Front view of the Hyperlite Mountain Gear NorthRim 55 in White showcasing the bottom and exterior pockets made from Woven Dyneema®
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
Left side 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
Close up shot of the exterior straps on Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
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
Detail shot of the chest strap and buckle on Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
Interior view of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
Hiker standing on mountain wearing Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
Hiker with rope wearing Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
Top view of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White with helmet in exterior pocket
Hiker passing Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White to colleague in the canyon
Hiker placing a helmet in the exterior pocket of Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White
Hiker placing helmet into Hyperlite Mountain Gear's NorthRim 70 Pack in White

NorthRim

Rated 4.9 out of 5
Based on 81 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.

WATCH THE VIDEO


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

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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A bush whacking machine!

I work off track in New Zealand for 30 days at a time and this pack holds up!

The forest in New Zealand is incredibly rough on gear so I opted for the North Rim for its durability but also its generous outer pockets which I love so much.

I can store my sandals, jacket, snacks eyc in the big pocket and heaos of water in the sides. The top rolls down enough that this pack can be used as a 'Carry On' on flights then extended up again when I need it to be. It's also insanely comfortable for such a simple pack. I'm a petite woman of 164cm and wear a Medium. I can carry 20kg happily.

The only improvement would be slightly wider cumfier shoulder straps with pockets up high for phone or camera. All in all an incredible and versitile pack that stands up to abuse!

Thanks Hyperlite!!!

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Grand Canyon

Incredibly comfortable and an amazing pack!

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Love this pack!

I look forward to every opportunity to put this pack on and carry it around, which is an urge I have never experienced previously. I bought the NorthRim 70 after trying out a friend's and doing a bit of research to confirm it is the one for me. It is super comfortable and I love the hip pockets. No complaints yet.

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Great pack for all levels of backpacking adventure

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