Ferrino Torque 30 White Travel Backpack

Torque 30 White is a lightweight backpack from the premium Ferrino HighLab line, designed for active mountaineering and rock climbing. The main emphasis in developing the backpack was on combining low weight and high reliability without sacrificing comfort. The reliability of the backpack is achieved through the use of advanced materials (Cordura®, Hypalon®) and the best fittings (YKK, Duraflex). The low weight of the backpack is achieved due to the lightweight frame, removable hip belt and chest strap. The design with a removable belt is due to the use of the backpack together with the safety system. The main compartment of the backpack has an internal exhaust valve for volume adjustment, a partition for a drinking system, side fasteners for fixing trekking poles and avalanche equipment, as well as upper fasteners for attaching carabiners. The upper valve is equipped with a zippered pocket with a carabiner for keys, thanks to the sewn-in elastic straps and the central compression strap, the valve very tightly closes the main compartment. The elastic mesh side pockets are large enough to hold a two-liter flask. The top and side straps allow you to attach a wide range of additional gear to the backpack, such as a rope, skis, tent, etc. There are two attachments on the front, suitable for both trekking poles and an ice axe.

With more than a century of experience in the production of equipment for tourism, Ferrino does not rest on its laurels, continuing to dictate even higher standards of tourist equipment. For this purpose, in 1994 a special high-altitude laboratory was built to test products in real conditions. For decades, the company has been cooperating with outstanding climbers (such as Reinhold Messner), researchers, speleologists, who, using Ferrino products, conquered all the highest points of the planet, crossed 20,000 km of Antarctica on foot at extremely low temperatures down to -70 ° C, descended for 80 minutes into the very depths of the earth, into the Cueva de los Cristales cave, where at a temperature of + 58 ° C and 100% humidity a person could not previously stay for more than 20 minutes even in special equipment. Ferrino is rightfully proud of its achievements and ensures the quality and functionality of its products at the highest level.

The main difference of the HighLab line of products is that each model is tested for compliance with the required characteristics in real conditions. Especially for this purpose, in 1994 the company created a laboratory in the Monte Rosa mountain range (Alps) at an altitude of 3,585 meters, where prototypes, pilot samples and final products of Ferrino HighLab are tested year-round, in the most difficult and unfavorable conditions for humans. In parallel, product tests are carried out in various corners of the earth with the most difficult climatic conditions. These are the Himalayas and Karakorum mountain ranges, the Argentine Andes, the French Alps, the Mexican Naica caves, etc. Despite the fact that the products are tested by a team of professional climbers and researchers, anyone can visit the laboratory and take part in the tests of all new products. HighLab is a product for professionals, created from advanced materials, meeting the highest quality standards, and guaranteeing maximum functionality, convenience and reliability. All HighLab products come with a 3-year warranty.

ENSA (École nationale du ski et de l'alpinisme). Ferrino is the official supplier of the National School of Skiing and Mountaineering, located in Chamonix (France). This organization is engaged in the support and development of mountain sports, as well as the training of mountain guides, ski instructors and mountain rescuers. The Ferrino Torque 30 White backpack is an official ENSA product.

Technical specifications:

• Volume, l: 30
• Weight, kg: 0.93 (0.75 kg without removable frame, hip belt and additional straps)
• Dimensions, cm: 64x30x20
• Material: Double Diamond Cordura® 210D - one of the most durable and wear-resistant materials, yet lightweight and waterproof
• Color: White (white / black)
• Purpose: mountaineering, rock climbing, ski mountaineering, ski touring

Suspension and backrest system:

• Suspension System: Thermoformed Back System
• Frame: semi-rigid, removable, consists of a lightweight plastic panel, which, together with an elastic textile base, ensures uniform weight distribution, helps maintain correct posture when walking, while maintaining the lightness of the entire structure.
• Back: The ventilation channels of the polyurethane foam back of the backpack are made using the Thermoformed Back System method with a central insert made of soft polyurethane foam lining, covered with breathable mesh fabric.
• Shoulder straps: height-adjustable, anatomically shaped with soft polyurethane foam lining, covered with breathable mesh fabric, have elastic loops for fixing the hydration system tube.
• Hip belt: partially removable, adjustable tension
• Chest strap: removable, height adjustable with elastic insert and built-in whistle

Design features:

Breathable Back - this ventilation system provides excellent breathability of the backpack back, backpack shoulder straps and hip belt. Improved ventilation and air circulation occurs due to a special open cellular structure of the padding polymer material in combination with a durable mesh with a cellular structure.

Side Compression - the side compression straps of the backpack can be used to attach equipment such as a camping mat, trekking poles, skis to the sides of the backpack, which is very important when the internal space of the backpack is already occupied. Also, the compression straps can be used for their intended purpose to tighten and reduce the external volume of the packed backpack. This backpack is equipped with four straps with fastexes.

Front compression - a front compression strap that allows you to tightly close the backpack using the top flap, and if necessary, reduce the external size of the unfilled backpack. The strap is equipped with an aluminum hook that securely fixes and allows you to open the backpack very quickly. Under this strap, you can temporarily fasten a piece of clothing that does not fit into the backpack.

Rope holders - fasteners for the rope - these are five straps with fastexes, designed primarily for fixing the rope to the backpack. The central tie is placed on top under the flap of the backpack, and a pair of straps are placed on the sides of the backpack. Even if the rope is not used on a hike, the ties can be used as compression straps or for attaching small-diameter equipment, such as a mat or trekking poles. In this backpack, the rope holders are combined with ski mounts and side ties.

Materials:

• Double Diamond Cordura ® 210D - super strong polyamide fabric with a structure of chopped and twisted fibers coated with polyurethane, with a thread thickness of 210D, having a special pattern. Cordura is four times stronger than nylon and less susceptible to abrasion than regular nylon. The fabric does not absorb moisture and has a good level of water protection and is lightweight due to the moderate thickness of the thread. At the moment, the Cordura trademark is registered by Invista.

• Hypalon® - chlorosulfonated polyethylene. A long-life material patented by DuPont. It is exceptionally resistant to abrasion, tearing, scratching, UV radiation, low and high temperatures. It is used in backpack construction elements that are most often subject to stretching and are constantly in use.

• YKK zipper is a Japanese company - the world leader in the production of zippers. The company's production facilities are located in hundreds of factories in more than 70 countries. More than half of all branded zippers in the world are produced under the YKK brand. Today, as 80 years ago, the abbreviation YKK is synonymous with impeccable quality and long service life. This backpack is equipped with YKK zippers.

• Duraflex hardware - American company National Molding Corporation - the largest manufacturer of plastic fittings under the Duraflex brand, which is the standard for tourist equipment. Plastic fittings are made of durable polyamide 6.6, developed by Dupont. Products withstand significant mechanical and temperature loads and are almost eternal. This backpack is partially equipped with Duraflex fittings.

• Nifco hardware - the Japanese company Nifco is a well-known manufacturer of high-quality plastic fittings for the automotive industry and textiles. This backpack partially uses Nifco plastic fittings.

• ITW Nexus hardware is an Asian company specializing exclusively in the production of high-quality fittings for military ammunition, camping equipment and everyday textiles. Having released its first revolutionary buckle in 1977, ITW Nexus today, as a market leader, continues to produce hundreds of items of plastic fittings. This backpack is equipped with a plastic whistle ITX Nexus.

Equipment:

• Backpack

Manufacturer: Ferrino (Italy)

Warranty period: 3 years