Hyperlite Mountain Gear Daybreak 17L Backpack for Sale, Reviews, Deals and Guides

9.6
out of 10
5 Positive, 0 Mixed & 0 Negative
from 5 Reviews
Retail Price:
$195.00
Used Value:
$117.00
Sale Value:
$175.50

Summit towering peaks, traverse dicey ridges, and squeeze in afternoon treks with Hyperlite Mountain Gear's fully-featured, ultralight Daybreak Backpack. Weighing barely over a pound, the Daybreak boasts a surprising 17L capacity suitable for a day's worth of food, water, layers, and even climbing gear. Hyperlite acheived such a phenomenal light weight by building the pack out of Dyneema, a material used in climbing gear for long-lasting durability.

Despite its light weight, the Daybreak is incredibly comfort, with padding at the back panel and shoulder straps, as well as a waist belt that stows away when you don't need it. The front pocket doubles as a hydration sleeve for your reservoir, and the internal sleeve doubles as a laptop sleeve for casual days. There's also a removable attachment system for ice axes or trekking poles, and a zippered internal pocket for valuables and electronics.

Specifications

Access:
front panel
Claimed Weight:
1lb 3oz
Compression:
yes
Dimensions:
11 x 21 x 6.5in
Hydration Compatible:
yes
Ice Axe Carry:
yes, removable
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year
Material:
Dyneema
Pockets:
1 front, 2 side water bottle, 1 stow, 1 zippered internal, 1 internal sleeve
Recommended Use:
trekking, hiking
Shoulder Straps:
1/4-inch foam, sewn-in spacer mesh
Support/Suspension:
Dyneema Hardline, 1/4-inch foam back panel
Trekking Pole Carry:
yes
Volume:
17L (1037cu in)
Waist Belt:
yes, stowable

Full Reviews

10
Durable, lightweight, minimalist!!
Shiwen Y., backcountry.com
January 8, 2019
8
Took on a one week camping trip as soon as I got it. We day hiked every day with it. Super light and completely water proof. Layout is great and ability to store away hip belt is good too. Only concern point so far is minor abrasion on the bottom from setting down on rocks showed up immediately. Time will tell on the durability. If you’re looking for a top of the line waterproof and light weight pack this is IT!
Joe Brock, backcountry.com
August 16, 2018
10
Great combination of lightweight and comfortable with just the right amount of internal organization. Took this out on a hike along the Billy Goat Trail in Great Falls, MD with the kids. Pack comfortably carried hike essentials (1st aid kit, compass, GPS, etc) along w/rain jackets, and lots of water. 3 liter bladder fit fine in the interior pocket w hose extending thru main zipper. Used a framesheet from another pack to give more rigidity which helped shift weight to hips w/belt. Only downside: While Dyneema is great for most of the pack construction, it does make the back panel pretty hot (and sweaty). Not a huge deal, but probably won't be my serious hot weather pack.
Joe G., backcountry.com
July 16, 2018
10
I just took this on a 13-mile hike up Mt. Timpanogos and back, and found it to be the perfect tool for the job. The outside front pocket accommodates a 2L water bladder with ease, and the two side pockets hold another water bottle and/or whatever other small things you might need quick access to. There is one small inside zipped pocket for ID/cash, etc., another larger internal pocket, and otherwise there's just one large area which easily held two jackets (one puffy, one light), a first aid kit, a hat, and sunscreen. The pack itself is quite light and the chest and hip straps work great to keep it stable and in place.
Kate Cronin, backcountry.com
September 11, 2017
10
A well thought out designed backpack. It is not the cheapest backpack out there for a reason. It is just a great, very well made pack and I would buy again.
Grady M., backcountry.com
July 1, 2017