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A BACKPACK THAT MOVES WITH YOUR BODY, INSTEAD OF AGAINST IT.

Mountain Hardwear's innovative Exodus frame is the first pack to provide excellent mobility and stability without restrictive tension. Our patented Fit-Lockâ„¢ harness and waist belt custom contour to the user's body and the stabilizing U-Bar controls the load without limiting range of motion. Pivoting joints on the waistbelt allow the frame to move with the body, maintaining exceptional control and balance.

The Exodus Difference:

Controls Load Without Restricting Mobility

Traditional frames rely on tension and compression to stabilize the load, but typically increase pressure on the upper body and reduce mobility.

Unlike other packs on the market, the Exodus frame controls the load without pinning the body to the pack, which can limit range of motion.

1. U-BARâ„¢: The proprietary U-Bar increases load control and balances the weight across the shoulder harness C-Curve yoke frees the shoulders and increases range of motion through the arms and torso. 2. FIT-LOCK HARNESS & WAIST BELT: Foam padding contours to each user's unique body shape, then a stiffening overlay secures the custom shape in place to avoid constant readjustment. 3. PIVOTING WAIST BELT: Stays put on the hips and allows the frame to pivot with the torso. As the user's posture changes, the frame moves with the body, maintaining balance and load control. Pivoting design also allows a more natural, upright body position.

THE MOTIVE AND CRUISER FRAMES: WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

MOTIVEâ„¢ FRAME The Motive frame is designed for backcountry and off trail use. Motive's free-floating design provides unrestricted mobility for medium weight loads and technical activities. Target User Users engaging in activities that require unrestricted mobility?- Cross country and off trail hikers, skiers, canyoneers, climbers Traditional trail oriented backpackers Users carrying medium loads (ideal load 20 to 40 pounds) Technically oriented, want the most advanced equipment available Motive Packs Maestro and Harrier, Men's Virtuosa and Kite, Women's

CRUISERâ„¢ FRAME The Cruiser frame is designed for traditional backpacking and trail-oriented use. The Cruiser's additional center stay attachment provides more leverage for excellent support with heavier loads. Target User Backpackers and through hikers Users planning multi-day trips with larger loads (ideal load 35 to 60 pounds Technically oriented, want the most functional, comfortable equipment available Cruiser Packs Solitude, Men's Bliss, Women's