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Deuter ACT Trail 32 Backpack

Hiking & Camping > BackpacksRated: 5 by 5 reviews.

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The ACT Trail 32 by Deuter is a top loading pack that offers you optimum weight bearing abilities and awesome load control to make your trip into the backcountry as easy and comfortable as possible.  The ACT Trail 32 was designed as a full contact hiking pack that offesr a longer fit in a lower volume package. 
The flexible Delrin Aircontact back system fits any shape of back comfortably and supports the heaviest of loads giving you a pack that fits great and stays stable as you move.  Front panel entry allows you to find those buried treasures easily, and features like the front mesh stuff it pocket allows you to keep your jacket handy or fit a climbing helmet.  The ACT Trail 32 is a great medium sized pack for any type of backpacking.  

Features:

  • External ice axe and pole attachment points
  • Flexible and tensioned Delrin frame provides extra stability without much extra weight
  • Front mesh stuff it pocket
  • Front panel entry with a beefy two way zipper that offers easier access to gear that's buried deeply
  • Hollow chamber Aircontact foam pads create breathability and an open air channel for a well ventilated back and spine
  • Hydration compatible

REI

The Deuter ACT Trail 32 offers great craftsmanship in a top-loading, lightweight daypack.

  • To cut weight, pack is made with light but strong and abrasion-resistant ripstop nylon and 210-denier ripstop polyamide
  • Delrin® Aircontact allows warm air to escape and fresh air to circulate between the pack and user's back and fits a wide variety of backs comfortably
  • 3D air-mesh fabric lining adds breathability to the contoured, padded shoulder straps; stabilizer straps provide proper pack position
  • Soft hip pads and anatomically formed hipbelt wrap body, stabilizing and controlling lateral movements of pack while on the go
  • Main compartment has plenty of room for an all day hike, on or off the trail; 2-way zipper on the front allows access to buried items
  • Front stash pocket and 2 side pockets (1 mesh, 1 zippered) store water bottles, headlamp, first-aid kit, sunscreen, multi-tool and more
  • Top lid pocket holds your map, compass or GPS, spare batteries and other small equipment items
  • Side compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying
  • Simple, lightweight twin tool loops let you quickly stash trekking poles and ice axes

Altrec

These full-contact hiking packs have already won over many fans, due to their optimum weight bearing ability and load control. The flexible Delrin® Aircontact back system construction fits any shape of back comfortably.

Features:

  • Anatomically formed 3D AirMesh shoulder straps with load transfer straps
  • Clever front design with large mesh pocket /helmet flap
  • Compression straps
  • Elastic toggle straps double up as compression straps
  • Ice axe and hiking pole loops
  • Lid pocket, valuables pocket inside and two kinds of side pocket (zipped and mesh) provide a variety of stowing solutions
  • Microrip-Nylon / Hexlite 210
  • No more rummaging around for your gear-the two-way zip on the front allows direct access to well-buried items, even when the lid is closed
  • SOS label
  • Small volume toploader with long fit, making it ideal for taller people
  • Tough 3D AirMesh covering fabric provides climate control and supports Deuter's excellent Air contact ventilation system
  • Valuables pocket on hip belt
  • Wet laundry compartment

Rocky Mountain Trail

A lightweight and durable technical hiking backpack for multi-sport adventures. The Dueter Men's ACT Trail 32 is a full-contact technical dayhiking pack that provides stability and comfort. The front-panel entry sports a large external mesh pocket beefy two-way zipper, and gives access to even the deepest gear.

Features:

  • Aircontact Back System with DelrinTM Frame Rod
  • Carrying Capacity = 22 lbs.
  • Contoured, Padded Shoulder Straps with 3D AirMesh
  • Front-entry Two-way Zip Panel Allows Access to Deep Gear
  • Hip Belt Pocket
  • Hydration Compatible
  • Ice Axe and Trekking Pole Attachments
  • Integrated, Detachable Rain Cover
  • SL Women's Specific Fit
  • Side Mesh Pocket and Large Side Zippered Pocket

Backcountry Edge

New for 2009! Combining load-bearing capability, convenient access features and a streamlined profile, the Deuter ACT Trail 32 is a high-performance day pack. Numerous external pockets and lash points grant backcountry versatility to the ACT Trail 32.

Features:

  • Aircontact ventilation system
  • Front access zipper
  • Helmet holder
  • Hydration system compatible
  • Ice axe and trekking pole loops
  • Integrated SOS label
  • Padded hip belt
  • Raincover included
  • Side pockets
  • Sternum strap
  • Top access zipper
  • Valuables pocket on hip belt

TahoeMountainSports.com

Deuter ACT Trail 32 Backpack is a technical full-contact daypack that allows you to comfortably carry lots of gear for day-long adventures
Front-entry two-way zip panel allows access to gear at the bottom of the pack
Huge front mesh pocket and side zippered pocket provide extra storage
Features: integrated detachable rain cover, trekking pole and ice axe attachments, hip belt pocket, hydration compatible (not included), contoured padded shoulder straps with 3D AirMesh


Backcountry.com

You plan to have your daypack for a while, so it makes sense to get one that actually fits. Welcome to the Deuter ACT Trail 32 Backpack. Adjust the torso length, fasten the multi-layer hip-belt, and take a deep breath of mountain air.


Appalachain Outdoors

Combining load-bearing capability, convenient access features and a streamlined profile, the Deuter ACT Trail 32 is a high-performance day pack. Numerous external pockets and lash points grant backcountry versatility to the ACT Trail 32.

Access:Top Loading w/ zippered Front Access
Access / Loading:Top/front
Access Types:Top, front
Adjustable torso:No
Approximate volume:1,950 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric:32 liters
Average weight:3 pounds
Average weight - metric:1.35 kilograms
Capacity:1950 cubic inches
Carrying Capacity:22 lbs.
Color:Granite-Black
Detachable Daypack:No
Dimensions:26 x 12.5 x 9.5 inches
Fabric:Microrip-Nylon/HexLite 2.0: A 210 denier fabric with strong ripstop threads and a PU coating.
Fits torso:17 - 21 inches
Frame Material:Delrin plastic
Frame type:Internal
Gender:Unisex
Hydration Compatible:Yes
Ice Axe Loops:Ice axe & trekking pole attachments
Material:Microrip Nylon/HexLite 210
Material(s):Ripstop nylon
Materials:Microrip Nylon and HexLite 210
Number of pockets:4 + main compartment
Other:Rain Cover Included
Pockets:[External] 1 side mesh, 1 mesh, 1 large side zippered, 1 hip-belt
Rain Cover:Yes
Recommended Use:Technical Day Hiking or Everyday Use
Shovel Pocket:No
Size:(one size)
Ski Carry:No
Snowboard Carry:No
Sternum Strap:Yes; Adjustable Position
Suspension:Aircontact back system with Delrin frame rod
Torso Adjustment:No
Torso Fit Range:17-21 inches
Torso Length:17-21 in.
Type:Day Pack
Volume:32 L (1950 cu. in.)
Waist-belt:Yes
Warranty:Lifetime
Weight:3lb (1360g)
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Legend

  •     - REI
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Backcountry.com

Notes:

Backcountry Edge offers this product at $128.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

TahoeMountainSports.com offers this product at $128.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

Rock/Creek Outfitters offers this product at $128.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

Deuter ACT Trail 32 Backpack Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

First test complete

Rating:*****
Recently got this pack and had a chance to load some gear and wear it around the house. Initial impression: Nice pack! The pack felt very comfortable with about 15lbs of gear and I was able to pack some bulky (but light) items in it. The top load with panel access is a great idea. I also like the fact that it is a non-trampoline style back so there is no pack curve to limit what gets loaded where. The hip belt felt good but only had one small pocket on one side. Two slightly larger pockets would be a nice future improvement. Seems to have a lot of features for the pack size. I intend to use this pack as a larger technical daypack and it looks like it will have no problems handling that job. I will post an update after I get it on the trail.
Anonymous at Altrec on 05/14/2009

Deuter ACT 32 review

Rating:*****

I did quite a bit of research before getting this pack. I wanted something with a good suspension, an option for a hydration bladder, extra pockets, and a quick way to get to a shell when nordic skiing or hiking. My old Lowe daypack took a lot of abuse but finally needed to be retired after 15 years or so. I'm a bit over 6'4" and this pack seems comfortable. The rain cover is a very nice extra. Looking forward to doing a lot of field testing!

steve1223081 at Backcountry.com on 09/29/2009

Second test complete

Rating:*****
Follow up review here. Just tested this for a couple of day hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. Everything reported in the 2009-05-14 review stands. The pack felt great and performed as expected. Versatile pack, well worth the money. It handled everything from snow & light rain without a wetting through to sunny and 70 degrees without making my back too sweaty. Once again, nice pack!
Anonymous at Altrec on 10/01/2009

Another quality Deuter product.

Rating:*****
The bag has all of the features you would like from hydration compatibility to rain cover to all of the straps you would ever need to secure your extra gear. It is very comfortable and light...perfect overnight bag for a minimalist or daypack for a long hike. Backpacker magazine recently rated this its top performance daypack...buy it!
Anonymous at Altrec on 05/21/2009

Great pack!

Rating:*****
From the canyons of southern Utah to the back country of Colorado, this bag never failed to impress me. The best features I've ever seen in a pack make it incredibly functional for all occasions.
Anonymous at Altrec on 05/03/2009