Rab Womens Exion 35 ND Rucksack

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Designed for all-season day hikes and lightweight overnights, the Exion ND35 delivers a secure fit, practical access, and a reliable carry for long days on the trail.

Rab says: 

Fully featured with a clean, simple design, the Exion ND35 is a highly versatile pack that takes you wherever you want to go, from demanding day hikes in any season to light summer overnights and wild camping. The adjustable V-TRAX™ carry system, with its thermoformed harness and dual densities of foam, ensures full contact with your back while delivering cushioning support where it’s needed and reduced bulk where it’s not. The result is a construction that keeps weight down, carries heavy loads well, and offers you instant comfort which endures over long distances. With an eye-catching embossed pattern and high-comfort, practical design, the Exion ND35 is the perfect pack for unhurried miles on the trail. Built with narrower dimensions, it’s ideal for women or those with smaller frames.

Our Verdict

Rab’s Women’s Exion ND35 is a well-balanced, feature-packed pack for day hikes, light overnighters, and fast-moving adventures. Weighing 1,337 grams, it offers a solid combination of comfort, durability, and load stability while maintaining a women’s specific fit for those with smaller frames.

The V-TRAX adjustable back system ensures a close, tailored fit, effectively distributing the weight onto the hips for improved stability. The wraparound harness and lumbar padding provide excellent comfort, while the 3.5mm aluminium frame adds enough structure to handle heavier loads without feeling overly rigid.

Instead of a front-access zip like its larger counterparts, the Exion ND35 features a side zip for quick kit access—useful for grabbing essentials on the go but requiring some careful packing. The large front mesh pocket is ideal for stashing an extra layer of wet gear.

One minor issue is the compression straps over the side mesh pockets, making retrieving water bottles a little awkward. However, the comfortable fit, durable build and practical storage options make this an excellent choice for anyone seeking a versatile and stable daypack.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• The forward pull hipbelt makes it easy to achieve a stable fit and adjust it on the move.
• V-TRAX™ carry system features our easy hook-and-loop adjustment system for a precise fit.
• Stay organised with the side zip giving easy kit access, and a fixed lid with internal and external pockets.
• Wraparound harness construction provides full contact, enhancing comfort.
• Hipbelt pockets provide on-the-go storage for snacks or a compass.
• Carry support and load transfer provided by 3.5mm aluminium frame.
• Stow an extra layer in the handy front stash, and water bottles in the mesh side pockets.
• Shaped lumbar pad and supportive hipbelt provide comfort on long days.
• Secure your walking poles using the attachment points.
• Pull out the rain cover for protection in a sudden shower.

Specifications

• Weight: 1337g
• Dimensions: 17-19″ / 43-48cm

Material & Construction

• 330D Nylon Stripe Dobby with Hydrosheild Coating
• 600D polyester with Hydroshield coating
• Main 70% Nylon, 30% polyester. Lining 100% Polyester

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