High Sierra Appalachian Internal Frame Pack, Black, 75-Liter

4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 118 ratings
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  • 75 liter top load main compartment with gusseted drawstring closure and adjustable top lid
  • Drop bottom sleeping bag compartment with divider
  • Dual, contoured aluminum frame bars can be adjusted to fit the shape of your back
  • Internal hydration reservoir sleeve and dual exit
  • 34x14.25x10.25 inches (86.3x36.2x26 cm) 4580 cubic inches 75 liters
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If you're looking for a pack that won't hold you back, but don't want to leave those creature comforts behind, the Appalachian 75 delivers. With a whopping 75 liters of main-compartment storage space, tons of smart extras, and weighing in at just 5.8 pounds, the Appalachian 75 ensures you'll have space to spare whether you're spending a week in the woods or a day on the peaks. It features a drop bottom sleeping bag compartment with divider. ERGO-FIT shoulder harness, with adjustable load-lifters, is constructed with VAPEL™ mesh AIRFLOW™ and high-density foam padding. Dual, contoured aluminum frame bars can be adjusted to fit the shape of your back. Internal hydration reservoir sleeve and dual exit ports for tube (reservoir not included). Other features include removable media pocket, soft lashing hardware holds ice ax/hiking poles, webbing daisy chain on both sides, mesh pockets hold 100ml water bottles.

Product details

  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.25 x 14.25 x 34 inches; 5.4 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 040176417431
  • Department ‏ : ‎ unisex-adult
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ High Sierra
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004EBJOB2
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 118 ratings

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4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
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Customers say

Customers like the quality, storage space, fit and value of the backpack. For example, they mention it's well made, has lots of space and pockets, and is easy to adjust to fit. Some appreciate the comfort and back support.

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54 customers mention47 positive7 negative

Customers like the quality of the backpack. They say most parts are sturdy and well made. They also say the materials used are good, but not great. Some customers say the plastic buckles held up but did seem a little flimsy. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...Pack looks practically brand new. I sold it to my backpacking buddy's son; he used it on the PCT.Great pack." Read more

"...the buckles or zippers and from my short use, I found the hardware to be of good quality...." Read more

"...There were, however, some downsides.The plastic buckles held up but did seem a little flimsy...." Read more

"Very nice pack. This is the most versatile pack I've ever owned. Wonderful construction quality as well. Tether points all over it...." Read more

51 customers mention48 positive3 negative

Customers like the storage space of the backpack. They mention that it has lots of space and pockets, allowing them to stay well organized. The sleeping bag compartment is a good size and the pack can comfortably carry approximately 35 pounds of gear. The side pockets and front access are great, and they like how the compartments are separated and extend at the top.

"...This pack performed well and comfortably carried approximately 35# of gear...." Read more

"...The sleeping bag compartment was a good size. I was able to put my Coleman 20 deg backpacking sleeping bag without any cramming or pushing...." Read more

"...Plenty of space to pack everything I needed and a lot of pockets to keep things separated...." Read more

"...Tether points all over it. ample pockets and sippers as well...." Read more

39 customers mention30 positive9 negative

Customers like the fit of the backpack. They say that it fits well, is easy to adjust to fit, and is the perfect size. Some customers also mention that the harness is adjustable for different sizes and is a great fit for moderate travel. Overall, most are satisfied with the fit and recommend it for use on day trips.

"...It was packed tight and didn't seem overly roomy but was comfortable and seems that it will wear well. Good materials, good zippers...." Read more

"...It was heavy but everything fit. At the end of the 11.5 mile backpacking trip I was very satisfied...." Read more

"...As for the bag it's nice and big." Read more

"...The harness is adjustable for different sizes but the area where the velcro strap connects to the bag is very bulky and no matter how I adjusted the..." Read more

27 customers mention27 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the backpack. They say it's a great budget bag, serves its intended purpose very well, and is useful in every way.

"...He really liked it too. All in all this is a great pack for a good price...." Read more

"...This pack performed well and comfortably carried approximately 35# of gear...." Read more

"...a light hike of 3 miles in the foothills and I found the bag met my needs quite nicely. The sleeping bag compartment was a good size...." Read more

"Really nice bag for the price. I've used it twice while hiking in the Red River Gorge in Eastern KY and it has come through great...." Read more

20 customers mention18 positive2 negative

Customers like the comfort of the backpack. They say it's very comfortable, the belt is nice and wide, and stiff enough to be comfortable. They also say it feels like an extension of their back, and that the back support is great.

"...with about 35 pounds in this pack my shoulders, back, and hips didn't hurt at all. There's lots of lash points and storage area in this pack...." Read more

"...It was packed tight and didn't seem overly roomy but was comfortable and seems that it will wear well. Good materials, good zippers...." Read more

"...I have it packed up to about 35 lbs now and it wears so comfortably that it feels like an extension of my back. It doesnt droop & it doesnt slide...." Read more

"...The belt is nice and wide and stiff enough to be comfortable...." Read more

12 customers mention9 positive3 negative

Customers like the straps of the backpack. They say the cinching straps work well, and the handy mid strap that buckles down the top compartment to the bag works impeccably. They also appreciate the several strap options to attach necessary items with carabiners, and mention that the bottom has straps for tents or other stuff and pole loops.

"...There's a handy mid strap that buckles down the top compartment to the bag...." Read more

"...It doesnt droop & it doesnt slide. When I first got it the zippers were very stiff only because they are so robust...." Read more

"...Nice with top access as well as front. Bottom has straps for tent or other stuff and pole loops...." Read more

"...it with a quick 5 mile walk around the neighborhood and the straps didn't slide loose, i have since taped them to keep them honest, just in..." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers like the versatility of the backpack. For example, they say it's good for long expedition trips, perfect for overnight hiking trips, and great for camping or an emergency pack. That said, they mention it stores all of their gear and makes the trip very enjoyable.

"...It stores all of my gear,enough for my weekend hikes. I'm 6ft 0in tall,and overweight...." Read more

"...To be used to fully charge as it loses shape. Good for long expedition trips." Read more

"This bag is great for a short trip...I wouldn't like to hike with it on my back for any length of time...." Read more

"It was a good backpack for my trip in Asia. I liked how the compartments separated and how it extends at the top...." Read more

13 customers mention9 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the zipper of the backpack. Some find it great and sturdy, while others say it's stiff and hard to close.

"...Good materials, good zippers. One little clip popped off a couple times but reattached with a little effort( may be designed to pop off, not sure)...." Read more

"...strings to help keep out water and I love the fact that it has a a zipper on the outside to access into it for small things so i dont have to open..." Read more

"...The only problem I have with the pack is the poor quality of zippers on it...." Read more

"...accessibility to your pack contents via different pockets and zippered access points. All in all, I like the pack, and want to love it...." Read more

Zippers and adjustments.
3 Stars
Zippers and adjustments.
Basically the backpack is satisfactory.The zippers,due to the flanges that protect them from the elements,are difficult to close when the pockets are somewhat full,not bulging.This is mostly the tracking of the zippering,not the the zipper as they're large.I find this to be annoying.But,once the pack has been somewhat "broken in,they may loosen a bit.The other thing is that the top of pack sits away from your upper bag,not close to your upper back,causing the pack to sway.The adjustment straps will only allow it this close,as the weight of the bag makes it fall away from your back again.In other words the straps are questionable.
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redleg1776usa
5.0 out of 5 stars Good entry level pack
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2014
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I took this for my first trip last weekend to the Crosstimbers Trail on Lake Texoma. I haven't backpacked as a civilian since 1988... lots of ruckmarches in the military but nothing recreational. This pack is incredibly comfortable. The stabilization system it has doesn't allow for any load shifting. I almost lost my balance a few times and if it had shifted I probably would have fallen. The terrain was alot of up and down hiking. After hiking 11 miles with about 35 pounds in this pack my shoulders, back, and hips didn't hurt at all. There's lots of lash points and storage area in this pack. I probably won't fill it up to capacity this year on our shorter hikes but; hopefully I'll get to hike some longer trails once I'm in shape. We are hiking the Ouachita trail for a 3 day trip in March. I will update my review then after this longer hike. BTW, my friend I hike with bought one of these as well after seeing mine. He really liked it too. All in all this is a great pack for a good price. I agree with a few of the other reviews about the belt strap but; I'm a little more round than I used to be so... that's probably more due to my dunlap than a problem with the belt.

Update 4/25/14: We did the boardstand loop starting at Talimena State Park ... 23 miles. The pack is great; same info as above. Other positives to add:

1. My back stayed cool for the entire hike, even on an 80 degree day.

2. I used lash points more this time out; can't say enough about them.

3. Front loading compartment is a nice addition.

4. The pack comes with a rain cover.

5. Pack material is VERY tough.

Negatives:

1. sleeping bag compartment is small.

2. straps on bottom of pack are hard to tighten

3. partitioned compartment doesn't offer enough back padding. I had my cook system in there and it was very uncomfortable on my back. Don't put hard items in there!

4. Pack itself is a bit heavy.

We are going on another hike on the Northeast TX Trail this weekend. If there's any more to add, I'll be sure to include it.

For the money, this is a great pack. I'll be keeping this one for awhile. :)

Retired this pack; purchased a lighter, smaller pack. I prefer ultralite/minimalist, but; this pack helped me to hone my skills to find what I really need to take and what I don't. Pack looks practically brand new. I sold it to my backpacking buddy's son; he used it on the PCT.

Great pack.
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Clay M
4.0 out of 5 stars Good pack for the money
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2014
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Bought this for my first backpacking experience, so this review is coming from a novice in that regard. I was looking for a pack big enough for a 2 -3 day hike and durable enough to last but didn't want to spend over $100. This pack performed well and comfortably carried approximately 35# of gear. It was packed tight and didn't seem overly roomy but was comfortable and seems that it will wear well. Good materials, good zippers. One little clip popped off a couple times but reattached with a little effort( may be designed to pop off, not sure). Overall good buy for the money.
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F8Chromo
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceeded expectations so far...
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2012
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The High Sierra Appalachian 75 is a great backpack. I took it out for a light hike of 3 miles in the foothills and I found the bag met my needs quite nicely. The sleeping bag compartment was a good size. I was able to put my Coleman 20 deg backpacking sleeping bag without any cramming or pushing. What helped was the really large opening for the compartment. I also liked the dual openings for your hydration bag. The top compartment looks like you can detach and use it as a fanny pack. But I haven't tried that yet. There are actually two compartments for the top opening, which looks to be quite handy. The front opening to the Main Compartment is a nice touch as well as the compartmental opening into the sleeping bag compartment.

I did not have any issues with the buckles or zippers and from my short use, I found the hardware to be of good quality. I'll be going on a backpacking trip at the end of the month and I'll leave an update after that trip.

So Far, so Good!

Edit: 5 stars now. Well, this backpack certainly did its job. I had a stove, GSI microdualist, sleeping bag, 2.5 days of clothes, water filter, two man tent and food. It was heavy but everything fit. At the end of the 11.5 mile backpacking trip I was very satisfied. I was able to strap tent poles to the outside and I was able to strap my sleep pad to the bottom of the pack. There's a handy mid strap that buckles down the top compartment to the bag. The front opening was great in that I could close the top opening and then "shove" stuff into the middle and then zip it up. I didn't have a problem with buckles or zippers. The belt had additional room to be cinched in, but I'm not that light anymore. I can see someone with no hips and a size 29 inch waist having a problem fitting this pack. But for us middle aged guys going back to our youth, this backpack does the job.
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Joanna
2.0 out of 5 stars Messed up on arrival
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2014
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Ripped on arrival just like the other bag we ordered. As for the bag it's nice and big.
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Cornel
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing value in quality and effectiveness
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2014
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Algonquin excursions won't ever be a problem again! Well-arranged compartments, easy adjustments of multiple make-fit comfort. And it is huge! > One has to be cautious not to overload! It is well equipped to allow multiple-day packing. The colour is ideal. The stowed-away rain cover is absolutely ideal. Such is the facility to engage a camel-back water supply and easy-to-reach small side compartments. Comfort still true after a 7+ Km portage! Material surface easy to clean. I am proud to be the owner and would like to be sure to confirm similar report after many years of using this great back pac!
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Bodkin's Best Photography
4.0 out of 5 stars Good sized pack
Reviewed in Canada on January 13, 2015
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Good sized pack. Ample room for gear. Quick access front zipper for access to central storage. Haven't had any structural problems or anything with two years of camping with it. Give it a coat of scotchguard if you're camping in damp environments.
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MADClimber
4.0 out of 5 stars Bon produit
Reviewed in Canada on January 11, 2014
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C'est un bon sac, il est solide, mais j'ai eu un peu de misère à ajuster correctement les sangles pour moi.
This is a good bag, it is solid, but I had problem to properly adjust the straps for me.
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Coral
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Reviewed in Canada on July 13, 2013
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Came quickly and seemed to be good quality...we have yet to do a road test with it to see how it will stand up with wear and tear.
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Antoine Lafleur
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2016
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Very good bag so far haven't had any issue with it.
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