Kelty Tornado 4000

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The Tornado 4000 is an internal frame backpack made by Kelty. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 2 user reviews.

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From EMS:
"Designed for women, the 4,000 cubic inch Tornado features a built-in hydration system and a solid suspension system that is easy to fit and adjust. Breathable foam-mesh back panel keeps you cool. Very adjustable suspension; fits torsos 13 to 17 inches. Padded 3-layer waist belt allows for excellent weight dispersal to your hips for a comfortable carry. Padded 2-layer shoulder straps. Load lifter straps help balance the pack. Adjustable sternum strap keep shoulder straps in place. Two LightBeam aluminum stays and a sturdy HDPE frame sheet help you to carry a heavy load in comfort. 3-liter (100 fluid ounces) reservoir bladder and drink hose included."

From Backcountry.com:
"The slim-profiled Kelty Women's Tornado Backpack embraces your body making longer backpacking trips more comfortable. Kelty designed the Tornado to make carrying heavy loads as comfortable as possible when you're storming the backcountry. The Tornado's body-hugging contours, breathable padded backpanel, and ridiculously padded hipbelt and shoulder straps keep you comfortably packing from Kansas to OZ. Kelty added a three liter hydration system to the Tornado to keep you hydrated on your adventure. A whirlwind of additional features like a shovel pocket for winter trips adorn the Tornado to keep you well organized on your voyage."

From Sierra Trading Post:
"CLOSEOUTS . The Kelty Tornado 4000 internal frame backpack was made for long weekend adventures, with 4000 cu.in. of space and an included 3-liter hydration system with antimicrobial treatment and locking bite valve included. Narrow profile with shorter torso fits a woman's body Two-layer waist belt with pulley system to double tightening force Top-loading Spacermesh breathable back panel Multiple smaller pockets for organization Four side-compression straps Ice-axe loop Daisy chain Load-lifter straps and belt stabilizers HDPE frame sheet Fits torsos: 12-17” Size (LxWxD): 35- x13x11- ” Pack capacity: 4000 cu.in. Hydration capacity: 3-liter (101 oz.) Weight: 5 lb. 4 oz. Material: Nylon and polyester with LightBeam aluminum stays CLOSEOUTS . Philippines."

From REI:
"Adjustable-height top pocket with security pocket inside; front shovel pocket and twin mesh accessory pockets keep gear organized and ready. Aluminum stays and HDPE mid-back framesheet support and balance the load. Breathable suspension elements keep you more comfortable on the trail. Features durable nylon ripstop construction for superior abrasion resistance. Four side-compression straps snug down the load and add gear-storage options. Ice-axe loops and vertical daisy chain provide attachment points for climbing gear. Ideal for long weekend adventures, this pack is loaded with features specifically designed to get you and your gear out there comfortably. Included 3-liter Taste-Free hydration system has anti-microbial treatment plus locking Bite-Me Valve and 360 swivel drink tube port. Narrow, slim profile hugs your body and allows maximum range of movement. Reservoir has an easy fill handle and wide mouth fitting for ice, powdered drinks plus Nalgene threads that fits most filters. Sternum strap, load-lifter straps and belt stabilizers help balance the load; Scherer Cinch pulley-like system doubles hipbelt tightening force. Three-layer hipbelt provides a cushioned platform and even weight distribution. Top-loading design also features a J-shaped zipper for easy access to gear."

User Reviews

Tornado 4000
Reviewed by Madhiker, Apr 19, 2001

"I have owned this pack for two years and I've hiked over 200 miles with it and each hike has been for at least 4 days. This pack gets a little uncomfortable if you exceed 50 lbs but I consider that to be more incentive to stay around the 40 lb mark. This pack is tough to beat for $105."

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Tornado 4000
Reviewed by Nathan P. Gatlin, Dec 25, 1999

"I purchased this from Planet Outdoors. The pack is recommended as a weekend pack, however, being a minimalist, it would be feasible to use it as a week long or trekking pack. It is incredibly comfortable and easily becomes one with the body it accompanies. It is a 4 star (out of 4 stars) backpack. The price isn't too shabby either."

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