Want to conquer peaks or discover hidden trails with ease? The Distance 8 from Black Diamond is your ideal companion for a day-long mountain getaway. With its ergonomic carrying system, this trail running backpack for men fits like a glove thanks to its stretch mesh side panels that extend to the back. This pack knows how to be forgotten, while still being there when you need it, offering impeccable support without chafing.
This isn't just a backpack; it's a loyal ally for your adventures. With its reinforced edges and stretch grid mesh, it ensures softness and breathability, even during the toughest climbs. Store your Z-Poles without missing a beat and adjust the volume with the dual side compression. It’s as if your pack is saying, "No worries, I adapt to your pace and needs!"
Water bottles won't bounce around like kangaroos on the move; they are securely held in their dedicated bottle holders. Need to store your smartphone or energy bars? The front and side stretch pockets are there for that, with an interior zippered pocket to keep your essentials safe. So, ready to embark on an adventure with the Distance 8L? It's just waiting for you to team up on the trails!
Innovative harness design with seamless Edge Taping technology for more comfortable straps, greater freedom of movement, and reduced weight
Integrated Z-pole sleeves
Dual side compression
Main fabric made of BD-developed UHMWPE ripstop
Two soft flask pockets (soft flasks not included), one zippered pocket, and two stretch pockets on the straps
Two side pockets and one interior zippered pocket with key clip
Ice axe/pole attachment
Weight: 314 g (M)

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