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Durston Kakwa 55 (2025) vs Forclaz MT900 UL 50+10

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Durston Kakwa 55 (2025) is the lighter option — 30 g lighter than the Forclaz MT900 UL 50+10 (3% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Durston Kakwa 55 (2025) Forclaz MT900 UL 50+10
Weight 850 g · 0.850 kg · 1.87 lb 880 g · 0.880 kg · 1.94 lb
Brand Durston Forclaz
Category Backpack Backpack
Durston Kakwa 55 (2025)
850 g

55L ultralight thru-hiking pack in Ultra 200X fabric with tubular aluminum frame, carries up to 20kg comfortably.

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Forclaz MT900 UL 50+10
880 g

Decathlon ultralight thru-hiking backpack with 50+10L capacity, roll-top closure and removable components for paring down trail weight.

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Durston Kakwa 55 (2025) vs Forclaz MT900 UL 50+10: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Durston Kakwa 55 (2025) wins — at 850 g it is 30 g (3%) lighter than the Forclaz MT900 UL 50+10 (880 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

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