GoLite Quest Women's (2008) Internal Frame Backpack

Product Highlights

Designed for experienced female backpackers who have effectively trimmed the overall weight of their gear and want an ultra-lite pack to match, the GoLite Quest Women's pack offers the capacity and support needed for multi-day excursions. Weighing in at only 3 lbs. 5 oz., the Quest Women's can effectively and comfortably carry loads of up to 45 lbs.

Accounting for the anatomical differences between men and women, GoLite offers a line of backpacks with women's specifications designed to fit the shape and movement of the female body. Shorter torso lengths, narrower shoulder straps and upper area of the hip portion of the pack provide fit not found on standard men's backpacks. The hipbelt is anatomically angled and the lower hip portion of the packs are wider to offer optimal fit and improved comfort. Shorter shoulder strap padding and a shorter sternum strap round out the women's specific features.

The Quest Women's backpack is available in two different torso sizes with packbags offering 3800 and 4000 cubic inch capacities, respectively. Adding versatility, GoLite's patented comPACKtor compression system enables the Quest Women's pack to efficiently cinch down to accommodate far smaller loads. Integrated compression anchor clips snap easily into place, reducing the profile and depth of the pack for shorter trips and lighter loads. Side compression straps further enhance the compressibility of the packbag and can be restrung across the front of the Quest Women's pack to strap down snowshoes or larger gear.

Twin lightweight, removable aluminum stays work in tandem with a removable, moldable framesheet to provide the Quest Women's pack with a functional balance of rigid support and flexibility. Breathable padding on the backpanel and shoulder straps lend comfort and combat heat build-up while carrying heavy loads. Beefier foam padding in the lumbar portion of the pack and the angled hipbelt further enhance carrying comfort and ensure proper fit.

A large zippered front pocket offers an organizational option to the large main compartment of the Quest Women's backpack. An extendible lid houses a second large pocket and provides an additional location to store and organize gear. If you prefer to trim weight even further, the lid can be removed completely. An extendible spindrift collar protects the interior of the bag and can be cinched down with the use of a buckled overlapping compression strap. Sizeable zippered pockets on the hipbelt provide an arms-reach stow for valuables, food and small gear items.

Other special features of the Quest Women's backpack include trekking pole loops and two large elastic mesh water bottle pockets. Built-in tube exit ports and a narrow lined internal pocket that accommodates most hydration bladders (not included) make the Quest Women's pack hydration compatible. Providing valuable assistance in emergency situations, the buckle on the sternum strap doubles as a whistle.

The GoLite Quest Women's backpack is available in Small and Medium lengths and your choice of Iris or Lip color options.