Get deeper into the backcountry with the BackLight® Elite 45L backpack.

45 liters of available space provides ample room for both camera gear and adventure equipment, such as a length of rope, ice axe, snowboard/skis, laptop, tablet, and of course, a tripod.

Weather-resistant zippers and materials protect your gear when trekking in the elements. And like the other BackLight backpacks, rear-panel access adds security when traveling since your camera gear is protected behind your back.

KEY FEATURES:

• Storm proof construction with YKK® AquaGuard® zippers and waterproof/tearproof Sailcloth
• Superior Fit: Robust lumbar padding, hip-hugging waist belt, quick-dry back panel, and foam ridges for increased ventilation
• Back and top panel access to all of your camera gear, allowing you to work out of your bag without getting your harness dirty or wet

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Aluminum internal frame supports the load and keeps it in place
• Torso Length: Medium/Large (17.5 – 20.5 inches)
• Dedicated compartments fit up to a 17” laptop and a 10” tablet
• Meets most international and U.S. carry-on requirements*
• Advanced Airflow: Dual-density, honeycomb mesh shoulder straps
• Includes tripod/monopod mounting system on front or side
• Trekking capacity! Front pockets totaling 17L carry personal gear for a day’s outing: extra layers, a jacket, food, etc.
• Hydration reservoir ready (reservoir not included)
• 2 large water bottle pockets with cinch cord fit 32 oz. water bottles
• Snowboard or ski carry with tuck-away, protected edge lash straps
• Top-lid converts into a belt pack with the removable waist belt
• Waterproof, heavy-duty Tarpaulin base
• Seam-sealed, brown colored rain cover blends in with the environment
• Removable camera compartment with emergency shoulder straps
• Removable waist belt for ease when traveling
• Expandable capacity on all five sides with daisy chain, ice axe loops and additional lash points
• Compatible with the MindShift Tripod Suspension Kit, Filter Nest/Hive and Switch Case

*Check with your airline for current carry-on requirements. Remove top pocket and waist belt to reduce exterior dimensions

MATERIALS

Exterior:

• Durable water-repellant (DWR) coating
• Polyurethane coating
• Weather-resistant YKK® AquaGuard® zippers
• High-performance X-Pac® waterproof 4-layer laminate fabric with the iconic X-Ply tear-proof fiber reinforcement
• 420D rip-stop nylon
• 320G UltraStretch mesh
• Ribbed and perforated dual-density foam
• 350G airmesh
• Honeycomb airmesh
• Perforated closed-cell foam
• Heavy-duty nylon tarpaulin
• Nylon webbing
• 3-ply bonded nylon thread

Interior:

• 200D polyester
• Hexa-mesh pockets
• PE board reinforcement
• High-density closed cell foam
• 3-ply bonded nylon thread