| ZPacks™ Zilch, Z1, and Z2 Ultralight Sil-Nylon Backpacks |
Description:
These are the original ZPacks backpacks, constructed from a combination
of 1.3 oz/sqyd silicone impregnated nylon, and 2.4 oz/sqyd coated nylon.
These packs are reasonably durable, and comparatively inexpensive. In my
experience they will last about 1,200 miles. They are a good choice for
casual ultralight backpacking with loads up to 20 lbs.
Advantages of Silicone Impregnated Nylon:
- The material is relatively inexpensive.
- Sil-nylon has a high tensile strength for its weight, and is
very lightweight.
Disadvantages:
- Sil-nylon can be punctured or torn if care is not taken. The
2.4 oz material on the base and side pockets is more resistant.
- Duct tape won't stick to sil-nylon unless you sew around the
edges.
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Ordering:
Prices and weights shown here are for the base backpacks not
including options.
These backpacks are no longer being built. The
Cuben Fiber Blast backpacks are the same
packs except stronger and lighter.
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Pictured are Z1 2,600 c.i. backpacks, one with an
optional webbing belt, the
other with
optional shock cord lashing.
Click for larger image
Joe says:
"I thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2004 with the original
version of this pack. Since then it has undergone several years
of testing and refinements to become what it is today." |
