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News 2/23/2009 - The Blast backpacks are currently on Backorder. Any orders should ship the THIRD week of March, and the new packs will be Blue!

There is no delay on  Z1 and Zilch packs, or accessory items.

Blast 26 Cuben Fiber Backpack

ZPacks™ "Blast" Backpacks

The "Blast" series of packs are made from a heavy duty variety Cuben Fiber fabric which makes them lighter and stronger than the sil-nylon versions. This is the pack that I carried from Mexico to Canada on my '07 Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike.

Available in three sizes:
Blast 18 - 1,800 cubic inches, 3.3 oz / 94 grams, $105
Blast 26 - 2,600 cubic inches, 4.0 oz / 113 grams, $115
Blast 32 - 3,200 cubic inches, 4.4 oz / 125 grams, $125

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*Weights and prices do not include a belt or other available Options.

Z1 Ultralight Silnylon Backpack

ZPacks™ "Z1" Ultralight Backpack

The original Z1 is a lightweight frameless backpack sized for multi-day trips with loads up to 20 lbs. It is a good all around pack with a blend of low weight, durability, and basic features. It has the same design as the Blast 26.

Base weight: 4.2 oz / 119 grams*
Volume: 2,600 cubic inches
Price: $80*

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*Weight and price do not include a belt or other available Options.
Zilch ultralight day pack

ZPacks™ "Zilch" Ultralight Backpack

The Zilch is a no-frills micro backpack designed for hikers who have stripped their gear weight and bulk down to a minimum. At 1,800 cubic inches, and weighing in at a mere 3 ounces, it is just the right size (for me) to do a 2 to 3 day overnight hike. It also makes a nice day pack that you can keep in your pocket until you need it! It has the same design as the Blast 18.

Base weight: 3.2 oz / 91 grams*
Volume: 1,800 cubic inches
Price: $70*

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*Weight and price do not include a belt or other available Options.

ZPacks™ "Zero" Stuff-Sack-Pack

The Zero is essentially just a stuff sack with straps. It has a loop to secure the draw cord and compress the pack, just like our other backpacks. Zero pockets. Zero features. About as close to Zero weight as you are going to get. 1,400 cubic inches filled to the brim.

Use it as a stuff sack / daypack inside a traditional backpack, or it could be the only pack you need for the lightest of the sub-ultra light hikers.

Sil-Nylon: 1,400 cubic inches / 2.3 oz  / 65.2 grams / $40
Cuben Fiber: 1,400 cubic inches / 2.3 oz / 65.2 grams / $60

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Accessories
Cuben Pack Covers

.8 oz $32
Shoulder Pouches

.28 oz each / $16
Cuben Stuff Sacks

.1 to .4 oz / $3.95 - $16.95
Z-Line Cord + Cord Locks

.35 oz / $8.45 per 50 ft.
Mini-D Carabiners

.1 oz / $1.95
Lightload Towels

.5 oz / $1.95
Tyvek Ground Sheet

 1.85 oz / $2.50 sqyd
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Shipping is always just $3.45 in the U.S. and $12.95 for Global Orders!