What Is the Gregory Zulu LT 25L Backpack?
For day hikes, you can't go wrong with the Gregory Zulu LT daypack. It's built on the legacy of the Zulu and Jade series, offering premium comfort and a sleek, technical design that's perfect for carrying all your essentials during your hiking adventures.
What Is It Made Of?
The main body of the Zulu LT backpack is constructed from a 40% recycled 400D polyester ripstop. This material is known for its durability and resistance to tearing, making it well-suited for outdoor adventures. It's also treated with a PFC-free DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coating, which enhances its water resistance and aligns with eco-friendly practices by avoiding harmful perfluorinated chemicals.
For added durability and ruggedness, the bottom of the backpack is crafted from sturdy 420D nylon with a PFC-free DWR coating. Whether navigating busy airports or placing your backpack on various surfaces during hiking, the reinforced bottom provides extra protection against abrasion and potential damage.
Inside the backpack, the lining is made from 40% post-consumer recycled 135D polyester. Like the exterior materials, it also features a PFC-free DWR coating, providing an extra layer of protection against moisture. Using post-consumer recycled polyester helps reduce waste and minimise the environmental footprint of the backpack.
The buckles on the Zulu LT backpack are Bluesign-approved. This certification signifies that the buckles meet strict environmental and safety standards, ensuring responsible manufacturing and materials use.
To provide structural integrity while maintaining a lightweight design, these backpacks are supported by a lightweight alloy steel frame. This frame ensures that the backpack can comfortably carry your gear and withstand the rigours of outdoor adventures.
The Zulu LT backpack has been thoughtfully designed with sustainability in mind. It was developed using a lifecycle analysis tool, resulting in a 25% reduction in carbon impact. This reduction is achieved through the use of blended recycled polyester fabric, aligning with eco-friendly values.
What Type of Back System Is Used?
The Zulu LT backpack features a back system designed for maximum comfort and support. It incorporates a tensioned mesh and support to create an ultra-ventilated pack that conforms to your body's unique shape.
The one-piece hip belt offers seamless and even support, while strategically placed linear mesh on the back panel and harness helps distribute the load for a stable and comfortable on-trail experience.
The backpack also includes a ComfortWrap shoulder harness with a sternum strap that features an integrated safety whistle and a hydration clip for added convenience.
The anatomically shaped ventilated back panel ensures breathability and the seamless hip belt design eliminates hot spots.
Plus, the backpack comes with large hip belt pockets, making it easy to access and secure your essentials, including popular cell phones.
To further enhance comfort, it also incorporates a perimeter support frame, a lightweight alloy frame designed to distribute the pack's weight evenly, ensuring a barely-there comfort experience on your adventures.
What Are Its Features?
The backpack includes an interior hydration sleeve equipped with the Speedclip attachment system, which is compatible with Gregory Hydro reservoirs (reservoir not included). This feature allows easy and convenient access to fluid intake during your adventures.
The main access to the backpack is made with the U-zip panel loader design, allowing you to unzip the entire front panel for unrestricted access to your gear.
At the top of the backpack, there's a quick access zippered pocket for items you need quickly, such as maps or snacks.
The sides feature large stretch-mesh pockets sized for large-format water bottles, offering easy access.
The front includes a laser-cut light attachment loop for visibility and safety in low-light conditions.
The backpack is equipped with a trekking pole system featuring an adjustable bungee attachment and bottom loops.
A custom-fitted rain cover is also included to protect your gear from unexpected weather.
Features:
- VaporSpan ventilated back panel with linear mesh panels
- Comfort cradle hipbelt
- Hipbelt zippered pockets
- Padded shoulder straps
- Interior hydration sleeve with Speedclip hydration attachment system compatible with Gregory Hydro reservoirs (reservoir not included)
- Top quick-access zippered pocket
- Large stretch-mesh side pockets
- Front laser cut light attachment loop
- Trekking pole system with adjustable bungee attachment and bottom loops
- Custom fitted rain cover included