Arc'teryx Bora 95

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The Bora 95 is an internal frame backpack made by Arc'teryx. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 10 user reviews.

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From Backcountry.com:
"As the biggest pack in the Arc'teryx line, the Bora 95 Backpack represents is ideal for week-long backpacking trips and large-scale expeditions. With a massive 5500cu inches of cargo space (medium), this Arc'teryx backpack holds all the gear you could possibly want to carry in one trip. The Bora 95 uses dual 6061 aluminum stays and thermoformed straps to give you excellent support and comfort while you heft your monster load. A large front pocket helps keep gear organized while the side zipper lets you access gear without unloading this giant pack."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The super-sized Arc'teryx Bora 95 is designed for monster loads and grand ambitions. Urethane coated fabric and WaterTight zippers help keep expedition supplies dry. Well-ordered gear space and the plushest thermoformed suspension save both strength and sanity. Arc'teryx Bora 95 Backpack Features: Technical Features: - Moisture-resistant outer face fabric -Durable Construction: - Double-layered fabric pack bottom for added strength and durability - Occipital cavity provides unrestricted head movement Pack Suspension Configuration: - V-Frame suspension - Interchangeable thermoformed hipbelt - Interchangeable dual-density shoulder straps - Thermoformed backpanel - Broader hipbelt with extra set of side-mounted cinch straps to assist with load stabilization Pack Lid Configuration: - Removable, quick-release top lid with integrated hip belt doubles as a waist pack Pack Compression Strap Configuration: - Six external compression straps Pack Attachment Configuration: - Two external daisy chains - Two ice axe keepers - Key clip Pack Pocket Configuration: - Kangaroo pocket with drain hole - Sleeping bag compartment - Two water bottle pockets Pack Hydration: - Hose clip Zippers & Fly Configuration: - WaterTight™ external zippers - WaterTight™ full length side zip Arc'teryx Bora 90 Materials: 210D Invista HT Ripstorm™ lining 420D Invista HT Ripstorm™ 630D Invista HT Superpack nylon reinforcement Hypalon™ trim 6061 aluminum stays HDPE framesheet Weight Volume Fits... (Regular) (Maximum) (Torso Length) Short 3.4 kg/113 oz 86 L 96 L 16"-19" Regular 3.4 kg/120 oz 92 L 102 L 18"-21" Tall 3.5 kg/123 oz 99 L 110 L 20"-23""

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Arcteryx Bora 95 Pack (Fall 2009) The Bora 95 Pack by Arcteryx is designed for monster loads and grand ambitions. Urethane coated fabric and WaterTight zippers help keep expedition supplies dry. Well-ordered gear space and the plushest thermoformed suspension saves both strength and sanity. Specifications: Weight: 7 lbs 1 oz (3.2 kgs) S; 7 lbs 8 oz (3.4 kgs) R; 7lbs 11 oz (3.5 kgs) T Volume: 5250 cu in (86 ltr) to 5860 cu in (96 ltr) S; 5550 cu in (92 ltr) to 6220 cu in (102 ltr) R; 6040 cu in (99 ltr) to 6710 cu in (110 ltr) T Features: Double layered fabric pack bottom Six external compression straps Full-length side zip Hose clip Interchangeable unisex dual density shoulder straps Interchangeable unisex thermoformed hip belt Key clip Kangaroo pocket with drain hole Occipital cavity Thermoformed back panel Two external daisy chains, ice axe holders, and water bottle pockets WaterTight zippers Materials: HDPE frame sheet 6061 aluminum stay 420D ripstorm 630D super pack nylon reinforcements Hypalon trim We are not able to ship Arcteryx products outside the US because of that other thing."

From REI:
"Backpackers with grand ambitions and a lot of gear can count on the Bora 95 with its thoughtfully designed suspension and loads of room! Main compartment features top-loading and side-zippered access for extensive entrance to all corners of the pack. V-stay suspension system with load-transfer rods helps distribute the load evenly between shoulders and hips. Laminated four-layer foam hipbelt is thermo-formed to fit the shape of your hips and reduce pressure points; adjustable angle offers an individual fit. Thermo-formed foam backpanel with ventilation channels and anatomically curved, padded shoulder straps add comfort. High-density polyurethane (HDPE) framesheet protects your back from bulky and pointy items and supports heavy loads. New, injection-molded external occipital cavity creates a permanent 3D space for full head mobility. Large, self-draining front kangaroo pocket holds bulky or wet gear and is accessible from top or front. Zippered, lower sleeping bag compartment is created by the adjustable, roll-up divider. Eliminating zipper flaps, the easy-to-use WaterTight™ zippers are designed for protection in extremely wet weather. Top lid pocket can be remove to become a waistpack for summit attempts or short day hikes. Underside of lid features a hydration zip pocket for holding a reservoir plus an exit port for its drinking tube (reservoir sold separately). Includes dual daisy chains, wand pockets and dual ice axe/tool loops for carrying bulky gear outside the pack. Made of RipStorm™ nylon and 420-denier WaterTight™ fabric, with an impregnated polyurethane backing, for abrasion- and water-resistance."

User Reviews

Men's Bora 95
Reviewed by rfdude, Aug 26, 2007

"Have used this back since 2000 on 3-14 day ventures in the NW and Canada. Carried loads from 45 ~ 80 lbs with ease. Very comfortable: Pack was very stable and rode on my hips nicely. After 7 years and lots of NW miles, pack still wears very and I feel no need to replace or upgrade."

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Men's Bora 95
Reviewed by Branden Dillon, Nov 09, 2006

"A little known fact is that the Bora 95 has been adapted for service in the United States Marine Corps. I didn't know it myself untill the day I stood in line for a new pack. There had been a lot of rumors speculating on the preformance of the new pack."

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Men's Bora 95
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Sep 11, 2006

"Lower edge of very stiff molded hip belt was cutting in too much, painful and caused muscle cramps on ascent on sev tries (Rainier, Gannet, Granite, Big Horns, etc)(pack loads 45-65 lbs). Tried to refit the suspension, adjust all straps to no avail."

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Bora 95
Reviewed by Jim Butterworth, Oct 18, 2004

"This pack held everything I wanted to take on a 4-day trek on the Appalachian Trail. My first day out the pack weighed 65 pounds. I like how it feels on my spine rising off my back keeping me from sweating too much unlike my old internal frame pack."

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Bora 95
Reviewed by dtich@..., Aug 04, 2004

"arc'teryx is a contraction of archeopteryx, a prehistoric bird (hence
the logo). i just had a feeling, but one day i had them on the phone
and asked, she said 'yes! and you're the first person to ask!' i have
a couple jackets and a pack and some other stuff from them; great great gear."

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Bora 95 (Short)
Reviewed by John, Jan 28, 1999

"Definitely the most comfortable and well-built pack I've ever been burdened with. The capacity of the short version is 86 litres as opposed to the 95 litres in the standard size - sad to say I don't know the conversion to cu. in. but the difference in capacity is roughly equal to 1/3 of a daypack."

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Bora 95
Reviewed by Zazou, Aug 02, 1997

"I lifted this thing off the floor fully loaded, minus the bear canister I would add at the trail head. OH SWEET MOTHER OF GOD!," I thought! Eighty-five pounds was by far and away the most I had ever packed. Nine days worth of food, trail clothes and gear were now stuffed into this work of art."

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Bora 95
Reviewed by Chris, Jul 19, 1997

"This is quite a large pack (at least for me) and is my first expedition size pack. The pack rode extremely comfortably and after a short while I barely noticied the ~40 pounds I was carrying with it. The quality of the materials and the workmanship are all first rate and quite noticable in even the smallest details such as the large front pocket's oversize zipper."

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Bora 95
Reviewed by Andrew, Jun 24, 1997

This is a really super pack. It was comfortable enough as to be unnoticeable in my recent month-long NOLS Alaska mountaineering course, and it didn't show any wear at all. Nice features include a side access zipper, a large 'kangaroo' outside pocket, hook and loop ice axe retainer, fanny pack convertable top pocket with its own waistbelt and a place to strap your crampons onto.

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Bora 95
Reviewed by zazou@..., Apr 22, 1997

"Let me say at first I am a backpacker, not a climber, so my experience is given accordingly. And the listed number for pounds carried is weighed, not some arbitrary "I am a cool guy" amount. I am really not all that cool.

Well, I have to say here that ARC'TERYX is the builder of a world class pack."

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