Six Moon Designs Swift X Hiking Backpack

The award winning backpack designed with thru-hiking in mind.

The Swift X is a modern take on a time-tested design. Over 10 years ago, we designed the Swift. Ten years later, we’ve added some modern upgrades to create the Swift X. Constructed from lightweight, durable fabric, the Swift X joins our premium Zero-G line. This ultralight backpack’s simple, modular design means it easily configures to become your perfect pack for any adventure, be it a quick overnight trip or a calendar year triple crown.

The Swift X is designed to be lightweight, durable, and comfortable. Because we want the pack to be comfortable, the pack weight will vary depending on the configuration.

Configured as a Frame-less pack with Pack Bag and Shoulder Straps, The Swift X comes in at 27 oz. / 765 g.

In the Standard Configuration with added Stay and Hip Belt, and Flight Vest The Swift X weighs 38.8 oz. / 1100 g.

With the Vest Harness, you get additional stability in your load carrying and it brings the weight up to 40.2 oz. / 1151g.

Pack Organization
The Swift X provides ultimate functionality in a simple design. This ultralight backpack has a single roll-top main compartment that holds 41L with an additional 10L extension collar. A Y-strap secures the load top and provides a convenient and easy attachment point for a bear barrel.

Intentionally designed, the Swift X gives you easy access to snacks, your phone, maps, and all those little things you need to keep close at hand. You’ll find you won’t even have the need to take the pack off until you hit camp at the end of the day.

The side water bottle pockets are made from 4-way stretch woven mesh. They are designed so that you can grab items easily while on the go.

Inside the main compartment, there is a zippered pocket for your wallet to keep it safe and secure and easy to access at the first sign of a burger joint.

Versatility
The Swift X comes in a variety of configurations, so you can get the perfect fit for you and your needs. You can choose from a standard shoulder yoke or flight vest yoke. Each come in 2 sizes.

The Swift X also comes with a removable hip belt available in 3 sizes.

Between the adjustable torso length, removable hip belt, harness options, and removable Delrin Hoop Stay, The Swift X can be dialed in to your exact preferences. Each configuration ultimately changes the weight of the pack from 27 oz. at its lightest to 40 oz. at its heaviest.

While the material used in the Swift X is waterproof, the packs themselves are not waterproof. We recommend place waterproof stuff sack or pack liner in the backpack.

Suspension

• Frame Configuration

1. The Swift X features a Delrin Hoop Stay Frame. 

2. Delrin Hoop Stay Frame Features:

3. Transfers load to the hip belt

4. Makes carrying heavy loads more comfortable

5. Reduces pack snag

6. Increases load carrying capacity by ~10 lbs

7. Recommended Base Weight: 12 lbs / 5.5 kg

8. Maximum Weight: 35 lbs / 15.8 kg

• Frameless Configuration

1. The Swift X has the option to be configured without the use of the Delrin Hoop Stay Frame.

2. Frameless Features:

3. Decreases pack weight by 3 oz / 85 g

4. Great for fastpacking or super ultralight backpacking

5. Recommended Base Weight: 8 lbs / 3.5 kg

6. Maximum Weight: 25 lbs / 11kg

Harness Options

• Flight Shoulder Harness

1. Traditional backpack shoulder straps

2. Two 4-Way Stretch Pockets that hold 500ml soft bottles

3. Sliding sternum strap

4. Covers less torso area

5. Weighs ~2 oz less than vest harness

• Flight Vest Harness

1. Six points of suspension between the pack and user

2. Eliminates sway or bounce when walking or running

3. Transfers some of the load to your core

4. Helps to eliminate sores on your shoulders and hips

5. Helps to reduce back pain after long days on trail

6. Provides extra storage pockets and quick-access options

* Pack Components Configuration: https://youtu.be/bxKkUUbR3Ts

Features
• Adjustable Torso Length
• Three Shoulder strap Style options (Shoulder Harness, S-Curve or Vest Harness)
• Three Exterior Woven Pockets so you only have to unload your pack when its time to set up camp.
• Rear Pocket
• Two Side Pockets
• Breathable and Durable 4-way Stretch Material
• Large Shoulder Strap Pockets to keep things close at hand
• Removable Hip Belt
• Minimal Contact Back Panel
• Top Loading with Dry Bag Closure
• Internal Zippered Stash Pocket for your wallet and other small necessities
• Multiple Point Cord Compression System to keep your load stabilized no matter the size
• Single Ice Axe or Trekking pole attachment point
• Two layers of material in key point to strengthen the pack and prevent holes.
• Dual Hydration Ports
• Removable Hydration Bladder
• Sliding Sternum Straps on Vest and Shoulder Harness
• Delrin Hoop Stay for added support on those heavy load days.

Specifications:
GENERAL
Suspension: Flight Series
Torso Sizes: 16" - 22" |38 - 56 cm
Dimensions: 11"W X 7"D X 22"T
Maximum Load: 35 lb - 14 kg
Minimum Load: 15 lb - 5.5 kg or less
Volume: 56 L (Body41L + Extension Collar 10L + Exterior pocket 5L)
Weight: 1100g(Body 604g + Delrin Stay 85g + Shoulder Strap 227g + Hip Belt 184g)
Colors: Heather Grey, Blue
Country of Origin: Vietnam

MATERIALS
Pack Body: LiteSkin LS21 or X-pac VX21
Body Contact: 3D mesh
Pockets: Challenge Sailcloth Ultra Stretch

Product image/s and texts: Six Moon Designs