For many years, I have know of the Kelty packs made of Spectra.
I finally bought one. This page is a collection of everything I can find
about the Kelty spectra packs. There are some files I have downloaded from
Kelty. There are some old web pages, saved by archive.org, and presented here.
Some old web pages are missing pictures. This is not an oversight on my part,
the pictures simply weren't saved by archive.org.
There are some pages from old catalogs that I have kept over the years. If
anyone has some info that isn't here, I would appreciate a copy if it to add
to the modest data presented here. I would really appreciate old
catalogs describing the Kelty Spectra packs. I put the catalog scans at the
bottom of the page, as they are a bit on the large side for some.
For those long (and often extreme) alpine trips. The lightest
and toughest expedition pack ever created. The insanely strong and
light Spectra fabric (pound for pound ten times stronger than
steel) and aircraft aluminum alloy stays laugh at heavy loads and
alpine abuse.
Color:
White with gold webbing
Size:
Regular, Large, Extra Large
Weight:
Reg: 4 lb
Lg/XL: 4 lb, 1 oz
Volume:
5500 cu in each
Suspension 7001-T6 aircraft aluminum stays and HDPE
suspension panel Additional horizontal rib stay to cup your back and
prevent pack roundout CobraCut shoulder straps anatomically distribute the
load Load lifter, side stabilizer, and sternum straps provide
stability and freedom Conical waist belt distributes weight comfortably, but
doesn't get in the way of a harness
Packbag Side pockets have ski slots behind them Top pocket converts to a fanny pack Two quick release ice axe holders positioned so you can
get your axe while wearing the pack Clip loops on shoulder and belt straps Dual ice tool holsters on lower sides can also carry
crevasse rescue gear Rope lashing and compression straps
High alpine ascents and descents. The Cloud is lighter
and smaller in capacity than the Phantom. The same Spectra fabric
(pound for pound five times stronger than Kevlar) gives it the same
strength and durability. It's a perfect size for skiing trips and
super alpine ascents.
Color:
White with gold webbing
Size:
Regular, Large
Weight:
Reg: 3 lb, 1 oz
Lg: 3 lb, 2 oz
Volume:
Reg: 3655-4050 cu in
Lg: 3960-4355 cu in
Suspension 7001-T6 aircraft aluminum stays and HDPE
suspension panel CobraCut shoulder straps anatomically distribute the
load Load lifter, side stabilizer, and sternum straps provide
stability and freedom Conical waist belt distributes weight comfortably, but
doesn't get in the way of a harness
Packbag Two quick release ice axe holders positioned
so you can get your axe while wearing the pack Clip loops on shoulder and belt straps Dual ice tool holsters on lower sides can also carry
crevasse rescue gear Rope lashing and compression straps
Designed for cold weather, ultralight trips, the Cloud easily
carries 40+ pound loads comfortably when used with the LightBeam
frame, ISO pad belt, and Load Lifter straps.
Constructed with Spectra fabric that is ten times stronger than
steel,and sewn together with a Kevlar combination thread, the white
packs are the lightest extreme packs around. The white packs offer
the ultimate choice for the minimalist backpacker: complete
customization. Every ounce in the white packs can be accounted for
with the "only-carry what-is-necessary" option of providing the
wearer with the option of adding or removing every pack feature as
they see fit. Customizing components include: € LightBeam
frames and plastic framesheet € interchangeable web and padded
foam waistbelts € side pockets € shovel/crampon pouch
€ gear and ice axe loops € side and center compression
straps
Frame:
LightBeamTM frame with HDPE base and transitsok
Fabric:
Spectra
MSRP:
$575.00
Phantom
The ultimate Denali pack. For extended winter mountaineering
adventures. Alpinists can now haul their heavy winter gear without
adding weight to their load.
Special features • Lightest, strongets packs available. •
Spectra fabric is 10 times stronger than steel. • Customized
component system.
A tough, lightweight pack
designed for ultralight trips of any length. Kelty's Cloud
backpacks are the toughest, lightest mountaineering packs on the
planet.
7001-T6 aircraft aluminum stays and HDPE
suspension panel
Vapor
Cloud
