Montane Zulu 28 LT Rucksack

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The Gregory Zulu 28 LT Rucksack is perfect for hikers seeking style, comfort, and functionality. Its ventilated back panel offers excellent support and breathability. The comfort cradle hip belt and padded shoulder straps ensure close-to-skin comfort.

Gregory says: 

Top loading, alpine inspired design with quick access front pocket and a clean single buckle design made for lightwight excursions, ease of use, and good style

Our Verdict

The Gregory Zulu 28 LT Rucksack is a superb choice for hikers seeking a blend of style, comfort, and functionality for lightweight excursions. Its top-loading, alpine-inspired design features a single buckle for simplicity and ease of use. The VaporSpan ventilated back panel with linear mesh panels offers excellent anatomical support and breathability, keeping you cool on intense hikes. The comfort cradle hip belt, designed for seamless, hotspot-free wear, and the padded shoulder straps ensure close-to-skin comfort, making long treks more enjoyable.

Practical features like hip-belt zippered pockets, sizeable stretch-mesh side pockets, and a top quick-access zippered pocket add to the rucksack’s convenience. The interior hydration sleeve with the Speedclip hydration attachment system is a thoughtful addition to staying hydrated on the go. The rucksack’s trekking pole system and custom-fitted rain cover enhance its versatility. Constructed with a focus on sustainability, the Zulu 28 LT uses blended recycled polyester fabric and boasts a 25% reduction in carbon impact. Weighing 1135 grams and with a 28-litre capacity, it’s a reliable and eco-friendly companion for hiking.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• VaporSpan ventilated backpanel with linear mesh panels to Provide anatomical support
• Comfort cradle hipbelt with seamless design for hotspot free comfort
• Hipbelt zippered pockets large enough to fit most phones
• Padded shoulder straps with smooth surface, breathable mesh for close to skin comfort
• Interior hydration sleeve with Speedclip hydration attachment system compatible with Gregory Hydro reservoirs (reservoir not included)
• Top quick access zippered pocket for secure, easy to grab storage
• Large stretch-mesh side pockets large enough to hold large format water bottles
• Front laser cut light attachment loop
• Trekking pole system with adjustable bungee attachment and bottom loops
• Designed using our lifecycle analysis tool resulting in a 25% reduction in carbon impact through the use of blended
  recycled polyester fabric
• Available in Plus Size with extended length shoulder straps and hip belts, plus additional fit revisions to accommodate
  larger body shapes
• Custom fitted raincover included

Specifications

• Weight: 1135g
• Max Carry: 11.3 kg
• Volume: 28L
• Raincover weight: 69g

Material & Construction

• BODY 40% RECYCLED 400D POLYESTER RIPSTOP WITH PFC-FREE DWR
• BASE 420D NYLON WITH PFC-FREE DWR
• LINING 40% POST-CONSUMER RECYCLED 135D POLYESTER WITH PFC-FREE DWR
• HARDWARE BLUESIGN® APPROVED BUCKLES
• HARNESS/HIPBELT/LUMBAR LIFESPAN EVA FOAM / MULTI-DENSITY FOAM
• CHASSIS SUPPORT ALLOY STEEL FRAME

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Choosing an Ultralight Rucksack
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Rucksack