{"title":"Pa'lante","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"palante-nylon-gridstop-desert-backpack-unisex","title":"Pa'lante Desert Backpack","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePa'lante is a small Salt Lake City outfit running limited production runs out of what is essentially a cottage operation. The Desert is their biggest pack, built for longer trips with heavier loads where their smaller V2 starts to show its limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFrameless construction in either 210D UHMWPE Gridstop or 400D Ultraweave, both reinforced with UHMWPE (Dyneema) fibers for durability well above what the pack weight suggests. In independent field testing, the Desert held up to dirt, wind, sand, and water while carrying loads that mixed ultralight and standard gear, and UHMWPE-reinforced mesh like Pa'lante uses outlasts standard stretch mesh by a considerable margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe pocket layout is where the pack earns its reputation. Large adjustable side pockets fit 1.5L bottles, the UHMWPE grid mesh bottom pocket gives easy snack access on the move, shock cord tensioners can secure taller gear or double as a drying line, and the sternum strap adjusts vertically via a concealed daisy chain. There's also a designated tent stake pocket, a stashable hip belt, shoulder strap pockets, a low-profile hydration port, and an ice axe carry loop that stashes away when not needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWorth noting: the pack is frameless, so loads above roughly 20lbs will start to feel it on the shoulders. A sleeping pad laid against the back panel helps considerably with structure. The cinch bands are fully elastic and can feel underpowered on a full load, and the Ultraweave version of the front pockets can show cosmetic wear faster than the body fabric. Neither is a deal-breaker, but they're worth knowing going in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt 530g (Gridstop) or 610g (Ultraweave), it sits near the top of the ultralight frameless category in terms of volume and organization, at a price point that doesn't require a big financial commitment alongside the gear diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1177\" data-start=\"1161\" data-section-id=\"1iz91iu\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabrics: 210d uhmwpe gridstop or ultraweave 400x, 210d 2x2 uhmwpe grid mesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003egridstop - 18.8\/19.2 oz; ultraweave - 20.9\/21.6 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: 37l; 43l (internal capacity)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: 17”; 19”\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003emanufactured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003evietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003esizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: please see Pa'lante's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/palantepacks.com\/pages\/sizing\" title=\"sizing page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003esizing page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for more info\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pa'lante","offers":[{"title":"17\" \/ pine gridstop \/ lichen uhmwpe grid mesh","offer_id":43168578437225,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"19\" \/ pine gridstop \/ lichen uhmwpe grid mesh","offer_id":43168867909737,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2091\/3261\/files\/861253930_OS.jpg?v=1785539015"},{"product_id":"palante-nylon-gridstop-v2-w-joey-straps-unisex","title":"Pa'lante V2 w\/ Joey Straps Backpack","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe V2 is Pa'lante's core thru-hiking pack. This version swaps the standard shoulder straps for the vest-style harness from their Joey fastpack, a two-layer 3D mesh construction that wraps around the upper torso rather than sitting on individual points. The result is a pack that moves with you rather than on you, which matters a lot over big days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe body is 210D UHMWPE Gridstop throughout, the same material as the Desert. Field testing on the Arizona Trail put over 2,000 miles on the standard V2 body without durability issues, and the Joey straps hold up well to abrasion. The new 70D 3x3 UHMWPE grid mesh used on the pockets is an upgrade from previous versions, hitting a better balance of stretch, weight, and longevity than standard mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePocket access is the V2's calling card. The bottom stash pocket (with a separate trash portal on the opposite side) can be reached while moving, the side pockets fit two 1L bottles each and are reachable on the go, and the shoulder strap pockets handle a phone or snacks without stopping. There's a designated tent stake pocket in the front mesh, a stashable hip belt that garages inside the side pocket so it doesn't interfere with bottle access, a G-hook top closure, and a hydration port. A sleeping pad folded against the back panel is the recommended approach to structure and carry comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWorth flagging: frameless means load limit matters. Comfort starts to drop noticeably above 20lbs, so this pack is best matched with a dialed base weight. The Joey straps distribute load across a wider area than traditional padded straps, but they don't fully replace the support of a framed pack on heavy carries. Sizing runs 16\" (small) and 19\" (medium\/large), with a long strap option for taller frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1177\" data-start=\"1161\" data-section-id=\"1iz91iu\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003efabrics: 210d uhmwpe gridstop, 70d 3x3 uhmwpe grid mesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eweight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: 19\/21\/21.7 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003evolume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: 31l; 37l (internal capacity)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003esizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: 16”; 19”; 19\" w\/ long straps\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003esizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: please see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/palantepacks.com\/pages\/sizing\" title=\"sizing page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esizing page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/palantepacks.com\/pages\/sizing\" title=\"sizing page\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e for more info. roughly, 16\" = small, 19\" = medium\/large, 19\" w\/ long straps = extra large. long straps are ~2\" longer to fit taller\/bigger hikers more comfortably.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003emanufactured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003evietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pa'lante","offers":[{"title":"16\" \/ black gridstop \/ black uhmwpe grid mesh","offer_id":43168877281385,"sku":null,"price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"19\" \/ black gridstop \/ black uhmwpe grid mesh","offer_id":43168877314153,"sku":null,"price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"19\" with Long Straps \/ black gridstop \/ black uhmwpe grid mesh","offer_id":43168900743273,"sku":null,"price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2091\/3261\/files\/20251018_Palante_001_750px_png.webp?v=1781137484"},{"product_id":"palante-nylon-mini-joey-unisex","title":"Pa'lante Mini Joey Backpack","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Mini Joey is Pa'lante's smallest pack, sitting well below the Joey in volume and squarely in day-out territory. Trail running, summit days, fishing, ridge traverses, bike commutes. It's not an overnight pack in any realistic sense, though Pa'lante notes it can handle a super ultralight one-nighter if your kit is properly dialed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe vest-style harness is the same two-layer 3D mesh construction as the Joey, with a softer inner layer against the skin. Sternum straps adjust up and down a daisy chain and are girth-hitched webbing with buckle closures, an improvement over the shock cord system on earlier versions that gives a more stable ride. Body fabric is 100D Robic nylon or Ultraweave 100X, with 210D UHMWPE Gridstop reinforcement and 70D 3x3 UHMWPE grid mesh on the pockets. One size fits a 15\" torso. No hip belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePockets are well thought out for something this small. The shoulder strap pockets fit 500ml soft flasks and double as food storage with room left over, and a phone fits fully inside without poking out. The bottom stash pocket handles a shell, headlamp, or snacks without stopping. The front mesh has a hidden interior pocket with a cord loop for keys. There's also a zippered internal sleeve that fits up to a 2L hydration bladder, with a dedicated port, and a removable foam back panel for those who want a bit of structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWorth knowing: the back panel doesn't breathe particularly well under hard effort on warm days, and the pack is weather resistant but not waterproof. A pack liner is worth throwing in for anything wet. The Mini Joey also comes in only one size, so very tall or very small frames may find the fit less dialed than the V2 Joey or Desert options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt 363g (Robic) or 377g (Ultraweave), it's light enough that the pack itself stops being a factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003efabrics: 100d robic nylon or ultraweave 100x, 210d uhmwpe gridstop, 70d nylon ripstop, 70d 3x3 uhmwpe grid mesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eweight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003erobic - 12.8 oz; ultraweave - 13.3 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003evolume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: 12l (internal capacity)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003esize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: 15\" (one size)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003emanufactured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e:  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003evietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pa'lante","offers":[{"title":"copper robic \/ black uhmwpe grid mesh","offer_id":43168947339369,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"black robic \/ black uhmwpe grid mesh","offer_id":43168947929193,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"gray ultraweave \/ black uhmwpe grid mesh","offer_id":47824570482793,"sku":null,"price":330.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2091\/3261\/files\/20260309_Palante_005_1400px_jpg.webp?v=1781137565"},{"product_id":"palante-nylon-joey-unisex","title":"Pa'lante Joey Backpack","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Joey is Pa'lante's dedicated fastpack. Where the V2 w\/ Joey Straps is a thru-hiking pack that borrows the vest harness, the Joey was designed from the start around moving fast with a multi-day kit. The volume is intentionally constrained: 24L is enough for a full three-season overnight setup with up to four days of food, but not much more. That ceiling is a feature, not a flaw. It forces a realistic look at what you're actually carrying and keeps the load in a range where running is still comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe vest harness is two layers of 3D mesh that wraps and molds to the upper torso rather than sitting on traditional shoulder points. There's no hip belt and no frame. The pack relies on its geometry and a close body fit to stay in place. In extended field testing across multiple overnighters and longer fastpacking trips, reviewers consistently found minimal bounce even at capacity, which is the single thing that separates a usable fastpack from one that just looks the part. Available in 210D UHMWPE Gridstop or Ultraweave 200X, both reinforced with Dyneema fibers throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePocket layout follows the same Pa'lante logic as the rest of the lineup. The bottom stash pocket (trash portal on the opposite side) is accessible while moving. Side pockets fit one 1L bottle each and work with shock cord tensioners to secure trekking poles or taller gear. Shoulder strap pockets handle 500ml soft flasks on the upper section and snacks or a phone below. One size at 18\" torso. No hip belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA few things worth knowing going in: the shoulder strap flask pockets are sized for shorter, wider 500ml flasks. Taller, narrower bottles will poke out until you've drunk some water down. The pack is weather resistant but not waterproof, particularly if the main compartment is packed out fully and can't roll shut all the way. A pack liner is a reliable fix. The lack of a waistbelt is fine up to about 15lbs; beyond that, longer carries start to feel it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eiRunFar named it the best overall fastpack in their roundup, a designation it has held across multiple annual updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003efabrics: 210d uhmwpe gridstop or ultraweave 200x, 70d nylon ripstop, 210d 2x2 uhmwpe grid mesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eweight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003egridstop - 14.3 oz; ultraweave - 14.4 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003evolume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: 24l (internal capacity)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003esizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: 18\" (one size)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003emanufactured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003evietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pa'lante","offers":[{"title":"pine gridstop \/ lichen uhmwpe grid mesh","offer_id":43168953630825,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2091\/3261\/files\/20230621_Palante_043_750px_png.webp?v=1781137526"}],"url":"https:\/\/skeuphill.com\/collections\/palante.oembed","provider":"SkiUphill | RunUphill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}