The 5400 Porter is designed for explorers that want to do all the things. With added capacity for clothing, dry suits, additional days’ worth of food, or supplementary equipment like boats, paddles, or ropes, this pack is crucial for the multi-est multisporter. Ideal for four-season, extended trips into the backcountry where resupply points aren't available and/or bulkier cold weather gear is required
We designed the Porter for the expert ultralight backpacker or climber who moves fast, goes far and travels light. It’s ideal for shorter-duration adventures, where you’re sharing gear with your partner. Made from 100% waterproof Dyneema® Composite Fabrics (formerly Cuben Fiber), this backpack is highly durable and weatherproof. Use it with our Stuff Sacks for a nearly perfect waterproof kit.
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DURATION
7+ Days
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TERRAIN
Any
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ACTIVITY
Expeditions + Packrafting
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SWEET SPOT
Alaska
WHY CHOOSE THE 5400 PORTER?
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Designed for the ultralight explorer who moves fast, goes far, and travels light with gear needs for a variety of activities
WATERPROOF MATERIALS
Pair with our Stuff Sacks for a buttoned up, nearly waterproof kit
DAISY CHAINS
Four external, vertical daisy chains for attaching a Porter Stuff Pocket, Porter Water Bottle Holders, or extra gear for trip-specific customization. Ability to stow two ice axes on daisy chains
FEATURES
IDEAL USES
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DURATION
7+ Days
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TERRAIN
Any
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ACTIVITY
Expeditions + Packrafting
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SWEET SPOT
Alaska
SPECS & DIMENSIONS
- MaterialsDCH150 (Body) + DCHW (Bottom)
- Internal Volume85L
- Weight3.06lbs
- Load CapacityUp to 60 lbs
- Back Width10.5" | 26.7cm
- Height (Fully Unrolled)40.8" | 103.6cm
- Top Circumference48.5" | 1123.2cm
- Bottom Circumference40.5" | 102.9cm
WHY CHOOSE THE 5400 PORTER?
BLANK CANVAS
Designed for the ultralight explorer who moves fast, goes far, and travels light with gear needs for a variety of activities
WATERPROOF MATERIALS
Pair with our Stuff Sacks for a buttoned up, nearly waterproof kit
DAISY CHAINS
Four external, vertical daisy chains for attaching a Porter Stuff Pocket, Porter Water Bottle Holders, or extra gear for trip-specific customization. Ability to stow two ice axes on daisy chains
FEATURES
Backcountry Adventures, Packrafting
/November 9, 2017
Backcountry Adventures, Packrafting
/June 22, 2018
Holy Backpack, Batman!
"Porter" implies a big, empty sack that can store things well over your head. The 5400 is just that. For a Scout event, I carried 50 pounds about a mile. No problem with seams or straining. The straps weren't an issue. I attached a Hyperlite carabiner to each of the four loops to improve versatility (it will hold clothing clips, for instance). If you fill beyond 9 inches or so from the top, you won't be fully successful using the roll top and Y-strap.
Because there is only one pocket, I would recommend color-coded, stuff- and dry sacks for everything. Reaching into a bag that's 4 feet deep is not fun; you pretty much have to pour the contents out if what you're searching for is not on the top.
My load: 2 tents (3 lbs, 5 lbs), REI camping chair (12 lbs), three 20° sleeping bags (4 lbs each), 3 sleeping pads (6 lbs total), 1 sleeping pillow, 1 bag liner, 6L of clothes in dry sack ( 11 lbs total).
That perfectly fit into the 5400 Porter with the camping chair sticking out a foot. I'm 5'8" and ordered a medium which fit perfectly. The balance is excellent. The only disadvantage compared to an exterior frame is the amount of space in the back, so you get a little sweaty. Do not wear with cotton. Use a merino wool or synthetic top.
The Dyneema fabric is completely waterproof under normal conditions.
Great backcountry ski bag
In AK some of the approaches to good skiing base camps are 15-30 miles and to have a 3lb 85 liter bag to carry camp in is awesome. On these trips every lb counts so the lighter the better. It has plenty of room for camp gear and ski gear. The weather proofness of the bag keeps your mind at ease if it starts snowing or raining. I highly recommend this bag for long trips in any conditions.
Quality construction and engineering
Sometimes when you get a new piece of gear you can just tell.. this is something I’m going to use forever. Was blown away at the simplicity, materials, and functionality of this pack. A+ guys!
Excellent, but there are complaints about the quality
I bought this bag in summer 2018. I started using it in the fall ... After two exits, I noticed that the inner waterproofing tapes were peeling off ... I turned to the company with a claim ... they offered to send a bag for repair or send a tape for self-repair .... I chose the latter. With this backpack I made a solo ascent to the top of Lhotse (8516m) in spring 2019)
5400 Porter backpack 🤩
This backpack is absolutely amazing! So much space, and so light really, the qualities is amazing it’s so stabil so good to use and just perfect for longer hiking trips with staying outside for a while!
I can definitely recommend the Backpack and Hyperlitemountain Gear!
The Support from Tyson is amazing and so so fast! He helps you always with everything in the right way, by the way thanks for this ;)!
For shure I buy again here the price is high but the product definitely worthy! 🙃
Greetings from Germany