What is the Traverse 16?
The Traverse 16 is a running vest with a larger storage capacity - a hybrid backpack, if you will. It's the ideal accessory for long-distance trail runs, fasthiking, marathons, training, or fastpacking your favourite mountain route when you need the extra kit.
What is it made of?
This hybrid running vest is primarily made with Robic® Nylon, a proprietary fabric which is stronger than regular nylon. It's ideal for use in rugged mountain terrain where it's likely to take a beating. Specifically, the material has a higher tenacity, abrasion resistance and tear resistance than regular nylon. Pretty impressive, huh?
3D Monofilament Mesh panels help to reduce the weight and increase breathability where it's needed most - for example, around the back (the pack's largest contact point) and inside the shoulder straps. It also allows increased airflow as you move to reduce sweat build-up and regulate temperature.
All materials in this pack are PFC-free, meaning they don't use harmful perfluorinated chemicals that leave permanent damage to our precious planet!
What are its features?
Vest-inspired shoulder straps improve comfort and stability, helping the weight to spread evenly while offering additional storage at the front for convenience. Chest straps keep the vest in place and are height-adjustable, allowing you to adapt them to fit more personally.
A front zip pocket and removable waterproof pocket help to keep items like a mobile phone, snacks and keys organised and protected. Being removable, this little waterproof pouch makes a great, versatile accessory for days out on the water too!
Plus, if you're looking to reduce the weight to a minimum, the back panel can also be removed.
For those who enjoy using hydration reservoirs instead of bulky water bottles, you're in luck! The Traverse is hydration compatible, allowing you to secure a water bladder for keeping fluids up without adding excessive stops en route. However, if you're going traditional or are taking a more leisurely trip, there are also two flask pockets with zip fastenings for extra security.
The main compartment is perfect for larger essentials such as extra layers and guidebooks. You can gain access through the main entry point, fastened with a drawstring, or the side entry when you don't want to stop and remove the vest altogether.
When the compartment isn't fully packed, you can cinch any dead space away using the compression straps to stop it from wobbling around and setting you off balance.
For fastpackers or hikers who don't want the faff of a regular backpack, there are pole fixation points on either side of the Traverse 16 to neatly store them when not in use.
The design is finished with Dynafit's contemporary branding and a small safety whistle for extra reassurance out on the hill.
Features:
- Vest-inspired shoulder straps
- Removable waterproof pocket
- Pole fixation
- Zipped flask pockets
- Height-adjustable chest straps
- Quick drawstring closure
- Side access to main compartment
- Front zip pocket
- Compression
- Removable back padding
- Hydration reservoir compatible
- Safety whistle