Elemental Horizons
Women's Kalais Pack
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Packs are built in one solid color, either Navy Blue or Purple.
The ultralight Women's Kalais backpack is built tough and will easily handle heavy loads without weighing you down. The contoured Aluminum suspension system will comfortably handle loads up to 45# and the well padded harness, made just for women, is made with wicking spacer mesh fabric to keep you cool and comfortable all day long. Ideal for anything from thru hikes to weekend trips, the 60 L volume and 5 external pockets are great for keeping things organized and close at hand. Bear can compatible. Available in Purple/Gray or Navy Blue/Gray color options. Made in the USA.
Looking for an even more rugged option? Check out the Kalais XT and Aquilo XT packs. They come in women's specific versions too!
Choosing the right size pack
Step 1: Torso size
Choosing the right torso size can be easily done with a flexible tape measure and the help of a friend. Here's what to do:
- Bend your neck forward and locate the prominent vertebrae on the back of your neck. This is the C7 vertebrae.
- Locate the large bony protrusions on the side of your body formed by the sides of your pelvis. These are your Iliac crests. Adjust the waist band of your pants so the top of the waist band is level with the tops of your Iliac crests.
- With your head in its natural upright position, have a friend measure from the top of your waist band to the C7 vertebrae.
This measurement is your torso length. Simply compare this measurement with the sizing charts below to choose the correct frame size for your new pack.
* Note: If you're between sizes it is best to choose the smaller frame size. Have questions? Contact us. We'll be happy to help.
Step 2: Hip belt size
The easiest way to choose the right hip belt size is to compare the waist size of your favorite blue jeans to the waist size in the fit chart below. For the ideal hip belt fit your waist size should be within the range for the belt size you are choosing (ex: I have a 33" waist, so I wear the medium hip belt.) For those who have waist sizes that do not fall neatly within the fit range of a particular size, you should have at least 2" of foam beyond the front edges of your pelvis. To check if you have chosen the right size hip belt, measure from the front edge of your pelvis on one side of your body, around your back to the front edge of your pelvis on the other side of your body. Add 4" to this measurement, then compare this measurement with the padding length in the charts below. The padding length should be at least your total measurement.
Kalais Features
| 1/2" thick dual density hip belt w/ ripstop nylon and spacer mesh casing | Contoured Aluminum "V" stay connects directly to hip belt and shoulder straps for superior load transfer & support |
| 3/8" thick "S" shaped shoulder straps, back pad and lumbar pad | Adjustable torso length to fine tune the fit of each torso size |
| 5 external pockets: 3 on the pack bag + 2 hip belt pockets w/ #5 YKK zip closure | Fabric skid plate on front pocket center for better durability + mesh side panels for drainage and drying gear |
| Roll top closure main compartment | Bear can compatible: all current bear cans fit vertically, BV 450 fits horizontally |
| Numerous compression straps for excellent load stability | Tool loop on front pocket + large grab loop for easy lifting and hanging |
| Ultralight sternum strap | Modular accessory system compatible with Shoulder strap bottle holder, shoulder strap pocket, accessory pockets, pack lid, trail wallets, trekking pole holder system, hydration bladder suspension system, pack covers |
Women's Kalais specs
| Small | Medium | |||
| Weight: | 37.8 oz./1072 g | 39.8 oz./1128 g | ||
| Max comfortable load (lbs.): | 45 lbs. | |||
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| Volume: | Small | Medium | ||
| Main compartment: | 2816 in³/46.1 L | 2816 in³/46.1 L | ||
| Front Pocket: | 331 in³/5.4 L | 331 in³/5.4 L | ||
| Bottle Pockets (pair): | 442 in³/7.2 L | 442 in³/7.2 L | ||
| Hip Belt Pockets (pair): | 96 in³/1.6 L | 96 in³/1.6 L | ||
| Total Volume: | 3685 in³/60.4 L |
3685 in³/60.4 L
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Women's Kalais specs
| Small | Medium | |||
| Weight: | 37.8 oz./1072 g | 39.8 oz./1128 g | ||
| Max comfortable load (lbs.): | 45 lbs. | |||
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| Volume: | Small | Medium | ||
| Main compartment: | 2816 in³/46.1 L | 2816 in³/46.1 L | ||
| Front Pocket: | 331 in³/5.4 L | 331 in³/5.4 L | ||
| Bottle Pockets (pair): | 442 in³/7.2 L | 442 in³/7.2 L | ||
| Hip Belt Pockets (pair): | 96 in³/1.6 L | 96 in³/1.6 L | ||
| Total Volume: | 3685 in³/60.4 L |
3685 in³/60.4 L
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Kalais Features
| 1/2" thick dual density hip belt w/ ripstop nylon and spacer mesh casing | Contoured Aluminum "V" stay connects directly to hip belt and shoulder straps for superior load transfer & support |
| 3/8" thick "S" shaped shoulder straps, back pad and lumbar pad | Adjustable torso length to fine tune the fit of each torso size |
| 5 external pockets: 3 on the pack bag + 2 hip belt pockets w/ #5 YKK zip closure | Fabric skid plate on front pocket center for better durability + mesh side panels for drainage and drying gear |
| Roll top closure main compartment | Bear can compatible: all current bear cans fit vertically, BV 450 fits horizontally |
| Numerous compression straps for excellent load stability | Tool loop on front pocket + large grab loop for easy lifting and hanging |
| Ultralight sternum strap | Modular accessory system compatible with Shoulder strap bottle holder, shoulder strap pocket, accessory pockets, pack lid, trail wallets, trekking pole holder system, hydration bladder suspension system, pack covers |