The North Face Catalyst 75L Backpacking Pack

The North Face Catalyst 75L Backpacking Pack

A backpacker's backpack, The North Face Catalyst 75 is a largecapacity pack is ideal for multiday trips. A unique hipbelt configuration with two pivot points lets each side rotate independently, enabling subtle, asymmetric body movements on varied terrain. The comfort features of the Catalyst 75 include EVAP foam back and hip padding, ensure breathability and onthemove comfort for continued use. Full rightside zip allows access to both main and sleeping bag compartment and the left side expandable pocket is ideal for holding bulky items. Internal mesh organizer pocket and adjustable compression system keep you organized even on long trips and with an internal mesh zip pocket in the lid, you know where you put your keys when you return to the car after a week-long backcountry adventure.

• Backpacker Magazine 2007 Editor's Choice Award
• 500D Kodra® &Ripstop Nylon
• Pivotal Suspension™ system
• Anatomically molded E-VAP™ back panel and shoulder harnesses
• Easily adjustable torso length with interchangeable contoured hipbelt with VAP™ and airmesh
• Removable hydration sleeve with shoulder straps
• Top loading with full-length, right-side zip access to main and sleeping bag compartments
• Zip-access, full-front, pleated pocket
• Left-side expandable pocket
• Side water-bottle pockets
• Trekking pole loops
• Removable, floating lid with internal mesh zip pocket
• Adjustable compression system
• Volume: 4300cu in/70L (Small), 4600cu in/75L (Medium), 4900cu in/80L (Large)
• Weight: 6lb/ 2720g (Small), 6lb 6oz/ 2890g (Medium), 6lb 12oz/ 3060g (Large)

Buy the The North Face Catalyst 75L Backpacking Pack from Altrec.com. Orders over $45 qualify for free shipping.

Reviews - The North Face Catalyst 75L Backpacking Pack

Brandon - 2009-11-04

Awesome pack!
Just bought this bag the beginning of this month and am completely in love. The 75L fits just about everything for a solid 6-8 day trip. Daisy Chains are conviently placed and the pull-out hydration pack makes for great use on smaller day hikes.

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Anonymous - 2009-08-23

The Best Backpack!
This pack hauls a load better than any pack I have used yet. It's so much more versitle than my Osprey. The North Face hit a Home Run with this pack, can't figure out why they have discontinued it. I guess it's like everything but Levi's, There's always a New model next year. The adjustability in the back and waist are awesome. The pack itself is so well thought out, I wouldn't change a thing. Just sorry I didn't buy one earlier. The price was certainly right at ALTREC; most places still want the Retail of $409.00. Guess that's a testament to how great this pack really is, but you can always trust your friends at Altrec. Thanks. Buy one before they're all gone!

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Anonymous - 2009-06-24

Awesome Backpack!
I've purchased two of these backpacks, one for each of my son's. One son has a back problem and this is by far the most comfortable backpack he has experienced. The way the weight is distributed and the E-VAP back panel are exceptional features. It's the perfect backpack for weekends or multiple day adventures. North Face has out done themselves with this one!

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Sizing Chart

The North Face has reengineered its pack line around a universal measurement chart. These measurements, linked closely to the sizing of The North Face apparel, allow for easy fitting and sizing of packs. Detailed instructions on how to fit our packs are included with each pack.

To size a pack, match your measurements with the sizes listed above. Torso length is measured from the 7th vertebra (C7) to the lumbar vertebra (L5). C7 is the prominent vertebra at the base of the neck and is most apparent when the head is forward and looking down. L5 is the first vertebra above the pelvic bone. It usually coincides with the bottom edge of a waistband or belt. Waist circumference is measured as for pants and chest circumference can be measured as for clothing, just below the underarm.