The North Face Plasma 30 Backpack

admin November 16, 2007


The North Face Plasma 30 Backpack - 1830 cu in

Product Description

Price: $108.95
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Are you sick of sweating during summer hiking trips Cool off with The North Face Plasma 30 Backpack. Designed specifically for use in hot weather, the Plasma 30 Backpack uses E-VAP perforated foam technology throughout the shoulder straps, waist-belt, and back panel. This system allows your high-tech wicking layers to breathe without being inhibited by your pack. Drop your hydration system into the integrated compartment to keep the water flowing on scorching summer days. The Plasma 30 also uses a wing-style waist-belt to increase support, and The North Face gave it two zip pockets for easy access. A stow-away rain cover is at the ready for unexpected bad weather, and an internal organizer keeps everything in its place as you hike. *Not Available for Shipment to Canada.

Product Reviews

trekking in the rainy season
I have to say the bag I replaced with the Plasma 30 was my all time favorite bag, so it s hard to give it a 5, but we shall see how it goes. The raincover as what sold in me in what I felt was the only point lacking in my last pack (it was a Solomon that was stolen out of my friends car). The Plasma 30 looked similar and had similar specs. It’s a great on-the-move bag that you can cram with stuff. For some reason, when I read the description I thought there was another pocket or two which is where my apprehension lies, although I stand by my 4 rating. Having only the big compartment and a smaller mess on the outside gives you the space for things like sweaty gym clothes, quick access to a raincoat and things of that nature, but traveling through Asia as I am it doesn’t really leaves things out in the open. Other than that, it’s great durable and comfortable as hell when you’re wearing it for long periods of time.

Excellent pack but missing a couple of minor points
I bought my Plasma 30 as an "inbetween" pack for when I wanted to do day/extended day hikes where I needed to carry more than my 700cubic inch The North Face Hammerhead would take but didn’t need a full blown multi day pack. I stuck with The North Face Flight series pack because I love their Evap pads and back support. ( And of course, The North Face quality/support).The volume of the Plasma allows me to take my basic kit (emergency stuff, first aid, poncho, etc) and still leaves ample room for a change of clothes/jacket in it’s BIG, undevided interior ( which can take a bit to get used to packing). The pack is loaded with nice features. I love the hip belt pockets for my camera, compass, maps, gorp etc. They are always in reach. The top /hood pocket keeps my lunch from getting smashed and provides the only outer segregated, covered pocket on the pack. The Event panel and fabric are excellent ( as I found out on the Hammerhead). The back is firm enough that it feels almost like a framed pack. What I would like to see added: 1) An outlet slot for a hydration bladder hose. As designed, it has to hang out the zipper on one side only. 2) Extra compression straps for when I don’t need to fill it completely. 3) Maybe an access zipper to the bottom of the pack as things tend to get lost in the main cavity.

Great product!
I used this backpack on my last hiking trip in Yosemite and Mt. Whitney and it was worth every cent. It is very light and breathable, so despite having 8 lb in it, I almost did not feel it on my back. It made a huge difference on my Mt. Whitney hike (22 miles in a day), so I recommend this product without any hesitation. I agree that a hydration pocket inside the main compartment would be an improvement, but for such a comfortable feel I am more than happy to work around that inconvenience.

The North Face Plasma 30 Backpack - 1830 cu in
Price: $108.95
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