What is the Protium 20?
It's a versatile backpack that provides 20 litres of storage for day hikes, travelling or generally exploring the outdoors. With a comfortable carry system and plenty of pockets, it'll keep you well-organised while out on the hill.
What is it made from?
The pack is built using a combination of robust nylon materials each with excellent wear resistance, strength and hardiness to tackle tough days in rough terrain. The main body of the pack is constructed from a 100D Robic Nylon Ripstop material with a Hydrosheild coating, whilst a highly durable nylon fabric with TriShield coating is used in varying thicknesses across the pack to balance protection and weight. Panels of 140D nylon are placed on the base of the pack for added reinforcement where it's needed most. The Hydrosheild and TriShield coating both provide light water resistance to help your kit stay dry in damp conditions. However please note, this doesn't make the backpack waterproof.
What backsystem does it use?
The Protium 20 features Rab’s specialised AirContour™ backsystem, which offers a supportive, breathable back for multi-activity adventures. The vacuum-formed, moulded ABS back panel is precurved to optimally fit the contours of your back. The backsystem has a semi-rigid structure to allow the pack to flex with the body as you move, whilst still providing essential support. The hip belt sits comfortably across your hips to transfer and distribute weight to your lower body. The hip belt can be easily tightened using the forward pull straps to suit varying girths and ensure a perfect fit. The back length can be adjusted between 19-21 inches to further personalise the fit for maximum carrying comfort.
What are its features?
For storage, there's a large main zip compartment which has plenty of room for lunch, extra layers and other essentials you need for a day out on the hill. A smaller zipped pouch with a built-in key pocket keeps your valuables safe when out in the hills.
A large front stretch pocket provides additional space for carrying bulky items like a map or extra layers and is also ideal for airing out damp kit on the go. Two mesh side pockets are ideal for holding water bottles instead of having them take up all the space inside the pack. There are also zipped hipbelt pockets for storing trail snacks, energy gels or a mobile phone.
If you're a fan of trekking poles, you're in luck! The Protium has walking pole attachment loops with a bungee retention system to keep them securely in place when not in use.
Last but not least, this backpack includes a rain cover to protect the pack's contents when the heavens open.
Features
- Vacuum formed, precurved and moulded ABS back panel with semi rigid structure, maintains shape of pack whilst flexing with the body
- Adjustable back length for personalised fit
- Forward pull hipbelt for easy adjustment
- Panel loader with zipped entry
- Secure internal zipped pocket perfect for valuables
- Large stretch mesh front and side pockets, great for easy gear stash
- Zipped hipbelt pockets perfect for snacks, gels or compass
- Rain cover for complete weather protection
- Walking pole attachment loops with bungee retention system