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1. MAIN BENEFITS
We seek to design the best-possible solutions for mountain enthusiasts based on our phi-
losophy of creating strong & light products. We understand our users’ needs and provides
the right features and benefits for them to enjoy their adventures:
STRENGTH & DURABILITY
Our design team carefully analyses the exact functions of each
part of a backpack to define performance requirements, select an
optimum combination of materials and engineer the strongest gear
for the longest use.
VENTILATION
Sweating cools down the body via evaporation. Conventional
backpacks stop this happening as their back panels prevent the
ventilation sweat requires to evaporate. The wet back panels mean
you get chilled. All Salewa backpack back panels are designed to
ensure good ventilation.
LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN
Our sophisticated design solutions use the best materials to minimi-
ze weight. Lightweight fabrics, buckles, straps and accessories also
help keep weight down.
2. CARRYING SYSTEM
Salewa has three different carrying systems. Depending on size and area of use, its
backpacks are equipped with an DRY BACK AIR, DRY BACK CONTACT or DRY BACK CUSTOM.
Our DRY BACK AIR system maximizes ventilation and minimizes the backpack surface in
contact with the body; the DRY BACK CONTACT system keeps the load barycentre of the
backpack close to the body for maximum control on ascents and provides good ventila-
tion through its air channels. DRY BACK CUSTOM is highly air permeable, lightweight and
with a quick and easy height-adjustable back panel system for a customized fit.
38/40 cm
40/45 cm
SHORT
SHORT
SHORT
45/50 cm
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
REGULAR
50/53 cm
LARGE
LARGE
TORSO
MEASUREMENT
FIXED BACK
LENGHT SIZE
CUSTOM FIT PRO
BACK LENGHT MALE
CUSTOM FIT PRO
BACK LENGHT FEMALE
GENERAL INFORMATION
3. ADJUSTING YOUR BACKPACK
HOW TO GET THE BEST FIT:
1. Loosen all straps (shoulder straps, load control straps, waist belt, compression straps)
before you load the pack.
2. If your backpack has a back regulation system, follow the instructions in the table to
identify your torso length and set the correct back length.
3. Pull in the waist belt so that it sits just above the pelvis. Make sure that your iliac crest
is centred between the waist belt padding. Close the buckles. Secure the loose ends of the
straps.
4. Tighten (but don’t overtighten) the shoulder straps until the carrying system meets the
back. The attachment point of the shoulder straps should be about one inch below the
seventh vertebra (C7). If necessary, readjust the back length.
5. If your pack has them, tighten the load control straps at the top of the shoulder straps.
6. Close and adjust the length of the chest (sternum) strap, and make sure it sits at the ri-
ght height (at your sternum). A snug fit will help stabilise the pack. Take care not to create
pressure points.
7. Check the load control straps again and ensure that your shoulder straps fit snugly
around your shoulders.
