Hyperlite Mountain Gear Elevate 22 Pack: Ultralight Day Hiking Backpack
Seeking a lightweight and reliable daypack for all-day adventures? The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Elevate 22 Pack is built for simplicity, comfort, and weather protection. With its 22L capacity and frameless design, it’s the perfect companion for day hikes, summit pushes, and fast-and-light adventures, on or off the trail.
Crafted with Dyneema® Composite Hybrid materials, this pack offers incredible strength, waterproof performance, and minimal weight. Whether you’re navigating rugged terrain or local trails, the Elevate 22 delivers dependable performance in every condition.
Features & Benefits
- Purpose-Built for Day Hiking: Designed for on-trail and off-trail excursions with a lightweight, frameless build.
- Smart Storage: Two side pockets provide easy access to water bottles, and a stretch-mesh front pocket allows for quick grabs of gear or snacks.
- Roll-Top Closure: Single top compression strap for secure packing and adjustable volume.
- Removable Hip Belt: Padded minimalist belt adds stability and comfort when needed, or can be removed to cut weight.
- Hydration Compatible: Includes inner bladder hang loop, hydroport, and hose port for easy access to water on the go.
- Durable Materials: Dyneema® Composite Hybrid fabric with reinforced stretch-mesh front and hardline side pockets.
- Compression & Attachment Options: G-hook side compression straps, stashable ice axe loop, and over-the-top aluminum G-hook with cord keeper.
- Comfort & Fit: Integrated ¼” foam back panel and torso-specific sizing for balanced carry.
Technical Specs (medium size)
- Volume: 22L
- Load Capacity: 25 lbs
- Material: Dyneema® Composite Hybrid 3.8, Dyneema Stretch Mesh UL
- Weight: 17.7 oz (502 g)
- Back Width: 10″ (25.4 cm)
- Height (Fully Unrolled): 31.5″ (80 cm)
- Top Circumference: 31″ (78.7 cm)
- Bottom Circumference: 28.5″ (72.4 cm)
HMG Elevate 22 Pack Review: Why I Love It
After a year of hiking with the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Elevate 22, it’s become my go-to pack for day hikes, photography trips, minimalist overnighters, and even flights.
One of its biggest tests came during an 8-day trip through Mount Rainier and Olympic National Park, where I hiked in rain almost every day. Everything inside stayed completely dry, giving me confidence that my camera gear was protected in wet conditions.
At just 1.1 lbs, it’s also made a noticeable difference for my back. It’s incredibly lightweight without sacrificing durability, and the shoulder attachment points make it easy to carry my camera exactly how I like.
For more details and photos, read my full Hyperlite Mountain Gear Elevate 22 review.
