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Evolved Supply Co The Ranger 40L vs Zpacks Nero Classic 40L

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

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Spec Evolved Supply Co The Ranger 40L Zpacks Nero Classic 40L
Weight 444 g · 0.444 kg · 0.98 lb
as listed (single size)
 308 g · 0.308 kg · 0.68 lb
40L, standard straps, no belt
Brand Evolved Supply Co Zpacks
Category Backpack Backpack
Evolved Supply Co The Ranger 40L
444 g

Frameless ultralight backpack from recycled plastic water bottles. Base pack weighs 16oz with all essentials: roll-top, pockets, and trash hole.

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Zpacks Nero Classic 40L
308 g

Frameless ultralight pack in 30L or 40L, built from Dyneema CF fabric. One of the lightest load-carrying packs available for thru-hiking.

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Evolved Supply Co The Ranger 40L vs Zpacks Nero Classic 40L: which should you buy?

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