Montane Gecko VP 20+ Vest Pack

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Montane says:

Built to be worn not carried this ergonomically fitted, body hugging vest pack is as secure as a Gecko! An unrivalled large load carrying construction with a multitude of storage options accessible on the move, the Gecko VP 20+ is the ultimate multi-day running vest pack.

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- Reviewed by BasecampGear

• Montane FREELIGHT Chassis vest 
• Unique lower ACTIVE Strap for secure harness closure and quick release 
• 2 minimalist stretch chest straps with multiple attachment points
• Multiple easy access harness pockets for food, hydration and essential kit 
• 2x 500ml Montane UltraFlasks™ included 
• Compatible with Montane UltraFlasks™, SoftFlasks™, Straws and Hydration bladders 
• Zipped main compartment with an accessible top stretch lid pocket 
• Side wand pockets 
• Top tension straps and side compression, adjustable on the move
• Spare bungee for external storage or compression 
• Internal key clip and removable whistle 
• Multiple pole attachment points
• Stability control construction
• Activities: Trail Running / Fastpacking

• Medium (including bottles) weighs: 386g
• Large (including bottles) weighs: 444g
• x2 bottles weigh: 70g

Unisex VIA Packs/Vests Sizing

• Small chest: 76-92cm / 30-36in
• Medium chest: 88.5-102cm / 35-40in
• Large chest: 99.5-114.5cm / 39-45in
• Maximum dimensions (cm): 50 (H) / 23 (W) / 20 (D)

Material

• RAPTOR Cross Lite 70 Denier fabric 
• RAPTOR Flex 4-way 40:30 stretch pockets
• CONTACT Air Mesh Plus on harness
• POLYGIENE® permanent odour control