VauDe Asymmetric 50

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The Asymmetric 50 is an internal frame backpack made by VauDe. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 2 user reviews.

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From Backcountry.com:
"Vaude's Asymetric 50 Backpack makes the idea of a trek through The German Alps sound like nachtmusik to your ears. FLASH adjustable shoulder straps and torso length hone in on your body's size, creating a fit that forms specifically to your shape. A well-padded ventilating back panel with a rigid moldable frame provides stable comfort for a long day of hiking. Ice axe loops tote your glacier-crossing tools and a hydration pocket camelbacks your water pouch. When the rain or snow comes, which it tends to do, pull the included rain cover out of its pocket and keep your stuff dry until you reach camp."

From REI:
"Attached top lid pocket is a great place to stash essentials; four cord loops provide straightforward lashing points. Built-in raincover has its own storage pocket on the bottom for quick, convenient access. Closeout. External pocket features a weather-resistant zipper; internal watertight pocket is designed for maps or important documents. Externally accessible sleeping bag compartment accommodates a wide variety of sleeping bags. High-performance Cordura nylon resists abrasions, tears, scuffs and punctures. Hydration-compatible design features reservoir pocket and drink tube exit port for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately). Lightweight and rigid HDPE framesheet helps support heavy pack loads. Molded padding on backpanel is shaped to provide comfort while promoting cooling airflow; mesh lining helps wick moisture away. Side compression straps secure both large and small loads for increased stability. The mid-sized Vaude Asymmetric 50 pack easily handles summer and winter weekend trips with a classic top-loading design. Two mesh side pockets keep water bottles within easy reach. Two tool loops let you secure an ice axe or trekking poles. Unique floating suspension system allows customized fitting of shoulder harness; hipbelt can be removed for ultralight summit attempts."

User Reviews

Asymmetric 50
Reviewed by Charity, Apr 30, 2002

"Bought mine at barrabes. com. Vaude packs easily compare in quality and fit to Arc'teryx or Gregory. They run a little lower in volume/capacity than their published #s -- a 55 liter Vuade is about 3000 in^3 . . . it should be more. The tergoform suspension is amazing ."

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Asymmetric 50
Reviewed by Steve Yee, May 15, 1998

"I purchased this one when I had to return my Eagle Creek Backcountry Alpine for warranty repair. In one word. . . it's NICE !! It's got features that I have on my larger packs, including a separate sleeping bag area with zip-out divider. It's got all the ice axe loops you need, and its compression straps are the only thing that I've got a minor complaint with: they aren't stitched back to help prevent them from undoing themselves from the buckle."

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