Rab Womens Exion 65 ND Rucksack

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With a women’s-specific fit, generous storage, and a stable carry system, the Exion ND65 is built for long-haul backpacking and hut-to-hut trekking.

Rab says: 

Fully featured with a clean, simple design, the Exion ND65 is a highly versatile pack that takes you wherever you want to go, from thru-hikes to multi-day treks between alpine huts. 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 ND65 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 ND65 is a well-structured trekking pack designed for more extended expeditions, offering a women’s s-specific fit that ensures comfort over extended distances. Weighing 1,883 grams, this 65-litre pack is built for multi-day trips where carrying comfort and accessibility are just as important as durability.

Designed with a narrower back length and refined harness shape, the Exion ND65 provides a close, supportive fit for those with smaller frames. The V-TRAX adjustable back system ensures efficient load transfer, keeping weight balanced on the hips for improved stability on steep ascents and technical terrain. The wraparound harness and plush lumbar padding add comfort, making heavy loads more manageable.

Storage is well thought out, with a U-shaped front zip and lower compartment access, making it easy to retrieve kit without unpacking the entire rucksack. The extendable lid adds an extra 5 litres of capacity for longer trips, while the angled side mesh pockets allow easy water bottle access without taking the pack off; the compression straps over these side pockets can get in the way when grabbing gear quickly.

Overall, the Rab Women’s Exion ND65 delivers a comfortable, stable carry with plenty of well-placed storage options, making it an excellent choice for those tackling multi-day adventures.

– 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.
• Extendable lid gives 5L of additional volume, with internal and external pockets.
• Wraparound shaped harness construction provides full contact, enhancing comfort.
• Stay organised with the U-shaped front zip and zipped lower entry giving easy kit access.
• Carry support and load transfer provided by 6mm aluminium frame.
• Stow an extra layer in the handy front stash, while hipbelt and harness pockets provide on-the-go storage.
• Shaped lumbar pad and supportive hipbelt provide comfort on long days.
• Stash your water bottle without removing the pack, thanks to the mesh pocket side access.
• Dual base compression straps.
• Secure your walking poles using the attachment points.
• Pull out the rain cover for protection in a sudden shower.

Specifications

• Weight: 1883g
• Dimensions: 75 x 35 x 35cm
• Back length: 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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