Frost River Itasca Outset Daypack 430

Frost River Itasca Outset Daypack Backpack 430

The Itasca Outset Daypack from Frost River, designed without the padded sleeve, offers an array of features that enhance its versatility. Exterior attachment tabs expand your carrying capacity, transforming the Frost River Itasca Outset into a true carryall. Whether you need to attach key-rings, carabiners, cord, or barrels, the possibilities are endless for creating additional carrying options. The full-width main compartment zipper eliminates the need for rummaging through your pack. Frost River's zipper spans from the top almost down to the base, ensuring that even the deepest corners of your pack are easily accessible, shedding light on every item you carry. For comfortable carrying, the cotton web shoulder straps, a substantial 2.25 inches wide, provide ample support. These straps are equipped with leather attachment straps at the bottom, offering extra adjustability to tailor your carrying experience to your preferences.

Much like Lake Itasca feeds into the Mighty Mississippi, this Frost River Itasca Outset Daypack mirrors this openness by providing unhindered access to all your belongings. With a generous 15cm gusset, the Itasca Outset backpack prioritises accessibility and ample storage capacity. The sturdy zip closure not only ensures the security of your items but also extends generously down the sides of the bag, offering a wide, welcoming view of your pack's contents when unzipped. Unleash the full view of what's inside with a simple zip. On the front of the pack, two secure pockets offer swift access to smaller essentials, while multiple lash tabs grant you the freedom to customise the front panel according to your preferences. Inside, a padded sleeve stands ready to separate your belongings or offer safe haven to your laptop. For comfortable carrying, wide web backstraps provide both utility and elegance. Frost River's commitment to premium materials, handcrafted construction, and intelligent design culminates in a daypack that offers quick, convenient access to whatever you choose to carry. Crafted with care at Frost River in Duluth, Minnesota, where quality meets heritage.

The Story

In 1832, guided by an Anishinabe leader, the intrepid explorer Henry Rowe Schoolcraft reached the source of the Mississippi River. Drawing inspiration from the Latin words "veritas caput," which translate to "true head," he christened the Minnesota lake he discovered as "Itasca" – a name that has endured through time, as noted by the MN Department of Natural Resources.

To care for your waxed canvas use Martexin Waxed Canvas Conditioner.

MADE WITHOUT COMPROMISE FROM THE HIGHEST QUALITY COMPONENTS BY FROST RIVER WAXED CANVAS FROM FAIRFIELD TEXTILES
Martexin Original Wax is an authentic American product that has stood the test of time and has outfitted American workers, farmers, explorers, fighters and outdoorsmen for many generations. The Martin family has been involved in the dyeing and finishing of textiles in the United States since 1838. It is the best canvas available, and Frost River stands behind it.

LEATHER FROM SB FOOT TANNERY
The leather in the straps and reinforcements come from the SB Foot Tannery in Red Wing, Minnesota. In 1872, Silas Buck Foot began tanning leather to provide high grade footwear for fellow Minnesotans to stay warm in the winter. In 1905 the Foot family partnered with what will become Red Wing shoes. The partnership remains to this day.

RIVETED AND SEWN
The flapstraps on the canoe packs are double reinforced - riveted and sewn. The straps hold the pack closed and often bear the weight of the pack as it is lifted into and out of a canoe. They are relied upon and must hold, therefore Frost River ensures the security of the connection by both riveting and sewing it.

SOLID BRASS HARDWARE
All of the buckles, snaps, slides, and D-rings on Frost River packs and bags are solid brass. It matters because Frost Rivers’ products will outlast brass plating. Instead of turning steel grey the hardware will develop an old world brass patina. It’s the way it’s meant to be - and has a great sound.

DEERHIDE BUCKSKIN
Premium deerhide buckskin is used on Frost Rivers’ choppers, mitts and leather padded shoulder straps. It’s a supple, durable, and natural material that is sourced from wild deerhides taken during hunting seasons in the US. Most of the hides come from the Midwest. There will be some natural scars, scratches and imperfections in the leather. This is normal, and not a defect, adding character to Frost Rivers’ Reliable Softgoods.

• Pack: Standard
• Dimensions: 43cm H x 33cm W x 15.2cm D
• Volume: approx 22 Litres
• Weight: 1.7kg
• Colour: Tan
• Backstraps: 5.7cm cotton web straps
• Materials: 18 oz. waxed canvas, premium leather, solid brass hardware
• Manufacturer Number: 430 (Standard)
• Country of Origin: USA