TECHNOLOGY & INSTRUCTION
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JanSport's packs are engineered for peak performance on the trail and off. Understanding the technology behind the features allows you to best use your pack.

How to Fit A Pack

Created By: JanSport
Length: 2:43


Learn how to adjust the fit of your multi-day pack to your body for optimal comfort.

How to Pack a Pack

Created By: JanSport
Length: 2:34


Learn how to properly stow everything needed for a multiday hike in order to balance your equipment and manage the load.

Reversible Pack

Created By: JanSport
Length: :45


Watch how a reversible pack turns from mild to wild.


  • How to Fit A Pack

    2:43

  • How to Pack a Pack

    2:34

  • Reversible Pack

    :45



» Arch Rival™
External Stay
Our distinctive Arch Rival™ system delivers optimal weight-transfer and load-carrying comfort, while reducing resistance allowing the load to move with your body.
The unique shape of the Arch Rival™ stay provides flexibility through the side and top of the pack.
Load stabilizers directly tied to the stay allow for optimal load adjustment and stabilizing.
SUSPENSION SYSTEM The Cloud Ripper™ easy adjust suspension system allows for quick on the fly adjustments.

How to use the Arch Rival Suspension System:
Step 1:
Unclip the buckle and peel back panel away from pack. Step 2:
Line up torso length using the window for an exact match. Step 3:
Secure back panel to the pack and clip buckle to lock in place.

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» Reversible
How to reverse your reversible pack:
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» GridFit™
Our unique secure-lock grid plate makes it quick and easy to accommodate different torso lengths and shoulder widths. Each shoulder strap attaches to the grid individually allowing for adjustable comfort and fit through customization.
1. Harness grid system allows for easy shoulder strap adjustment.
Insert each shoulder strap peg into desired setting. The GridFit allows each shoulder strap to pivot independently to automatically adjust to your body's movements providing optimal comfort.

2. Try pack on for fit. Adjust to optimize.
Use outer settings for wider shoulders.
Use top settings for longer torsos.

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» Versa-Wing™
The Versa-Wing system converts a large mesh compartment into two small gear pockets with a quick clip.

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» Hydration Sleeve
This compartment is designed to hold a 3-liter water reservoir system.

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» Biovent™ Back Panel
The Biovent back panel provides cushioning comfort in key areas where the pack makes contact with your body.

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» Biovent™ Shoulder Straps
These extremely lightweight molded foam straps are engineered to disperse weight evenly on the shoulders while keeping them cooler with angled vent holes.
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» Yoke Style Shoulder Straps
By integrating the padded grab handle into the strap system, these contoured shoulder straps provide added comfort by positioning the pack lower on the spine.
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» AirLight™
Ergonomically designed straps with a soft compressible layer of foam supported by a layer of load-stabilizing PE foam and breathable mesh for air circulation.
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» S-Curve™
Designed with low-compression, high-quality EVA foam that follows the body's natural contours.
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»AirFlex™
Ergonomic perforated EVA shoulder straps for lightweight, breathable support.
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» Air Core™
Engineered with ergonomically contoured extra thick EVA foam for superior padding and comfort.
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