Liteway Gramless Pack Ultra 35 L

Grainless Pack

One of the first backpacks made from the revolutionary Ecopak™ EPL Ultra 200 material. The Gramless Pack is a smaller version of the Elementum backpack from the small Ukrainian brand Liteway. The volume of the backpack is 35 liters, so it will be more suitable for shorter trips and hikes.

Simple proven design, 5 external spacious pockets, waterproof material, loops for attaching cords… This and much more is what the Liteway Gramless Pack Ultra 35 l backpack has to offer you.

The backpack is available in two sizes:

• S/M – 45 cm (mostly for people up to 175 cm tall)
• M/L – 50 cm (mostly for individuals over 175 cm tall)

The length listed for sizes is the distance from the top side of the shoulder straps to the bottom side of the backpack.

Frameless construction

The fact that the back of the backpack is not reinforced with a solid frame is both an advantage and a disadvantage. The main advantage is the weight savings on a part of the backpack that is not completely necessary. However, one must pay more attention when packing things into the backpack to prevent sharp objects from digging into their back. If you pack the backpack well, it is really comfortable. With a little practice, it will become easy for you, and you will perceive the lack of a frame as a great positive.

Thanks to the frameless construction and minimalist design, the weight of the backpack has reached an incredible 390 grams.

We have found it effective to place a folded inflatable sleeping pad in a rectangle against the back of the backpack or a seat pad (27 g).

The second option for ensuring comfortable back support is to attach a seat pad or a folded foam sleeping pad externally to the backpack, using elastic cords that you can secure to the loops on the sides of the backpack. This way, you create external padding and will always have the seat pad at hand.

The manufacturer states the backpack's load capacity is 12 kg. For maximum comfort, we would recommend keeping the weight around 10 kg. For this reason, the backpack is more suitable for more experienced hikers with well-tuned ultralight gear list.

Features

Minimalist design – the backpack has one main compartment with roll-top closure, which you then secure with side buckles. On the top, there is a cross strap for additional compression or attaching gear. This allows you to easily adjust the height of the backpack according to its contents.

Wide shoulder straps – especially with a frameless backpack, you will appreciate the wide, comfortable, and pleasantly padded shoulder straps. The padding is covered with a stretchy fabric that does not damage membrane clothing.

Side pockets – the pockets on the sides are made of the same material as the body of the backpack and can easily hold a 2-liter bottle. They have an elastic rim at the top, so the contents do not fall out. At the bottom of the pockets, you will find a drainage hole to prevent water from collecting there during rain.

Elastic kangaroo pocket – on the front of the backpack, there is a spacious pocket made of durable stretch material. It is ideal for a waterproof jacket, toilet trowel, stakes, and similar gear. An additional option for attaching lightweight gear/clothing is provided by the elastic cords located on the outer side of this pocket. You can easily remove the cord and leave it at home or attach it elsewhere.

Attachment of the foam sleeping pad – on the bottom side, the backpack has 2 paracords with a Lineloc tightening component prepared. You can easily attach a foam sleeping pad or other gear.

Simple hip belt – the hip belt consists of a simple strap that you can remove.

Stretch pockets on the shoulder straps – on both shoulder straps, you will find a spacious pocket made of durable stretch fabric. These pockets are perfect for a small smartphone, sunglasses, snacks, tissues, and other small items you want to have within easy reach.

Side tensioning drawcords – for attaching equipment to the sides, such as trekking poles, foam sleeping pads, etc., the drawcords with Lineloc can be useful.

Compatibility with hydration bladders – inside the backpack, there is a loop for hanging the hydration bladder, and between the shoulder straps, you will find a hole for the drinking tube.

Adjustable chest strap – you can slide the chest strap up and down, or you can remove it and leave it at home if needed.

Technical parameters

• Total weight – 390 grams
• Total volume – 35 l
• Inner volume – 28 l
• Volume of front stretch pocket – 3 l
• Volume of side pockets – 2 x 2 l
• Volume of shoulder straps pockets – 2 x 0,5 l
• Load capacity – up to 12 kg

Materials

The backpack is constructed from Ecopak™ EPL Ultra 200 material. Stretch pockets are made of durable nylon, zippers from YKK, and buckles from Woojin Plastic.

Ecopak™ EPL Ultra 200 is a new line of waterproof fabrics for backpacks made of 67% woven UHMWPE (Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene – unbranded dyneema fiber) and 33% recycled polyester blend Repreve. This layer is then laminated to a thin 0,5 mil RUV recycled film. It is one of the strongest laminated materials for lightweight backpacks currently available on the market.

UHMWPE has a remarkable strength-to-weight ratio, making it the strongest fiber in the world. The fibers are 15x stronger than high-quality steel, lightweight, abrasion-resistant, waterproof, and resistant to UV radiation and chemicals. The main material of the backpack is 100% waterproof, but please note that the seams of the backpack are not sealed. This means that the backpack is not fully waterproof.

In addition to its great properties, this fabric stands out for its low environmental impact and high content of recycled materials. The patented backing made from recycled Challenge RUV film is 100% recycled and 97% UV resistant. Every meter of ECOPAK™ fabric saves more than 0,5 kg of CO2 compared to nylon fabric. ECOPAK™ contains no harmful TPU, PVC, DWR, or other coatings. The CO2 emissions in the production of recycled polyester Repreve are 50% lower than those of nylon and comparable to organic cotton.

Material properties: weight – 119 g/m²; waterproofness – 200+ psi (13,8+ bar); abrasion resistance ASTM 3884 – 4 400 cycles; fabric tear strength ASTM D2261 – 470 N / 47 kg (warp), 600 N / 60 kg (fill)