Versatile 70L pack

These packs are based on my LandSAR design, built to be as versatile and practical as possible. They offer a maximum volume of around 70L (with a few rolls at the top), giving you plenty of space for multi-day trips. Rolled down to the load lifters (as pictured), they compress to about 54L — and cinch down even further for lighter day missions.
Feature-wise, they’re designed to adapt:
• Large side pockets for bottles or tent storage
• Three side compression straps to really dial in the load
• Front daisy chains for attaching extras (like the pocket on the red pack)
• Ice axe loops and a front bungee system for drying wet gear on the go
• A top lid that's fully removable for when you want to go minimalist
All packs share the same core build where it matters most:
• Side pockets + back panel in durable 420D Robic nylon
• Base reinforced with EPLX 400D for extra toughness and longevity
From there, fabric choices change the feel — but interestingly, not the weight all that much:
• Red, purple, and pink — EPX 200
→ Lightest in the batch at 1,450g
• Green — EPLX 400
→ Slightly tougher, minimal weigh increase 1,500g
• Black (both) — EPX 400
→ Toughest but adds 105g over the 200 version 1,545g
 
What’s really interesting is how minimal the weight difference is between EPLX 200 and 400, despite the bump in durability.
No matter the option, these are all built with seriously hard-wearing materials — designed to handle plenty of abuse out in the wild.
 
They are mostly Medium back lengths with just the purple in Small and the black with teal shock cord in Large.
 
Info on how to measure you back HERE
 
Small 390-440mm
 
Medium 440-490mm
 
Large 490-540mm
 
$825 Each.
 
🚀 ORDER FORM
 
Copy, paste, and fill this out when you reply: email me at info@southernlitepacks.co.nz
 
 
Name:
Address:
 
Pack Model:
 
Back Length (choose one):
Info on how to measure you back length here
 
Small 390-440mm
 
Medium 440-490mm
 
Large 490-540mm
 
 
Add-Ons:
Hip Belt Pockets: Left / Right / Both $40 each
 
Shoulder Pocket: Left / Right / Both $35 each
 
Water Bottle Pocket: Left / Right / Both $45 each
 
Southern Island postage $15 North Island $25.
 
If you have any questions about these packs or keen on getting on let me know or get Intouch.​​