Backpack Ventilation Made in USA - Vaucluse Gear – Vaucluse Backpack Ventilation Gear

MAXIMIZE AIRFLOW. SWEAT LESS.

Ultralight Ventilation Gear. Made in USA.

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"Provides some much-needed airflow."

"Vaucluse is really the best and only option to boost airflow." ~ Backpacker.com

"The amount of ventilation it provides is unmatched."

"Feel refreshed from not having a soggy, sweaty back." ~ TheTrek.com

"It works."

"There was 5 to 10 times less quantity of liquid sweat in my T-shirt at the end of the hike." - BackpackingLight.com

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4.46 ★ (147)

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Exceeded expectations. Huge improvement.

Chad W.

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2 (Best Seller)

Awesome product

Garrett

2-Tone Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2

great

Pascal S.

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2 (Best Seller)

Works GREAT!

I was skeptical at first, but desperately wanted to find a way to stay cooler while on the trail. I only have to think about exercise before I start sweating. Nothing I tried really helped until this odd little pack frame. When I first got it, I thought: "What a flimsy bunch of plastic. This probably won't work. Lame!" BUT, I put the SUPER light-weight pieces together and gave it whirl. The difference was immediately noticeable. Things I noticed: (1) My pack stayed super light. (2) I could actually feel the breeze move through between my back and my pack, helping me keep cool. (3) The frame stayed in place.

Don't let the lightness and flexibility of the frame fool you. It is sturdy, comfortable, and actually does what it says. I am very pleased to have added this frame to my hiking gear. Worth it!

Holly L.

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2 (Best Seller)

Nice

haowen p.

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL1 (Original)

One of the best inventions to improve hiking I've come across!

Eric B.

Vaucluse Backpack Ventilation Gear

Love this thing! I have a Mountain Smith Zerk 25 pack that I use every morning for a 10 mile hike for weight loss. The pack has no rigid structure to it whatsoever, and worse, it has ZERO ventilation. At the End of every workout, my back would be drenched in sweat and the pack would smell like a locker room lol. With the frame attached, the pack now has some structure to it and rarely does it get stinky. Most importantly, my back stays relatively cool and not so sweaty. I'll be getting this for my other packs that don't have good ventilation. Thanks!!!

Eric B.

Mesh Sleeve for Ventilation Frame UL1

AWESOME. Incredible air flow on my Hyperlite Unbound 40 as compared with my many past experiences with my Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 with SitLight pad. The Hyperlite was ALWAYS dry. My shirt - Rab Force Hoody - did get damp, however it dried so quickly! NEVER did I experience swamp butt (as with Mariposa + SitLight), where so much sweat gathers that my shorts and underwear get soaked. NEVER happened with the Ventilation Frame!

Andy w.H.U.4.M.

Backpack Ventilation Frame Max UL3 (New)

The airflow was good on my Durston Kakwa 55. I have no complaints. Everything worked appropriately. The ventilation FRAME was comfortable. I really did not know it was back there.

Steve w.D.K.5.

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2 (Best Seller)

Easy to keep your ruck tight on your shoulders without the heat rash. Sturdy and firm, stays right in place. Wonderful addition to any backpack.

Ward K.H.

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2 (Best Seller)

Finally, peace came to my back.

The person who designed and made this should receive a Nobel Prize.

I really like it because it has a flexible yet sturdy structure.

I'm still breaking it in to fit my back, but it's very comfortable and cool.

mincheul k.

Backpack Ventilation Frame Max UL3 (New)

Great experience

Mark Y.

Vaucluse Backpack Ventilation Gear

Great piece of gear. Made my favorite backpack cooler and more comfortable. Gave it a frame like feel

Derek D.

Backpack Ventilation Frame Max UL3 (New)

Very good, works as described! Some small sections of the 2-piece frame get undone so get a few pokes but its probably from the battering bicycle ride in the streets

Anonymous

Mesh Sleeve for Ventilation Frame UL1

Early days of ownership but on the few hikes so far it's made a big difference in back sweat. Like on a few short hikes I was completely dry. Though I bought the sleeve as well I have used the frame without and have had no discomfort with a light load of ~5 lb. Easy to mount to my Hyperlight Daybreak 22. Will be a game changer for when summer kicks in.

HikerBob

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2 (Best Seller)

I had to switch my winter backpack recently , which had a hard frame on the back, which was great cause it pulled air between me and pack however I was getting a pressure point on my hip so I decided to try my other backpack but does not have air ventilation it is a vest style Mountainsmith zerk 24 which I love however my back is so hot and sweaty. I remember listening to the SLASR podcast talking about the vaucluse air ventilation attachment for packs without it, and I decided to give it a go it’s affordable, so why not no harm in trying something I am so HAPPY that I did. I have gone onto two pretty decent hikes in the white mountains are ready and I didn’t think about my back sweating once, I didn’t feel it either. It works great with my pack. I’m so happy I made this purchase. I also like the idea that I could take the mesh covering off and wash it instead of having to wash my whole pack when it does get a little smelly. Obviously it’s not gonna stop sweat completely, but it helps tremendously. 👍👍

Vicky

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL1 (Original)

It works so well keeping my husbands oxygen concentrator off his back - he could not do the things he does without your ventilation frame and sleeve. He has had to modify it slightly (make it shorter) but it has been a blessing. We are thankful - We hope you are taking the opportunity to sell to folks who have portable oxygen concentrators! we are happy to be testimonials for your company!

Sharon W.

2-Tone Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2

Switched my pack to Vest style because my metal frame pack was hitting the back of my hip and touching a nerve. However, the vest pack was creating a lot of back sweat. I remember listening to SLASR podcast and always mentioning an external air divider to help with ventilation on a backpack. I decided to give it’s a girl and I’m very happy with my purchase. It was super easy to install. It’s very comfortable to wear didn’t even realize it was back there and it helped tremendously with my overheating back.

Vicky

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2 (Best Seller)

Honestly the idea is there but i feel like they could of 3D printed a frame that is more comfortable on your back. Just get sweaty while you hike your outdoors

Kyle

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2 (Best Seller)

No issues. Easy access to discounts.

Chad W.

Vaucluse Backpack Ventilation Gear

Exceeded expectations. Huge improvement.

Chad W.

Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2 (Best Seller)

Awesome product

Garrett

2-Tone Backpack Ventilation Frame UL2

great