouch with long zipper pulls holds snacks, phone, wallet, GPS device, compass, camera gear, or beverages
- Front Zippered Pocket
- Internal Pockets: Internal Mesh Divider
- Seams bound for Added Strength
- Removable 1” waist strap with a lightweight buckle and elastic “tail keeper” for the extra strap (Adjustable Up To 52" Circumference)
- Water Resistant
- Inner Key Clip
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Specs:
- Volume (internal): 2.5L
- Dimensions: 2.25" x 6" x 9"
- Waist strap fits up to 52" circumference
Weight: 4.27oz
Materials: DCH50 + Mesh. PFAS-Free
Made in Mexico
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Ideal for: Phones or GPS devices, snacks & canned beverages, bear spray, medicine, or maps
- Reviews
- Questions
United StatesNo shame in my game
Some gear decisions are rather straight forward and others seems to be a lot of hemming and hawing... Considering all the available options from materiel and price points etc this is just a myriad. I'd see one I just had to have and others were just more reserved. I do have a few made in China and wear them around town but for trail life it just came down to what am I actually getting for the price? What is my intended use? Do I even really need this? With trail life comes weather exposure many times hours on end. Some thing to protect my electronics, as a youtuber I do carry quite a bit. When this arrived and I inspected it then I understood why I'm paying this much. It was the design and features which sold me. I can now carry all my whatevers knowing they are weather protected and the construction will perform day after day for thousands of miles. This was more of an investment than originally planned however that investment adds value to the trek and that is priceless.
United StatesWorks for me
I used this backpacking for food, toothbrush, comb, chapstick, cell phone and I used the tag loop to caribeainer my P-style bag so it’s handy. The zippers seem sturdy and I like the white so I can see inside. The zippers look waterproof. I also used it as my money bag when I’m a vendor. I like this ***** pack. It’s a good replacement for my ten year old zpacks front pack since it is more streamlined and less boxy.
United StatesExtra space for the win!
This bag worked out as I intended. I added to my hip belt on my pack to keep snacks, phone, handkerchief,small binoculars all within easy reach. Nice light add-on.
United StatesLike Having A Junk Drawer on Trail
This is the most voluminous pack I've tried (bought and returned several from various vendors) and it doesn't look huge on (I'm 5'4") Getting to the trailhead by air was also made much simpler with this pack; you can fit so much into it! And my snacks don't get squished while hiking bc there is so much room. You can free up lots of space from those teeny hipbelt pockets and have your stuff accessible with no effort. So glad I spent the extra $$ on this pack, it is so worth it!
United StatesNice but crazy expensive and...
I was given one of these to try out. Yes, they are nice in certain ways... but are way overpriced and have no weight benefit to other ***** packs of similar sizes. Plus for thruhiking or any long distance Adventure, this is going to have durability issues. Don't get me wrong.. it seems to be well made with some good specs.. That said, mine got a got hole around one of the seams very early on with only general use. At over 4ozs for a 2.5l ***** pack, IMHO there are better options out there for the cost and a lower weight. I also don't like the 1 inch strap. I wish more companies would make a comfy strap like thrupack. This pack does have many nice features such as the front pocket, and the back storage pocket.. but, most ***** packs these days have those too. One of my biggest issues with this ***** pack is the small #3 zipper. You are going to be opening and closing your fannypack all the time, & that zipper is going to take a lot of pressure, exposed to dirt and debris, etc.. From experience I've learned that: at minimum the main zipper should be a #5 zipper & personally I think for ***** packs, if you can get a #8 for the main zipper.. that would be my choice.. not only will it make it so much easier to open and close on the go.. but it will last 10 times as long.. and for those of you that are worried about grams... most companies making them with bigger zippers design then so you can cut the main buckle part off the zipper off and just weave in an included pull string loop. Ultimately, for me the #3 zipper is what made this a deal breaker.. you may think I'm crazy.. but especially for thruhikes, you're going to want a tough, sturdy zipper that you don't have to fumble to open each time you want to go into the pack...or worry about it getting jammed up.. Here again I have to go back to the cost.. this should have things like a #5 zipper... You can get a 2.5L Atoms Pack "Roo" for over 30 dollars less this... thec"Roo" has just as many features and a lot more color options and a stronger #5 zipper. It's: 8"W x 5"H x 3.3"D with the Weight being: 3.5oz for the 2.5L version. Now a days with the Ultra materials available, I finally decided on a custom made ultra ***** pack from "Thrupack" . It is what I found to be the most durable and functional for me.. not only is their comfy strap unmatched for comfort and compatibility with hipbelt packs, it's also versatile in so many ways and all their products are still handmade in the USA.. which I know is important to a lot of people buying from cottage companies.. and maybe it's not to some.. point is after using this "versa "in many hikes and just around town. (Total of about 500 Trail miles and 400 training and town miles,) I just feel there are better options out there for the cost. I also think materials like "Ultra" are a better choice for things like a ***** pack..especially for a thruhike.. I've priced out and tested almost a dozen ***** packs over the last 8 years..everything from red paw, Atoms Packs, Thrupack, liteaf, Patagonia, Gossamer gear (their old style with the waterproof zipper and other great features) this hyperlite versa and many others. Overall I think the Atoms Pack 2.5L Roo is the best bang for you buck for a ***** pack this size.. my personal choice is getting a custom handmade ultra ***** pack using the "builder" on thrupacks site.. You have the option to get the new ultra mesh for the front pocket.. which trust me, is an awesome feature.. lasts much longer than other fabrics and also retains its shape. All the packs I mentioned are available here on GGG. I have no affiliation with any of these companies. I'm just giving you my opinion based on years of long distance hiking and working search and rescue.. just giving some of the pros and cons of this ***** pack and ultimately why It would not be my choice for a thruhike. I'm sure it's great for many people! If they were to change a few things such as the zipper and change the material to Ultra, it would lower the cost and definitely be an option I would consider. Ultimately it's up to you and what you think will work best for you! All the packs mentioned are great and have pros and cons. Whatever you decide, make sure the ***** pack you choose will be compatible with your setup...especially those using hipbelts. Good luck and happy adventures!
