Deuter Zero 50+15 Backpack
Priced: $147.99 - $185.00
Deuter Zero 50+15 Backpack -
The Deuter ACT Zero 50+15 Backpack is an award-winning Deuter backpack that boasts a new, ultralight design for 2011.
Great for the experienced backpacker/mountaineer who needs to carry it all, without the added pack weight.
This 3950-cubic-inch, 65-liter pack can carry up to 45 pounds, yet weighs only 3 pounds 5 ounces.
Hollow-core aluminum stays keep this pack's frame strong and light.
Pivoting VariFlex hip belt follows exaggerated movements so you stay in balance.
Adjustable VariQuick shoulder harness easily adjusts to any back length and frame size.
Deuter Aircontact back system conforms to your back with breathable hollow-chamber foam padding.
With your every movement, a pump effect circulates air through the cushions and central air chamber, resulting in 15 percent less sweating than with a standard trekking backpack and a 5 degree Celsius reduction in heat between you and the pack.
Contoured shoulder straps and hip fins have 3D-AirMesh lining for added ventilation.
Hip belt stabilizer straps increase load control, and pull-forward buckle is easy to fasten even with a full pack.
Height-adjustable lid is removable, with a 15-liter resupply extension collar.
Side compression and shoulder stabilizer straps.
Storage includes a large, compressing front stuff-it pocket, top and bottom lid pockets, interior valuables pocket, mesh side pockets and hip belt pocket.
Ice axe and trekking pole loops.
Hydration compatible (reservoir not included)
Durable, double-layered base panel.
Alpine Emergency SOS guide printed on interior to refresh your memory on aircraft signals and emergency contacts if you're in a bind.
"It's the best kind of mutant. Part minimalist fast-packer, part monster hauler, the ACT Zero seemed like the perfect tool no matter what the mission," Outside Magazine Deuter Backpack Review, 2011 Gear of the Year.
This Deuter 65 Liter pack keeps you going faster, lighter and longer.
Collar:
- Removable lid with +15 L resupply extension collar
- Main compartment features a removable lid closure and an extension collar that adds 15 liters of space and a hydration sleeve that accommodates a reservoir (sold separately)
Hipbelt:
- Top lid features inside and outside pockets; mesh side pockets and hipbelt pocket hold water bottles, snacks and other small items
- Large front stretch stuff-it, two mesh side, one hipbelt, and two top-lid pockets conveniently store your essentials
Insulation:
- Light weight of 3lb 7oz won't slow you down on-trail
- Large stuff-it pocket on the front compresses down—a perfect spot to stash an insulating layer or rainwear
Frame:
- Hollow-core aluminum X-shaped frame with 0.5-inch stays balances medium to large loads comfortably with flexibility
- X-frame with hollow-core aluminum stays transfers load weight to your hips and offers both torsional rigidity and flexibility to follow your body movements
Sizing:
- Adjustable torso length, from 15-21 inches, fits a wide range of sizes
- Vari Quick system allows for quick, easy adjustment to any back length so kids won’t outgrow it too fast
Comfort:
- Anatomically cut hip belt and VariQuick height-adjustable shoulder harness with 3D-AirMesh cover ensure properly position and comfort
- ~ Shoulder straps are anatomically shaped and covered with 3D AirMesh for complete comfort
Pockets:
- Lid pocket stores small gear (map, first aid kit, snacks) and keeps it easily accessible; valuables pocket on the lid’s interior safely stores all of the essentials
Lining and Layers:
- Large front stretch Stuff-It pocket allows for quick stashing of an extra layer or jacket
- Aircontact Lite system features padded, contoured shoulder straps and hipbelt with 3D air-mesh lining and a cushioned, breathable back panel with hollow-chamber foam
Fit:
- Alternative VariQuick Shoulder Harnesses Deuter packs with the VariQuick adjustment system can be customized to even more fits with accessory VQ Shoulder Harnesses
- VariQuick customize your fit by making your individual height adjustment
- Forward-pull hipbelt adjustment makes it easy to achieve a snug fit
Fabric:
- Anatomically Shaped X-Frame creates a comfortable, flexible construction for heavy loads with 1/2" stays
- The Deuter ACT Zero 50 + 15 pack is made of tough, 500-denier Duratex and light, 210-denier ripstop nylon fabric that is polyurethane-coated for weather resistance
Ventilation:
- ~ Breathable hollow chamber foam circulates air for superior ventilation; reduces perspiration by 15%
- Breathable Hollow Chamber foam blends superior ventilation via a pump effect that circulates air through the cushions
- AirContact back system combines flexible frame, ventilating foam back, mesh-covered shoulder straps, and more for optimal long-haul comfort
Hydration:
- Compatible with your hydration system so you stay quenched
- Hydration compatible—holds up to a 3 L reservoir; stretch mesh side pockets provide a place for extra water bottles
Straps:
- Side compression straps help reduce pack volume, improve load stability, and can be used to attach extra gear
- Pull forward waist belt straps
Features:
- Trekking pole and ice axe loops with bungee tie-offs to keep your tools safe and secure and your hands free when you need them
- Tough, light, and durable Duratex-Lite and Ripstop 210 will last through your summit list
- Removable Lid / Converts To Summit Pack allows you to cut weight, or keep valuables and toiletries handy when thru-hiking
- SOS label inside the lid includes information to help if you're lost or need assistance
- Top-flap access lets you get in and grab easily; optional roll-top closure when top flap is removed
- Optional roll-top closure still keeps your gear protected if you decide to remove the lid
- SOS label on the inside of the lid has emergency numbers and international instructions for emergency cases
- Gear loops let you lash on trekking poles and an ice axe
- “It's the best kind of mutant. Part minimalist fast-packer, part monster hauler, the ACT Zero seemed like the perfect tool no matter what the mission.”
- Removable 15-liter lid keeps frequent-use essentials handy and converts to daypack for light, fast summits
- Carries an ample 45 pounds of your necessary gear and goodies
- ~ Anatomically cut hip belt with bilaminate foam provides excellent load transfer and doesn’t restrict your freedom of movement
USOutdoor.com
The Deuter Act Zero backpack is a lightweight pack designed for trekking. It is perfect for an experienced hiker who wants to travel quickly with minimal gear. This pack features the Deuter Aircontact Lite System, which includes breathable padding and mesh lining for ventilation. Stabilizer straps and anatomically designed hip fins distribute the pack's weight in a safe way. The Act Zero 50 + 15 also features a removable lid with a 15 liter extension collar. It is hydration compatible, has mesh side pockets and has hollow core aluminum x-stays.
Campmor
Deuter's ACT Zero 50 + 15 Internal Frame Pack is a high performance pack that allows the experienced backpacker or mountaineer to carry all in comfort without added pack weight. The AIRCONTACT system provides full load control and evenly spreads weight and the VariQuick system adjusts to any back length for a perfect fit. Breathable chamber foam results in a snug fitting, stable carry and a perspiration reduction of 15%. Removable top lid keeps essentials handy and multiple pockets and attachment options make your excursion the best.
Backcountry.com (Spring 2014)
Deuter designed the ACT Zero 50+15 Backpack to be as lightweight and comfortable as it is versatile. The AirContact back system supports your load with an anatomically cut harness with breathable hollow-chamber foam and mesh to allow airflow between your back and the pack, reducing perspiration by 15% for a cool, dry, comfortable you. Strong and lean Duratex-Lite, ripstop 210 and hollow-core aluminum keep you light on your feet, and an extendable collar, 15-liter convertible lid, and plenty of pockets give you plenty of carrying options for tons of treks.
Backcountry Edge
Designed for the experienced backpacker intent on hiking fast-and-light without sacrificing fit and comfort, the award-winning Deuter ACT Zero 50+15 pack boasts the same load-hauling suspension and adjustable harness system found on Deuter's popular Aircontact series while weighing a scant 3 pounds, 7 ounces.
Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
Designed with faster, lighter trips and thru-hikers in mind, the Deuter ACT Zero 50+15 SL pack allows experienced backpackers or mountaineers to comfortably carry all of the necessities without any unnecessary pack weight. 2011 Outside Gear of the Year winner.FontanaSports.com
The ACT Zero series was built for the thru hiker who travels light and fast. These packs will allow the experienced backpacker /mountaineer to carry all the necessities without the added pack weight.
Features:
• Ice Axe & Trekking Pole Loops.
• Weight: 3 lbs 4 oz / 1480 g.
• Volume: 3050 cubic inches / 50 litre.
- Height Adjustable Lid: volume of the backpack can be increased by approximately 10 litres.
• Size: 30 / 12 / 9.4 (H x W x D) Inch / 76 / 30 / 24 (H x W x D) cm.
• Material: Deuter-Duratex-Lite / Deuter-Ripstop 210
Moosejaw
FEATURES of the Deuter ACT Zero 50 + 15 Pack.
SPECIFICATIONS of the Deuter ACT Zero 50 + 15 Pack.
REI
The Deuter ACT Zero 50 + 15 pack is perfect for the thru-hiker who travels light and fast and carry all your necessities in comfort.
Imported.
Average Price History:
| Access: | Top Loading |
|---|---|
| Activity: | Backpacking |
| Adjustable Torso: | 15 - 21 in / 38 - 53 cm |
| Aluminium Stays: | 1/2" X-Frame |
| Awards: | 2011 Award Winners |
| Backpack Features: | Hydration Compatible, Sleeping Bag Compartment, Front Loader, Top Loader |
| Backpack style: | Lightweight backpack |
| Capacity: | 3050 cu in / 50 L (+15 L Extension Collar) |
| Carry Capacity: | 45 lbs / 20 kg |
| Carrying Capacity: | 45 lbs, or 20 kg |
| Color: | Storm/Midnight |
| Detachable Daypack: | Yes |
| Dimension: | (H x W x D) |
| Dimensions: | 30 / 12 / 9.4 Inch (76 / 30 / 24 cm) |
| Dimensions (cm): | 76 H x 30 W x 24 D |
| Dimensions (in): | 30 H x 12 W x 9.5 D |
| Fits Torso Length: | 15-21 in, or 38-53 cm |
| Fits torso: | 15 - 21 inches |
| Fits waist/hips: | 22 - 46 inches |
| Frame Material: | Hollow-Core Aluminum X-Stays |
| Frame type: | Internal |
| Gear capacity (L): | 50 + 15 liters |
| Gear capacity (cu. in.): | 3,050 + 915 cubic inches |
| Hydration Bladder Included: | Not Included |
| Hydration Compatible: | Yes |
| Item Weight: | 3 lb 7 oz |
| Laptop Sleeve: | None |
| Lid Weight: | 6 oz / 17 kg |
| Material: | Deuter-Duratex-Lite / Deuter-Ripstop 210 |
| Max Load Capacity: | 45 lb / 20 kg |
| Maximum Weight: | 45 lbs |
| Number of exterior pockets: | 5 + main compartment |
| Number of pockets: | 7 |
| Number of stays: | 3 |
| Pack Fabric (Primary): | Duratex-Lite |
| Pack Size: | 3000-3999 cu in |
| Pack access: | Top |
| Pack loading: | Top |
| Padded Laptop Compartment: | No |
| Raincover included: | No |
| Recommended Use: | Lightweight Backpacking and Day Hiking |
| Size: | 30" x 12" x 9.5" |
| Sleeping bag compartment: | No |
| Sternum Strap: | Yes |
| Suspended mesh back panel: | No |
| System: | Aircontact ACT Zero |
| Torso Adjustment: | Yes |
| Torso Length: | 15-21 in. (38-53 cm) |
| Trip Length: | Weekend (2-3 nights) |
| Type: | Internal Frame Backpack |
| Ultralight: | No |
| Volume: | 3050 cubic inches / 50 liter (+15 Liter Extension Collar) |
| Volume Range: | 46-59 liters |
| Warranty: | Lifetime |
| Weight: | 3 lbs 5 oz, or 1.48 kg |
| Weight - metric: | 1.56 kilograms |
| Weight Capacity: | 30-50 lb. |
| Weight No Lid: | 3 lb 1 oz / 1.39 kg |
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Deuter Zero 50+15 Backpack Reviews:
Positive Reviews:
Nice lightweight pack
This is a classic internal frame pack: clean, uncluttered design with minimal outside pockets, a floating/removable lid, and a traditional suspension. It isn't an ultralight pack, but it is light at just over 3 pounds. It's a single compartment top loading pack, with no other zippered access, so you need to use some thought when packing. However, lack of zippers helps save some weight. The pack is highly functional in use, with enough outside storage for the things you need during the day. The weight saved by eliminating gimmicky features (stow-on-the go trekking pole storage, unneccessary zippers and outside pockets, etc.) is used to beef up the suspension. The hipbelt is very well padded, and it stays put once you tighten it (no more hitching it back up as it slides down on your hips.) The weight is easily kept on the hips and off the shoulders (unless you want to take some weight on your shoulders), and it's easy to balance the load with the load stabilizer and load lifter straps. Torso length is very easy to adjust. One of the nicest features of the pack is that you can move the point where the load lifter attaches to the shoulder strap, to really fine tune the fit; most packs use a fixed connection point, with the result that the load lifter is too far forward or too far back to work effectively. All of this results in a very balanced, comfortable carry. I find that the 50 liter basic capacity is perfect for my summer load, and the 15 liter extension collar is near-perfect to hold the volume of the warmer sleeping bag and extra clothing I carry in the winter.
I wish it came in green or gray, but the blue isn't as bright as shown in the picture; it's more of a dusty blue, so it's not too off-putting.
All in all, there are no dazzling, glitzy features that make the pack "pop" (to borrow one of my wife's favorite HGTV words); it's just a well-designed pack that performs well day after day, and does all that is asked of it. I highly recommend it.
I wish it came in green or gray, but the blue isn't as bright as shown in the picture; it's more of a dusty blue, so it's not too off-putting.
All in all, there are no dazzling, glitzy features that make the pack "pop" (to borrow one of my wife's favorite HGTV words); it's just a well-designed pack that performs well day after day, and does all that is asked of it. I highly recommend it.
Comfortable and light
I have been very happy with this pack, it feels lighter than it's advertised weight of 3lb 6oz. Unlike the other reviewer, my pack (ACT Zero 50+15) is one large compartment and does not have a separate compartment for sleeping bag. I prefer the single large compartment, which I line with a compactor bag and it fits fine. There is quite a bit of space in the removable lid as well.
It is very comfortable and has good adjustability, although I am 6' and have set the adjustable length to the longest setting. This is less about height, however, and more about torso length.
My complaints about the pack are minor:
- the waist belt pocket is rather small-- too small to hold my Nikon Coolpix point and shoot camera without having to squeeze it in there with both hands.
- The side pockets are deep and not easily accessed when wearing the pack. Although the pack has a hydration holder and port, I prefer to drink from a bottle and it makes it hard to grab it without taking off the pack.
It is very comfortable and has good adjustability, although I am 6' and have set the adjustable length to the longest setting. This is less about height, however, and more about torso length.
My complaints about the pack are minor:
- the waist belt pocket is rather small-- too small to hold my Nikon Coolpix point and shoot camera without having to squeeze it in there with both hands.
- The side pockets are deep and not easily accessed when wearing the pack. Although the pack has a hydration holder and port, I prefer to drink from a bottle and it makes it hard to grab it without taking off the pack.
Great bag
I got this for backpacking trips, shorter ones. It is great. Super comfortable and durable so far. It adjusts easily for inclines and declines. I love the separate pouch in the bottom for my bag and pad. It also has a hole in the top to feed your bladder line through and a pouch to hold the bladder in the main pouch. The only thing I would make different is ways to attach stuff on to the front of the bag and the side pouches could be a bit better. Other than that I can't complain because this bag feels great mile after mile.
Neutral Reviews:
Wear issue
Ive had the pack out twice in a year for a total of 5 days, travelling high and light in the Sierra Nevada. Unpacking from the second trip I noticed two "wear-throughs" on the heaviest, durable fabric on the bottom of the bag. Im pretty careful with my stuff and don't drag it around, and I pack lighter softer things in the bottom of the bag. Also, each trip the pack was 35 lbs or less. I know there was some minor butt-scooting to get down granite ledges the last trip, but holes on the bottom of the bag after two short trips is very disappointing. Also, the pack could be just a little roomier to accept a bear can easier.
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