Matador Beast18 Ultralight Technical Backpack

The Beast18 is an ultralight frame pack engineered for technical outdoor pursuits. A flexible frame suspension system provides support and torsion with movement, while still allowing the bag to pack down small for travel. This fully-featured alpine pack is built from Robic® fabric and reinforced with a UTS coating for weatherproofing and durability.

The Beast18 is equipped with everything you need to take on your pursuit, including hydration compatibility, gear loops for alpine tools and hiking poles, and daisy chains for additional external storage. Ultralight at just 1lb 5oz, the Beast18 is prepared to help you fight gravity without excess weight. Built from industry-leading Robic® nylon and best-in-class YKK® hardware, the Beast18 is designed for long-lasting durability you can depend on. Tackle your objective knowing your equipment won’t let you down.

The Beast18 is designed to move with you, offering all-day comfort and flexibility with movement. The flexible frame suspension system distributes your pack evenly from shoulders to hips, while the waist and sternum strap offer a customized fit to your body and support for heavy loads. The Beast18 quickly and easily packs down small for efficient travel. Simply twist and fold the pack in half and secure inside the included compression sack. Unpack the bag and the spring steel frame will restore the shape of the pack instantly.

The Beast18 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.

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. An internal hydration sleeve accommodates most 1-3 liter reservoirs, with hose routing features on both shoulder straps for a customized fit. Easily twist, fold, and store the pack in the included compression sack for travel. Ultralight at just 1lb, 5oz, the Beast18 makes it easy to take a fully capable alpine pack with you wherever you go.

Features

• 18-Liter Capacity
• Built from durable 210D Robic® nylon
• Waterproof UTS coating (adds up to 30% strength over traditional PU coatings)
• Flexible frame that moves with your body
• Removable hip belt
• Adjustable sternum strap
• Dual compartment design with half clamshell zipper main
• Hydration Compatible
• Gear loops for hiking poles, ice axes, or tools
• Hypalon reinforced external daisy chain
• Oversized water bottle pockets
• Two internal pockets and key loop for securing small items
• Padded breathable mesh shoulder straps and back panel
• Compression storage sack for travel

Volume: 18 liters
Weight: 1lbs 5oz (595g)
Unpacked Dimensions: 10 x 20 x 6.5 inches (25.5 x 50.8 x 16.5cm)
Packed up Dimensions: 9 x 9 x 3.5inches (22.9 x 22.9 x 8.9cm)

Materials
 
Outer: 210D Robic® high tenacity nylon, UTS coated, DWR finish
Inner: 100D Robic® high tenacity nylon, UTS coated, DWR finish
UTS Coating: Adds up to 30% increased tear strength over traditional coatings

YKK® zippers and hardware
EVA foam padded back, shoulder straps, and hip belt
210D nylon Bonded thread with Bartack reinforced construction