Innovative Organization on the Trail

Staying organized has never been easier with the Nexus’s new pocket designs :

• Dual Side Utility Pockets: Made of UltraStretch mesh, these pockets securely hold essentials like trowels, tent stakes, or water bottles. The snug fit prevents items from slipping out, even during dynamic movement. These have an asymmetrical design meant to better hold onto tent stakes than a standard square.
• Spacious Front Stretch Pocket: Perfect for stowing rain or wind gear, this pocket ensures quick access to weather-related essentials without needing to open the main compartment. The front mesh pocket on the Nexus is the largest by volume of any other pack in our line-up. Just like the utility pockets, the front mesh pocket is made of UltraStretch mesh from Challenge Sailcloth.
• Bear Canister Ready: The dimensions of the pack body enable you to fit bear canisters as large as the BV500 vertically inside of the pack. A clip-top closure system and sewn-in Y-strap with G-hook attachment means you’re also able to store the bear can up top if your pack is full.

For the newly redesigned side pockets, the Nexus features a new pleated pattern developed by the design team (Owen and Jeremy) to snugly hold two 1-liter SmartWater bottles. This innovative design ensures that your bottles are not only secure but also easily accessible. The fabric’s precise contouring hugs the bottles closely, keeping them steady. Whether you’re pausing to collect trail trash or moving through uneven terrain, you can count on these pockets to keep all your stuff right where it needs to be.

Next-Level Comfort: Redesigned Straps and Hip-belt

The Nexus introduces re-engineered shoulder straps and hipbelt pockets that cater to both comfort and functionality:

• Hybrid Shoulder Straps: A perfect blend of S-style and J-style designs, these straps provide ergonomic support for all body types. With daisy chain compatibility, they work seamlessly with all ULA shoulder strap accessories. 
• Enhanced Hipbelt Pockets: Designed with a smaller surface area but greater volume, these pockets accommodate modern cell phones, snacks, and more. Featuring a side zipper design, they’re easy to access with one hand—ideal for on-the-go hikers.
• Sewn In Hipbelt: In order to save weight, the hip-belt is sewn into the pack.

Hipbelt Sizing:

• Small: Fits waists 30”-34”
• Medium/Large: Fits waists 34”-42”

Looking to cut even more weight? The Nexus can be purchased without a hipbelt, saving up to 3.7 ounces and $20.

Advanced Materials for Ultimate Durability

The Nexus is built using Challenge ULTRA X™ 200 fabric, a material that’s 15 times stronger than steel by weight, twice as abrasion-resistant as 420D nylon, and waterproof up to 200 psi. 

Complementing this is UltraGrid fabric, which not only reduces the pack’s weight but also offers environmental benefits:

• Made from 210D recycled nylon yarn, UltraGrid diverts materials from landfills.
• Bluesign® Approved for reduced carbon emissions.
• Coated with C0 DWR, free from harmful PFCs, for a cleaner environmental footprint.

This is the first pack in our line-up that utilizes UltraGrid and it’s offered in 3 distinct colorways: Tangerine, Black Beauty, and Dark Chili.

Using UltraGrid instead of our standard 400D Ripstop Robic Nylon saves a total of 2 ounces on the pack.

Features That Set the Nexus Apart

This pack is packed with thoughtful details to enhance your trail experience:

Ice Axe and Trekking Pole Loops

Specialized Pleated Side Pockets

Dual Utility Pockets

Removable Sternum Strap: 0.8 oz

Removable Shockcord System: 0.7 oz

Removable Foam Backpanel: 2.2 oz

Removable Upper Ice Axe Loop: 0.25 oz

Haul Loop: For convenient carrying off the trail

Large Hip-belt pockets 

Top Y-Strap

Fits BV500 Vertically Inside: Perfect for food storage on long trips

Designed for Connection

At its heart, the Nexus represents more than just a backpack. It’s a tool for connecting with the trail, with fellow hikers, and with yourself. Its thoughtful design and cutting-edge materials make it a companion that empowers you to push your boundaries and explore with confidence.