Front view of the Hyperlite Mountain Gear NorthRim 55 in White showcasing the bottom and exterior pockets made from Woven Dyneema®
Hiker standing on mountain wearing Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
Side view of the Hyperlite Mountain Gear NorthRim 55 in White showing the sturdy 375-Denier DCHW fabric in the external pockets
Side view of the Hyperlite Mountain Gear NorthRim 55 in White showing the side compression straps for vertical compression
Rear view of the Hyperlite Mountain Gear NorthRim 55 in white showing the hardline with Dyneema® shoulder straps with 3/8” closed cell foam and spacer mesh
Front view of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
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Back view of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
Detail shot of the zippered hip belt pocket of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
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Detail shot of the top compression straps of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
Interior view of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
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Interior view of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
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Top view of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White with helmet in exterior pocket
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Hiker placing helmet into Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White

NorthRim

Rated 4.9 out of 5
Based on 85 reviews

Our most durable model, this pack is built to withstand terrain notorious for shredding gear, like the Grand Canyon. For less demanding use, it could be the last pack you ever buy.

Volume
Torso Length
Weight: 32.7 oz
Availability: In stock, ready to ship
$450.00

How to Choose a Pack Size

Your torso length, not your height, determines your pack size. We recommend the following to determine yours:

Tilt your head slightly forward to locate the bony bump at the base of your neck. (This is your 7th cervical (or C7) vertebra).
Using a flexible tape measure, have someone measure starting at that spot and running down along the curve of your spine.
Place your hands on your hips so you can feel your iliac crest, which serves as the “shelf” of your pelvic girdle. (It’s the first hard thing you feel when you run your fingers down from the sides of your ribcage.) Position your hands so your thumbs are reaching behind you.
Have your friend finish measuring at the point where the tape crosses an imaginary line drawn between your thumbs. This distance is your torso length.
Small (15.0” - 17.0” torso)
Medium (17.0” - 19.0” torso)
Large (19.0” - 21.0” torso)
Tall (21.0”+ torso)
If your measurement falls right in between sizes (for example, if you have a 17.0” torso, so you are right on the line between a Small and a Medium), we suggest you choose the larger torso size.

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How to Choose a Pack Size

How to Choose a Pack Size

Your torso length, not your height, determines your pack size. We recommend the following to determine yours:

Tilt your head slightly forward to locate the bony bump at the base of your neck. (This is your 7th cervical (or C7) vertebra).
Using a flexible tape measure, have someone measure starting at that spot and running down along the curve of your spine.
Place your hands on your hips so you can feel your iliac crest, which serves as the “shelf” of your pelvic girdle. (It’s the first hard thing you feel when you run your fingers down from the sides of your ribcage.) Position your hands so your thumbs are reaching behind you.
Have your friend finish measuring at the point where the tape crosses an imaginary line drawn between your thumbs. This distance is your torso length.
Small (15.0” - 17.0” torso)
Medium (17.0” - 19.0” torso)
Large (19.0” - 21.0” torso)
Tall (21.0”+ torso)
If your measurement falls right in between sizes (for example, if you have a 17.0” torso, so you are right on the line between a Small and a Medium), we suggest you choose the larger torso size.

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How to Choose a Pack Size

Identical to our all-purpose pack models except made with our most durable fabric, this is an on or off-trail pack designed to last in the most grueling environments. Originally designed for a 750-mile off-trail Grand Canyon thru hike, primary features include:

  • Bottom and exterior pockets made from Woven Dyneema®
  • Hip belt pockets made from Woven Dyneema®
  • Two over the pocket compressions straps for load security
  • D-shaped flat bottom keeps pack upright while loading

Introduction Video | The NorthRim

WHY CHOOSE THE NORTHRIM?

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CANYON INSPIRED

Built for the demands of the remote parts of the Grand Canyon

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INTENTIONALLY BURLY

We built this pack using our 375-Denier DCHW fabric in the external pockets and high abrasion areas on the bottom

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WATERPROOF MATERIALS

Pair with our Stuff Sacks for a buttoned up, nearly waterproof kit
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Rated 5 out of 5

Figuring out how to suck less

I was UNFAIRLY critical of this bag , being that I still suffered still after purchasing / using . I went out for a 30 mi trip 3x (same route a few weeks apart) with a different bag each time . outing #1 was with the northrim 55 , outing #2 was an osprey aether 85 , outing #3 was an arcetyrx alpha 30 . I suffered the least with the 30 probably due to a lighter more compact load but living out of it was a chore . The aether soaked up sweat and ate me alive . The Northrim was great until I fatigued . Ultimately I just needed to improve my physical conditioning (endurance / reducing my fat composition) / reduce some gear / substitute for more efficient gear ( not necessarily lighter gear) The thing with this style of bag is ,that it is surprisingly adaptable to whatever the situation is . The bottom line is that the bag is legit & Im the problem - cheers to sucking less !

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North Rim 55 L

Took her out on its maiden voyage this past weekend in Harriman State Park just outside of NYC.

I brought a huge picnic of hot wine and hobo pies in the pack... So, lots of weight.

I love the pack's durability...

My previous pack was a Golite Jam 50L. The most amazing pack I ever had... RIP Golite. The Jam was a pioneer in ultralight gear... Ahead of its time! I wore it thin...

My new Hyperlite is really well made with the best material. I have a little bit of a long torso. ...but I think the Long size that you all offer is too long for me. But, the Large feels a little bit high on my waist. I would be happier if the hip belt rested more on my actual hips and less on my waist. I will keep using it and adjusting the shoulder straps until my pack finds its happy place and I can travel long distances again with the weight of the pack either all on my shoulders, all on my hips, or distributed on both.

...this spring I have my scopes on thru-skiing the Catamount Trail in VT. I'll become very familiar with the pack on a trip like that.

Please let me know if you have any insight for me.

Thanks for reaching out!

Kindly,

Adam

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Hey, Adam -- thanks for sharing your review! Our Customer Support Team would be happy to help with any questions about sizing, so please don't hesitate to reach out at support@hyperlitemountaingear.com.

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North Rim is durable, waterproof and Lightweight

We are a guide service that exclusively use Hyperlite packs for commercial backpacking trips, including trips into the Grand Canyon. As a guide service we're hard on gear and Hyperlite packs, and specifically the North Rim, are burly and hold up to countless tough miles.

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노스림 배낭 만족한며 사용중입니다.

일단 얼마나 튼튼할지는 사용을 더해봐야 될것같고, 현재까진 만족합니다.

평균 27KG 세팅하고 다닙니다.

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Awesome pack

This pack is great. I have had 60+ pounds in it and it still maintains good comfort and stability. The outside pocket I do not think I will ever have an issue with wearing out. You can easily rig a brain onto this pack, which makes it that much more enjoyable. Impossible to regret the purchase, and I will feel the same about the next one I am sure.

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