But Kuiu’s gear targets mainly hunters who may find themselves carrying parts of their prey. But carbon fiber is an attractive material for frames because it’s incredibly light; it’s often found, too, in race cars and high-end bicycles. The difference in frame construction means the pack can handle 150 pounds of gear, Hairston claims, up from the 100 pounds that represents the limit of Kuiu’s current Ultra backpack. The frame is made of carbon fiber, which means it’s light and sturdy. Now, one of these technologies is coming down to earth in the form of a backpack frame.

Source: Washington Post June 30, 2016 17:26 UTC