GoLite Ion

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Description

The Ion is the smallest of three packs in GoLite’s Ultra Series, designed for the core ultra-light customer. The Ultra packs (Ion, Jam², and Pinnacle) offer maximum comfort at minimum weight for minimalist fastpackers, thru-hikers, backpackers, peak baggers, climbers, travelers, and day hikers.

The highly compactable Ion is designed for day hikes and peak bagging, ultra-light fastpacking, rock climbing, travel, and summit bids. It features a watertight zipper, space mesh shoulder straps, adjustable sternum strap, webbing for the hip belt, hydration tube opening, and haul loop.

Use: ultra-light fastpacking, rock climbing, summit bids, day hikes
Sizing: Unisex (available in Small, Medium, and Large)
Capacity: 1500 cu in
Weight: 9 oz (260 g)
MSRP: $50

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. GoLite Ion Pack (Spring 2008) - 20% Off (use code 581) The epitome of ultra-lite simplicity, the Men's Ion Pack by GoLite was designed for ultra-lite fast-packing, summit bids, and adventure travel. Constructed of super durable Dyneema gridstop fabric and a single watertight zipper at the opening, this top-loader features spacer mesh shoulder straps for comfort, an adjustable sternum strap and webbing hip belt, a hydration tube opening and a haul loop. Extremely compact and a true minimalist piece, the Ion is a featherweight 9 ounces!"

From Backcountry.com:
"At a scant weight of only 9 ounces, the GoLite Women's Ion Pack gets the job done for fast packers who want a sack with a lid. Well, this GoLite backpack doesn't even have a lid, just a zipper on top of the light-but-tough Dyneema gridstop main compartment. The Ion Pack holds enough gear for a day hike or ridiculously light overnight trip, and the foam back-panel supports the load. Space mesh shoulder straps and a one-inch waist belt help you carry your gear and still allow for excellent breathability."

User Reviews

Unisex Ion
Reviewed by leadbelly2550, May 11, 2008

"I purchased this pack to substitute for a much heavier, much more complicated day pack and as a summit bag.

This pack is nearly perfect if you are looking for a comfortable, lightweight, and simple pack. It holds roughly 1,800 cubic inches in one pocket - no side pockets for small items - but it holds a lot of gear for a pack that looks so small."

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