Minimalist V2 Ultralight Backpack

Sale price$260.00

A full featured pack in an a ultralight package.

50L Pack | Best for:

  • Thru Hiking
  • Hikes that require bear cans
  • Triple Crown trails

Material/Color: Robic Nylon Gray
Shoulder Strap: Flight Shoulder Harness - Large

Shoulder Strap

Hip Belt: Flight Hip Belt - Large

Hip Belt

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Minimalist V2 Ultralight Backpack

Minimalist V2 Ultralight Backpack

Robic Nylon Gray / Flight Shoulder Harness - Large / Flight Hip Belt - Large

8250 Southwest Nimbus Avenue

Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

8250 Southwest Nimbus Avenue
Beaverton OR 97008
United States

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  Excellent!

"Used the Minimalist v2 with vest on a two night. Had lots of extra gear/weight as I had three kids along. Carried a bear can with 24 meal portions in it (6 x 4). About 25 lbs loaded. Carried this weight easily. Youngest child decided they liked hiking (not backpacking). Added their 10+ pound pack to mine. Now at 35+ lb, Minimalist still comfy. Highly recommend. Just the right amount of frame. Vest pockets are very well thought out." - James

March 2023

Pack Updates

  • Now available in Challenge Sailcloth EPX 200 fabric.
  • Interior pockets are now deeper allowing for a secure place for your passport, wallet etc…
  • All the stretch pockets have been upgraded to ultra-stretch
  • The side pockets now feature a new cord lock for better ease of use in the field
  • Six Moon Designs Logo and Pack name are now on a small woven label, and no longer silk screened to the woven stretch pockets

Before

After

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The Minimalist V2 is redesigned to make simple even more functional.

39.8 oz - 1128 g Pack

We heard you. We took the simple, clean design of the Minimalist, and using customer feedback, made it even better. The Minimalist V2 still has the perfect amount of space for all your gear and a lightweight suspension that adds just enough support but now with larger, more secure stash pockets. Even the lettering took on a new modern, subtle look. Thanks for the help making the thru-hikers dream backpack even better.

Size Guide

Minimalist V2 Backpack

Overview

Despite being called the Minimalist V2, this pack provides all the comforts of much heavier packs. It comes with a removable Delrin Hoop Stay Frame and hip belt for maximum load days. And because every long-distance hiker is different, it has a lot of configurations to suit your specific comforts and offers a remarkable amount of extra storage space.

The main compartment is 40L with a 9L extension collar. It incorporates a top lid and has two additional large external gusseted pockets as well as a front stasher pocket with a pleated gusset. The top lid can be used to secure larger bear canisters too large to fit in the main compartment..

Configured as a Frame-less pack with Pack Bag and Shoulder Straps, The Robic Minimalist V2 comes in at 36.8 oz. / 1043 g.

In the Standard Configuration with added Stay and Hip Belt, and Flight Vest The Robic Minimalist V2 weighs 41.3 oz / 1170 g.

With the Shoulder Harness, you get additional stability in your load carrying and it brings the weight up to 39.8 oz. / 1128 g.

Minimalist V2 Backpack in Use

Pack Organization

The exterior pockets add a lot of quick access storage solutions. And all the external pockets have been reconstructed for the V2, featuring larger, more secure designs.

Hip belt pockets are cavernous. Both harness styles offer additional pockets for electronics, snacks, or other necessities. Two large asymmetric side pockets. The shorter right pocket is great for holding water bottles. The taller left pocket is perfect for carrying an ultralight tarp, tent, or tall hydration bladder. Large rear shove-it sleeve for quick access to gear and rainwear.

Minimalist V2 Backpack

Versatility

The Minimalist V2 offers several adjustable straps and tensioners to ensure a stable, comfortable fit. The Delrin Hoop Frame is designed to shift load bearing to the hip belt, reducing the strain on your shoulders and upper body.

The Minimalist V2 comes in the standard Robic™ nylon or our new EPX 200 fabric. EPX 200 is a robust fabric by Adventure Sailcloth. It is made using 3 layers of 210 denier fabric making it not only waterproof but very abrasion-resistant. While EPX 200 is waterproof the packs themselves are not water tight.

We recommend using a 50L Pack Liner.

Suspension

Frame Configuration

The Minimalist V2 features a Delrin Hoop Stay Frame. 

Delrin Hoop Stay Frame Features:

  • Transfers load to the hip belt
  • Makes carrying heavy loads more comfortable
  • Reduces pack snag
  • Increases load carrying capacity by ~10 lbs

Recommended Base Weight: 12 lbs / 5.5 kg

Maximum Weight: 35 lbs / 15.8 kg

Frameless Configuration

The Minimalist V2 has the option to be configured without the use of the Delrin Hoop Stay Frame.

Frameless Features:

  • Decreases pack weight by 3 oz / 85 g
  • Great for fastpacking or super ultralight backpacking

Recommended Base Weight: 8 lbs / 3.5 kg

Maximum Weight: 25 lbs / 11kg

Harness Options

Flight Shoulder Harness

Flight Shoulder Harness

✓ Traditional backpack shoulder straps

✓ Two 4-Way Stretch Pockets that hold 500ml soft bottles

✓ Sliding sternum strap

✓ Covers less torso area

✓ Weighs ~2 oz less than vest harness

Flight Vest Harness

Flight Vest Harness

✓ Six points of suspension between the pack and user

✓ Eliminates sway or bounce when walking or running

✓ Transfers some of the load to your core

✓ Helps to eliminate sores on your shoulders and hips

✓ Helps to reduce back pain after long days on trail

✓ Provides extra storage pockets and quick-access options

Flight S-Curve Harness

Flight S-Curve Harness

✓ Designed to accommodate people with narrow shoulders that have a larger chest area

✓ Two 4-Way Stretch Pockets that hold 500ml soft bottles

✓ Sliding sternum strap

✓ Avoids covering chest for more comfort

✓ Weighs ~2oz less than Flight Vest Harness

Features

Adjustable Torso Length because one size does not fit all

Three shoulder strap style options
(Shoulder Harness, S-Curve or Vest Harness)

Five exterior woven pockets
so you only have to unload your pack when its time to set up camp.

Rear Pocket

Short Side Pocket

Tall Side Pocket

Stretchy Top Lid pocket (narrower on the V2 to help keep things more secure)

Breathable and Durable 4-way Stretch Material

Large Shoulder Strap Pockets
to keep things close at hand

Removable Hip Belt


Minimal Contact Back Panel

Top Loading with Dry Bag Closure

Internal Zippered Stash Pocket for your wallet and other small necessities

Multiple Point Cord Compression System to keep your load stabilized no matter the size

Single Ice Axe or Trekking pole attachment point

Two layers of material in key points to strengthen the pack and prevent holes.

Dual Hydration Ports

Removable Hydration Bladder

Sliding Sternum Straps on Vest and Shoulder Harness

Delrin Hoop Stay for added support on those heavy load days.

Specifications

General

Suspension

Flight Series

Torso Sizes

16" - 22" | 38 - 56 cm

Dimensions

11" x 7" x 22" (WDT) | 28 cm x 18 cm x 56 cm

Color

Gray, Green, Red or Blue

Maximum Load

35 lb | 15.88 kg

Minimum Load

15 lb | 5.5 kg or less

Uses

Lightweight Backpacking
Long Distance Backpacking

Materials

Pack Body

Nylon Robic or EPX200

Body Contact

3D Mesh

Volume

Body

2441 ci | 40 L

Extension Collar

550 ci | 9 L

Exterior Pockets

610 ci | 10 L

Total Volume

3600 ci | 59 L

Weight

Robic Body

22.1 oz - 626 g

EPX200 Body

29 oz - 822g

Delrin Stay

3 oz - 85 g

Shoulder Strap Large

7.5 oz - 212 g

Hip Belt Medium

7.2 oz - 204 g

Total Robic Weight

39.8 oz - 1128 g

EPX200 Weight

46.7 oz - 1324 g

Customer Reviews

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Unsung
Great backpack/didnt keep it

I ordered the minimalist with the vest and was truly impressed. The vest alone is the most innovative improvement in the back, packing industry since the onset of internal frames. I filled it with my load-out for 2 months on the AT. After spending some time adjusting to fit, I wore it for about an hour taking it on and off several times. It carried very well however, the difficulty and frustrations of readjusting it while putting it back on is were it lost me. There are several sets of straps that are involved in reestablishing the fit, some intertwined with others that became so frustrating that I knew I couldn’t tolerate in the field. I have several packs that provide a comfortable cary, perhaps, not as well as I would otherwise experience with the vest. Unfortunately, the improved comfort in the caring is not worth the hassle of trying to sort out what straps do what ….so I sent it back. Another positive to mention is the long length of the top straps to accommodate a bear can. I would encourage anyone to satisfy their own curiosity and order this pack. If you have to send it back, it’ll cost you about $37, it may very well be worth satisfying your curiosity.

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Eric
Good upgrade

I have been using the Minimalist v1 for a few years now. I was interested in the better pockets. While I have not yet had a chance to use the new pack, I can tell that I am going to like the upgrades. My only complaint is that I was sold a used pack that had some scuffs on it and trash in the back pocket (minus 1 star). Looking forward to using it next season.

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Michael Thrift
Great Design and materials

Best functional design concepts for Ultralight gear since Go-Lite packs.

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Justin M
Comfortable backpack!

I took the pack out for its initial trip last weekend near Hells Canyon. Quick overnighter with the family, 7 miles one night. I had more weight in it than I would normally be carrying (extra food for the kids and a 3 person tent) than if I was out on my own but the pack had enough room and handled the extra weight great. I opted for the fight vest harness and I love it. The pack really stays with you when changing directions or climbing over deadfall, no swinging and pulling you side to side. Overall I am very happy with it. I also purchased a set of the packing pods. They are very lightweight and seem to be durable, great for organizing smaller pieces of gear.

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Thomas Huber

Good backpack, give better color options please.