• Home
  • ABOUT THE SITE
  • HOW TO START CLIMBING
  • ALPS CLIMBING
    • Swiss Alps
    • Italian Alps
    • German Alps
    • Austrian Alps
    • Slovenian Alps
  • TENERIFE TOURS
    • Climbing Tours
      • Climbing Mt Teide
      • Climbing Pico Viejo Tenerife
      • From Vilaflor to Guajara
      • Guajara mountain
      • Magic Moments On Mount Teide
      • One afternoon on Teide
      • Teide mountain natural wonder
    • Hiking Tours
      • Almaciga – Benijo – Chamorga
      • Anaga Mountains Tenerife
      • Chamorga faro de Anaga
      • From Almaciga to Igueste
      • From Benijo to Roques de Anaga
      • From Chamorga to La Laguna
      • From Santa Cruz to Pico del Ingles
      • Igueste de San Andres – Playa Antequera
      • Ijuana Tenerife
      • Masca Valley Tenerife
      • Punta del Hidalgo to Santa Cruz
    • Tenerife Mountains – Hiking And Mountaineering
  • HUTS
  • ABOUT EQUIPMENT

Mountains For Everybody

Site about mountaineering, climbing and equipment, for those who love mountains

  • Outdoor Gifts Ideas
    • The Swiss Army Knife
    • Bialetti Espresso Maker
    • LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
    • Etekcity Water Filter
    • Etekcity Camping Stove
    • Casio Altimeter Barometer Thermometer Watch
  • Equipment Reviews
  • FAQs
  • Invitation for Guest Authors
  • Contact

Deuter Aircontact Lite 40 + 10 Backpack For Men

19/11/2018 by Jovo Leave a Comment


Deuter Aircontact Lite 40 + 10 backpack for men is from their new 2018 series, a lightweight pack with an excellent adjustable harness and a strong suspension system. 

Deuter Aircontact Lite 40 + 10 Backpack For Men.
Deuter Aircontact Lite 40 + 10 Backpack For Men.

Key features & benefits

  • Adjustable harness.
  • Bottom compartment.
  • Expandable collar.
  • Excellent padding.

Take a closer look.


What this is about

This new 2018 Aircontact Lite series includes several packs in the range 35 – 65 liters, with separate series for men and women; the latter have the letter SL in the name. So this Aircontact Lite 40 + 10 for men is in the middle of the series by its size.

This series should not be mixed with their ACT Lite packs that have been around for many years already. The same holds for their ACT Zero packs which are a different series.

This is an advanced series with a great comfort, breathable materials, and with zippers which you can use even with gloves. Now, how ‘lite’ this particular pack is you will be able to judge below when you see it side by side with some of its competitors. Note that the corresponding pack for women is the Aircontact Lite 35+10 SL. 

This is a top loading pack with a lid and collar. The number +10 in the name implies an expandable collar, so you have an extra 10 liters of volume when you need it. The lid is a floating type and it will adapt to such a configuration, see how it looks with the expanded collar:

This is the pack with an expanded collar.
This is the pack with an expanded collar.

The pack is with a separate bottom compartment and you have a divider with a zipper, so it is completely separated and not just a shelf with toggles what you can see in some even very expensive packs from the top brands. But you can keep it open and have one large compartment instead of two. 

This is a hydration compatible pack with an internal sleeve and a tube exit port in the middle. 


Who is it for

Size-wise, with the total capacity of 50 liters (with the expanded collar) this pack is perfect for overnight or weekend hiking and mountaineering tours. Note that it has the usual attachment elements (more below) so you can attach lots of stuff from outside.

Weight-wise, it weighs 3.7 lb (1680 g) so it is not an ultra-lightweight pack. When you see how well padded and durable this pack is, you realize why the weight. It is built to carry the load comfortably.


Overview of features

The suspension system

Deuter uses several different concepts in their suspension systems. So the one you have here is based on the idea that the pack remains close to the body. This makes it different from their famous trampoline style system used in the Futura packs, which I have been using for 15 years already.

So you have an X-shaped aluminum frame for stability and rigidity while remaining flexible, and to transfers the load to the hip belt. The picture below shows the central ventilation chimney and the padded sections on the sides. My guess is that this structure is behind the word Aircontact in the name of the pack. The padding is massive and this is an open cell foam with a hollow chamber inside.

When you carry such a pack you always feel those two foam pads on your back. So the feeling is quite different when I compare it with my Futura packs. I guess this is also dependent on the body shape.

You have an adjustable harness here. This is what they call the Vari Quick System, a ladder-type structure with a Velcro connection and a tab which wraps around a couple of the ladders which you choose, this all is visible in the picture above. I was just experimenting with its when I was trying this pack and can confirm it is very easy to do this. This system allows for the torso size in the range 15 – 20 inches. Note that there are no numbers or letters to guide you to fit your torso size, pity. See how it works:

The hip belt is with a massive dual density foam for stability and for cushioning, and these different sections are visible in the picture above. The belt allows some freedom of movement, much more than what you have in the Futura packs where the connection with the back of the pack is rigid.

This is an ergonomically cut, compact, ECL hip fins system that custom fit the hips, this means you have pads that precisely adjust to the hip and provide a comfortable hold of the load. The front straps are a pull-forward type, so you have a V-shape on both sides and when you pull you have a perfect hugging around your hip bones.

The pockets

There are 7 pockets in total, two are in the lid (one external and one underneath the lid), two zippered pockets on the hip belt, and two stretch mesh pockets are on the sides. On the front, you also have a large mesh stretch pocket, with a buckle on the top, so here you can store your gear needed on the go, and your wet stuff as well.

Attachment elements

This is what you have:

  • 4 loops are on the front, for a helmet holder (sold separately) or for any other item.
  • There are also 4 loops on the lid, so you can attach a solar cell charger.
  • You have dual loops for trekking poles on the bottom, paired with two bungee tie-offs higher on the pack.
  • There are two attachment loops on the bottom as well, the blue loops visible in the pictures. Two more in the same color are on the front, the mentioned bungee tie-offs are attached to them but you can still attach other things.
  • Dual compression straps are on each side of the pack. The lower you can pass through the stretch pockets to cinch the pack, or over the pocket to stabilize any item carried in it.
  • Note that there are no bottom compression straps; only the largest packs in the series have them. Pity.
  • For extra stability, on both sides of the hip belt, you have straps to cinch the belt and move it closer to the pack. 

Please see more in this video; it shows the mentioned bottom straps bit this is not available in this size:


Good and less good features

Here is my short summary:

Thumb up icon for pros - Eureka Copper Canyon 6 tent.

  • Adjustable & removable lid.
  • Adjustable suspension.
  • Top quality materials and workmanship.
  • Adjustable hip belt.

Thumb down icon for cons - Eureka Copper Canyon 6 tent.

  • No rain cover.
  • No bottom straps.

There is no rain cover in this series, pity. As mentioned above, the largest packs from this series do have bottom straps, see their 65 + 10 and 60 + 10 SL versions.

The price & rating

The Amazon price for this pack is around $133. So this is a really good price for such a quality pack. Being new on the market, it has received a limited number of reports on some sites but they are very positive. See how I rate it for several criteria which I use for all the packs in the site:

My rating breakdown of the Deuter Aircontact Lite 40 + 10 pack:
  • 8.6/10
    Volume/Weight ratio - 8.6/10
  • 9/10
    Features & bonuses - 9/10
  • 9.4/10
    Comfort - 9.4/10
  • 9/10
    Price - 9/10
9/10

Specifications

  • Weight: 3.7 lb (1680 g).
  • Volume: 2441 + 610 in³ (40 + 10 liters).
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 29.1 x 11.8 x 8.7 in (74 x 30 x 22 cm).
  • Torso fit: 15 – 20 in (38 – 51 cm).

Deuter Aircontact Lite 45 + 10 pack vs Competitors

Here I give two top quality packs from other renown brands so you can get some feeling about the features of this Aircontact Lite pack. As you see, it is not particularly lightweight, I would say it is quite standard. But it has a bottom compartment with a zipper, and a true divider inside with a zipper, and this all adds weight. Please follow the links to compare the prices.


Features

COMPARE PACKAGE FEATURES

Weight, lb (kg)

Volume, l

Adjustable harness

Access

Hip belt pockets

Rain cover

Metal frame

Bottom compartment

Side zippered pockets

Deuter Aircontact
40+10

$99

Payable Every Month

3.7 (1.68)

40 + 10

yes

top, bottom

2

no

yes

yes

no

check
on amazon

Mountainsmith
Mayhem 45 

$399

Payable Every Year

3.5 (1.58)

45

no

panel

2

no

yes

no

1

READ
MY REVIEW

Kelty Redwing
44 Tactical

$399

Payable Every Year

3.75 (1.7)

44

no

panel

no

no

yes

no

2

Read
my review


Final thoughts

The Deuter Aircontact Lite 40 + 10 backpack for men is a top quality item. It may look similar to the Futura packs when you see it from the front, but this is a completely different suspension system. This is a new series and it is here to stay for many years.

I already mentioned several other packs from this series, but if you still need something different please check my page with medium size backpacks. Check this Mountainsmith Approach 45 Backpack if you want a panel-loading type. If ventilation is essential, check this Osprey Rook 50 Backpack.

Take a closer look.

Note that I am not paid by the brand or related in any sense, so this is NOT a sponsored text. I only give my unbiased view of the product.

Thank you for reading. Please use the comment box below in the case of questions or comments. Have a nice day.


Filed Under: Backpacks, Mountain climbing equipment Tagged With: Deuter Aircontact Lite 40 + 10 pack, Deuter Aircontact Lite 40 + 10 pack review

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Choose the language

en English
en Englishja Japanesede Germanfr Frenchzh-CN Chinese (Simplified)ru Russianes Spanishnl Dutchko Koreanpt Portugueseit Italiansv Swedishno Norwegiansr Serbianpl Polishfi Finnishiw Hebrewda Danishcs Czechaf Afrikaanssq Albanianam Amharicar Arabichy Armenianaz Azerbaijanieu Basquebe Belarusianbn Bengalibs Bosnianbg Bulgarianca Catalanceb Cebuanony Chichewazh-TW Chinese (Traditional)co Corsicanhr Croatianeo Esperantoet Estoniantl Filipinofy Frisiangl Galicianka Georgianel Greekgu Gujaratiht Haitian Creoleha Hausahaw Hawaiianhi Hindihmn Hmonghu Hungarianis Icelandicig Igboid Indonesianga Irishjw Javanesekn Kannadakk Kazakhkm Khmerku Kurdish (Kurmanji)ky Kyrgyzlo Laola Latinlv Latvianlt Lithuanianlb Luxembourgishmk Macedonianmg Malagasyms Malayml Malayalammt Maltesemi Maorimr Marathimn Mongolianmy Myanmar (Burmese)ne Nepalips Pashtofa Persianpa Punjabiro Romaniansm Samoangd Scottish Gaelicst Sesothosn Shonasd Sindhisi Sinhalask Slovaksl Slovenianso Somalisu Sudanesesw Swahilitg Tajikta Tamilte Teluguth Thaitr Turkishuk Ukrainianur Urduuz Uzbekvi Vietnamesecy Welshxh Xhosayi Yiddishyo Yorubazu Zulu

My photo.Hi everybody and welcome to my site which I nurture with love and passion. Here I describe my own climbs and give reviews of equipment. I hope you will enjoy it. More about the site and about me here.


Categories


Cookies Statement

In this site we do not have any cookie tool. But we do use services by third parties that either use cookies or may be doing so, yet we do not have any control of it. This is covered in their privacy policies. For more details please check in our Privacy Policy page.


  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Affiliate Disclosure

My Most Memorable Tours

  • Magic Moments On Mount Teide Tenerife
  • Climbing Weissmies solo
  • Climbing Mount Fuji
  • Climbing Zugspitze solo
  • Lagginhorn my first 4000er

Recent Posts

What is Wrong with Deuter

What is Wrong with Deuter – Question Did Not Meet Guidelines

Exped Mira II HL Tent

Exped Mira II HL Tent – Top Quality & Lightweight

Exped SynMat 9 pad

Exped SynMat 9 Review – Insulated Inflatable Sleeping Pad

Deuter Futura 30 Review

Deuter Futura 30 Review – Excellent Ventilation

Big Agnes Bolten SL 20 Degree Sleeping Bag

Big Agnes Bolten SL 20 Degree Sleeping Bag – Stretchy & PrimaLoft

Affiliate Disclosure

I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. So when you buy something from this website, I may receive an affiliate commission. These are my opinions and are not representative of the companies that create these products. My reviews are based on my personal experience and research. I never recommend poor quality products, or create false reviews to make sales. It is my intention to explain products so you can make an informed decisions on which ones suit your needs best.

Categories

  • About mountains in general (21)
  • Austrian Alps (5)
  • FAQs (28)
  • freeze dried food (1)
  • German Alps (3)
  • Great mountain roads and passes (6)
  • Guest Author posts (1)
  • Hiking tours (11)
  • Huts and Shelters (8)
  • Italian Alps (20)
  • Mountain climbing equipment (678)
    • Backpacks (285)
    • Boots & shoes (34)
    • Camp stuff (16)
    • Clothing (64)
    • Gadgets (1)
    • Helmets & headlamps (22)
    • Sleeping bags and pads (65)
    • Tents and shelters (147)
    • Trekking poles (13)
    • Water filters & purifiers (22)
  • Slovenian Alps (11)
  • Swiss Alps (19)
  • Tenerife (19)
  • Uncategorized (4)

Copyright © 2019 · Metro Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in