Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack Review
The Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack boasts a back panel that’s effortlessly customizable, catering to a range of body sizes from slender to plus-size.
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Price: (-60%) ₹1,599
Manufacturer: Mount Track
Our Verdict
The Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack emerges as an excellent budget-friendly choice suitable for both novice backpackers and seasoned hikers alike. Its standout feature is the easily adjustable and remarkably versatile hip belt, accommodating hikers across a spectrum from small to 4XL (available in both S-XL and 2XL-4XL size options).
With a comfortable back panel and a capacious interior, this backpack provides an exceptionally comfortable wearing experience. The curved frame effectively distributes weight onto the hips, complemented by a back panel crafted from dense yet breathable foam. Top in comfort and affordability, this high-capacity backpack customizes to your body.
- Fits larger people
- Durable
- Contoured for comfort: curved back panel
- Durable
- 21-inch torso maximum
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Our Analysis and Test Results
Important
The Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack stands out as a top choice, not only for its user-friendly adjustability and inclusive sizing but also for its overall excellence. Featuring an exceptionally spacious main compartment, dedicated laptop sections, and a robust load-carrying capacity, it’s ideal for a range of adventures, from extended multi-day excursions to quick overnight trips. Budget-friendly without sacrificing trail readiness, it stands out among tested packs.
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Comfort
The Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack stands out as one of the most ergonomically designed packs in our testing.
With exceptionally plush shoulder straps enveloping your shoulders and extending down to your back, it provides a level of comfort that sets it apart.
The inclusion of a luxuriously padded hip belt, complemented by a well-cushioned lumbar region utilizing the same breathable 3D mesh material found in the shoulder straps, enhances the overall comfort.
The backpack’s frame design is noteworthy for its effectiveness in distributing weight to the hips, where carrying becomes notably easier.
The strategic wrap-around of shoulder straps and the thoughtfully engineered frame make it suitable for prolonged wear on the trail, alleviating the burden on the shoulders by efficiently transferring weight to the hips.
Even if the shoulders were to bear the brunt, the straps are so comfortable that the experience remains tolerable.
The waist belt mirrors the design of the shoulder straps, ensuring a consistent level of cushioning. The padding extends to line the lumbar area, a pivotal region for comfort, especially under heavy loads.
The material that contributes to the straps’ comfort also serves to protect the back from the pressure of bulky or irregularly shaped items packed inside.
An air channel runs along the back panel’s length, fostering airflow and maintaining a cooler back, a crucial factor in sustained comfort during extended use.
While further details on adjustability will be covered later, it’s worth noting that optimal comfort is closely tied to a well-fitting pack.
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Ease of Use
The Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack boasts a commendable array of pockets, falling within the standard range rather than exceeding it.
Striking a balance between convenience and simplicity, this pack offers enough pockets to facilitate organization without overwhelming users with an abundance of choices.
Noteworthy is the bottom zipper pocket designed for easy access to the sleeping bag compartment without requiring the lid to be opened.
For those who prefer a unified storage space, the removable divider allows the pack to function as one expansive compartment.
The side pockets, ingeniously angled towards the user, enable swift access to water bottles without the need to remove the backpack.
Touted for its versatility, the internal hydration sleeve accommodates most water bladders, catering to those who favor hydration reservoirs.
The hip belt pockets, capacious enough for an average-sized smartphone, feature durable ripstop nylon and secure zip closures.
The lid of the Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack serves as a capacious brain, equipped with a large zippered pocket.
Capable of accommodating items such as an insulated jacket, maps, and miscellaneous essentials, the lid is directly sewn onto the pack.
It’s worth noting that, when the pack reaches full capacity, the lid may sit at a slight angle atop the main compartment.
Additionally, the exterior front pocket, fashioned from the same robust material as the pack body, deviates from the conventional stretch mesh design. While stretch fabric is favored for its convenience, the durability of the chosen material ensures longevity and resilience.
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Weight-to-Volume Ratio
The Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack registers a weight of 900 grams. While it doesn’t claim the title of the lightest pack in our trials, it certainly doesn’t fall into the heavyweight category either.
Boasting a generous overall capacity of 50 liters, this pack distinguishes itself with one of the more favorable weight-to-volume ratios among the models we assessed.
Crafted from recycled nylon material, the pack’s body, while not the lightest available, surpasses some of the lighter pack fabrics in durability.
Provides strong defense against rocks and thorns, ensuring reliability, though not the lightest option.
Adjustability
The Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack offers commendable adjustability, albeit without the provision for adjusting the torso length. Offers two sizes and versatile features for a comfortable fit, catering to both men and women.
The versatility of the hip belt is a notable highlight, accommodating a broad spectrum of hip circumferences.
Although the torso length remains fixed, the pack’s design allows for fine-tuning to suit a variety of body types, presenting a more extensive range of torso lengths compared to many budget backpacking alternatives.
In our measurements, we determined that:
Waist Belt Range:
- Spans a considerable range
- Accommodates hip circumferences from 28 to 62 inches
Adaptability:
- Wide spectrum in hip belt width
- Sets Mount Track Altitude apart
- Showcases adaptability in fitting diverse body shapes
Sternum Strap:
- Easily adjustable
- Crucial for women
- Ensures hassle-free up-and-down adjustment
Customizability:
- Fully customizable in length
- Caters adeptly to an array of women’s chest sizes
Tailored Fit:
- Underlines the backpack’s commitment
- Provides a tailored and accommodating fit
Should You Buy?
Undoubtedly, the Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack stands out as an exceptional bargain. It incorporates all the essential features one desire in a backpacking pack.
- A budget-friendly option for women’s backpacking packs.
- Demonstrates strong performance across all metrics in our testing
- Surprisingly affordable given the extensive features it incorporates
- Durable investment for years of trail use and backcountry nights.
Alternative To Mount Track Altitude 50 laptop Backpack
If you desire a comprehensive backpack equipped with numerous external pockets and a breathable mesh trampoline back panel, the TriPole Walker 65 Backpack is worth exploring.
If you lean towards a lighter option but aren’t a fan of the roll-top design, the Trunkit Adventure Series 55 could be a suitable choice.
For those seeking a backpack boasting significant adjustability and robust features, the TRAWOC 60 Trekking Rucksack is certainly worth consideration.