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8 May 2015

MindShift Gear has released its $259.99 new, higher volume rotation180° Horizon rotating backpack with rotating beltpack and extra space in the main pack for a 13-inch laptop. Daisy chains and ice ax loops provide additional lash points.

"Its 34 liters of capacity and its ability to hold a laptop, a 10" tablet and up to a three-liter hydration reservoir provide the dimensions and features for which outdoor adventurers have been clamoring," said MindShift Gear CEO and lead designer Doug Murdoch. "It employs the same patented technology that won two of Europe's top design awards, the Red Dot Award and the OutDoor Industry Award."

For more information see the news release below.

MindShift Gear Adds to Award-Winning Rotating Backpacks With the Higher Volume rotation180° Horizon

SANTA ROSA, Calif. -- For outdoor enthusiasts and photographers who tire of having to take off their backpacks to get at their essential gear, MindShift Gear has released the new, higher volume rotation180° Horizon rotating backpack. The rotation180° Horizon backpack with rotating beltpack allows for instant access to food, binoculars, cameras and lenses and other essential equipment. Plus, there is now added extra space in the main pack for larger gear, including clothing, climbing gear and up to a 13" laptop. Daisy chains and ice ax loops provide additional lash points.

"The rotation180° Horizon backpack is an essential addition to our award-winning rotation backpack series," said MindShift Gear's CEO and lead designer Doug Murdoch. "Its 34 liters of capacity and its ability to hold a laptop, a 10" tablet and up to a 3 liter hydration reservoir provide the dimensions and features for which outdoor adventurers have been clamoring. It employs the same patented technology that won two of Europe's top design awards, the Red Dot Award and the OutDoor Industry Award."

KEY FEATURES

  • Integrated rotating beltpack for accessing trail essentials: camera, 10" tablet, binoculars, maps, guidebook and snacks.
  • Dedicated zippered hydration compartment on side fits most 3L reservoirs
  • Two bags in one: removable beltpack can be worn separately for shorter outings
  • 13" laptop fits in main compartment
  • Backpack holds jacket, layers, hat, gloves, lunch, etc.
  • Front zippered pocket provides quicker access to smaller items, such as climbing gear, field instruments, first aid kit and climbing shoes
  • Small trekking tripod or fly rod/reel carry easily on the front or side panels
  • Load-lifter straps adjust the weight distribution for comfortable fit
  • Side water bottle pocket fits most 32 oz. water bottles
  • Two rows of daisy chains for additional attachment points
  • Beltpack compression straps adjust for custom fit
  • Integrates with MindShift's Tripod Suspension Kit
  • Webbing rail for attaching additional components to waist belt
  • Breathable padded airmesh shoulder harness with adjustable sternum strap
  • Aluminum stay in frame sheet, provides for custom fit
  • Optional seam-sealed rain cover

OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY PROFILES FOR BELTPACK

  • Sony a7 with 24-70mm f4 attached + 70-200mm f4 +16-35 f4 + tablet
  • Canon 5DMIII with 24-70mm f2.8 attached + 16-35mm f2.8 + tablet
  • Nikon D810 with 70-300 f4.5-5.6 attached + 18-35mm f3.5-4.5 + Flash + tablet
  • Up to three GoPro bodies, LCD BacPac, remote, batteries, SD cards, various mounts and adaptors + tablet

MATERIALS

  • Exterior: For superior water resistance, all exterior fabric has durable water-repellant coating, plus the underside of the fabric has a polyurethane coating. It also has high quality YKK zippers, 420D velocity nylon, 420D high-density nylon, 100D shadow Ripstop nylon, 210D velocity nylon, Ultra-Stretch fabric, nylon webbing, 350-GB airmesh and 3-ply bonded nylon thread.
  • Interior: 200D polyester lining, belly-o mesh pockets, closed-cell antilon foam, 3-ply bonded nylon thread

SPECIFICATIONS

Backpack:

  • Exterior Dimensions: 11" W x 24.4" H x 9.1" D (28x62x23 cm)
  • Interior Dimensions: 8.5" W x 11" H x 4" D (22x28x10 cm)
  • Volume: 27 liters
  • Weight: 2.7 lbs.

Beltpack:

  • Exterior Dimensions: 11" W x 8.7" H x 6.7" D (28x22x17 cm)
  • Interior Dimensions: 10.4" W x 7.9" H x 5.5" D (25.5x20x14 cm)
  • Volume: 7 liters
  • Weight: 1.2 lbs.


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