Benefits of the PVT System
Our patent pending PVT system involves an aluminum, closed-shape frame. This provides rigidity and strength that matches your back’s contour. The bottom of the frame then slips into a pocket on the back center of the accompanying pivot belt.It is secure, transfers weight effectively, and promotes flexibility with your movements.
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7 Popular Park Dupes for More Adventure and Fewer Crowds
Same vibe, fewer people—help Leave No Trace and ease the strain on local resources with travel alternatives.
Trip Shakedown Series: 27 Days Thru-Hiking the Colorado Trail
Insider knowledge on how to plan and pack for this nearly 500-mile trek, including trip highlights and challenges.
Backpacking Baseweight Series: Glen Van Peski Shares How He Goes Lighter
“Take less. Do more,” we say! “But, how?” you might ask. Welcome to our new series on backpacking baseweights.
7 Tips for Hiking During Wildfire Season
Prevention is always the first step with wildfire—for our safety, that of first responders, and for our lands.
10 Tips to Return to Hiking and Backpacking After a Break
The wilderness will always be waiting for you with open arms whenever you’re ready to adventure again.
6 Best Waterfall Hikes in the Pacific Northwest
The upside to so much rain during winter? Oh-so-many glorious cascades through evergreen forests filled with moss.