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Arc'teryx Maia 50 Backpack

Hiking & Camping > BackpacksRated: ***** by 3 reviews.

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For backcountry treks over the weekend, the Women's Maia 50 Backpack from ARCTERYX is an extremely efficient high-capacity trekking pack that carries unlike anything else you'll find on the market. Designed entirely to fit a woman's anatomy, this isn't just a smaller, pink version of a man's pack. It's high-durability, high-capacity packing performance for women. Specifications based on size Regular

Features:

  • Anatomically correct helixed shoulder pads connect to the pack using an innovative gridlock system that facilitates a fine tune for different body shapes.
  • Completely waterproof and almost seamless, 420ACT fabric coupled with the latest in patterning and lamination technology allows for worry-free trekking
  • For unencumbered and painless carrying, laminated suspension transfers the load to a radially formed hipbelt by means of a molded load transfer disc that moves and rotates with you
  • Keep yourself hydrated without drenching your gear - a waterproof hydroport allows you to run your hydration tube outside yet still maintains the waterproof integrity of the pack
  • Rolltop closure with a removable top lid gives you options on the trail
  • Stay dry and comfortable without giving up comfort - external spacermesh back panel conforms to your back, yet still allows your built up sweat to flow freely into the environment
  • Store drenched items without soaking your gear - the external kangaroo pocket is held separate from the main body
  • Thin, light, and designed to directly connect the pack, suspension, and your back, a combination of aluminum, plastic, and EVA foam works together for all-day comfort

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The Arc'teryx Maia 50 Women's Backpack holds plenty of gear for a three-day trip and carries comfortably. Oh yeah, did we mention it's completely waterproof? That's right. The Maia 50 Backpack uses waterproof 420ACT fabric, seam-sealed construction, and a roll-top closure to keep out every speck of moisture. Arc'teryx included a pivoting waist-belt and adjustable shoulder straps to ensure this overnight backpack fits correctly as you hike in the rain or snow. This ultra-sleek design also includes a low-profile front pocket and two lid pockets to keep your necessities organized.

Access:top / panel
Access Types:Roll top
Capacity:2865 cu in (Short); 3051 cu in (Regular); 3234 cu in (Tall)
Detachable Pack:No
External Pockets:2 Lid, 1 front
Fits Torso:14 - 17 inches (Short); 16 - 19 inches (Regular); 18 - 21 inches (Tall)
Frame material:EVA foam / plastic / aluminum
Gear Loops:No
Hydration Compatible:Yes
Ice Axe Loops:Yes
Material:urethane-coated nylon
Number of pockets:main compartment + 4 pockets
Rain Cover:No, the bag is waterproof
Recommended Use:Overnight and weekend backpacking
Shovel Pocket:No
Ski Carry:No
Sleeping Bag Compartment:No
Snowboard Carry:No
Suspension:6061 Aluminum stays, Thermoformed shoulder straps and waist-belt
Torso Adjustment:No
Volume:[S] 2865cu in (47L); [M] 3051cu in (50L); [L] 3234cu in (53L)
Warranty:Lifetime
Weight:[S] 4lb 6oz (2.1kg); [M] 4lb 8oz (2.2kg); [L] 5lb (2.3kg)

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Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

SizeColor
Gold Rush
Gold Rush
Lime
Lime
Sapphire
Sapphire
Short498.95498.95499.00498.95
Regular498.95499.00498.95499.00499.00498.95499.00499.00
Tall498.95498.95499.00499.00498.95499.00499.00
Srt 499.00 

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Arc'teryx Maia 50 Backpack Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

Good Pack

Rating:****

I should start off by saying I am a man, not a woman. But weighing less than 120 pounds with a 28 inch waist the men's version of this pack did not fit right -- especially in the hip belt.
Downsides: (1) The pack is not especially light -- and I felt it on the trail. If you want a light pack get an Osprey. (2) The pack is quite expensive -- you'd have to look hard to find more pricey gear at 50 liters. This pack is for the truly self indulgent (yep, that's me).
Upsides: (1) It's waterproof. (2) It has a simple, clean design without all those fussy little details that crowd cheaper gear trying hard to look expensive. (3) It's tough and very well made. (4) It looks great.
The colors are a bit of a stretch -- I wouldn't be seen carrying a lime green pack and I'm quite in touch with my "feminine side." But the sapphire one was tolerable yet distinctive.
I wish I was buying the thing now -- $50 off regular price is better than a kick in the teeth.

Anonymous at Backcountry.com on 08/24/2007

"Great pack, perfect for streamlined adventures, well worth the cost."

Rating:*****
Usually I write non-sensical reviews, but I just can't think of anything funny today. I bought this pack for my girlfriend in anticipation of some serious traveling we have planned for the summer. Hopefully she'll get some hiking/camping use out of it as well. It is certainly a hefty purchase, but like all Arc'teryx products it is of the highest quality. You can tell when you put it on I own the men's version, the Naos 55 that it is sturdy and means business. It has a slim profile but holds a surprising amount. I was pleasantly surprised to find that it has 4 small pockets in addition to the large storage chamber - two on the front side one small, one larger, one of the outside surface
Gregory at Moosejaw on 06/19/2008

Finally, a cute backpack

Rating:*****

I love Arc'teryx packs, always have. When it was time to replace my old one, I went straight to the Arc'teryx options. When I bought my first one ages ago, there were no women's options, and there were black or black. Now, with women's specific packs and cute colors, I want to use it all the time. Men, take note, get your girl a cute pack and she'll want to go out more! Anyway, this pack is spectacular! The fabric was super waterproof and durable. It was actually light too. My old one was 1/3 of my weight and this guy was like a feather! The zippers are all sealed and nice. I got the lime color and it is too cute!

Mogg at Backcountry.com on 08/21/2007