At Stitchback we believe that the best outdoor gear is the gear you make yourself.

Our CAD drafted sewing patterns can give you a jump-start on your next myog project. Build the pattern as is, or use it as a launching point and customize it to fit your needs. This listing is for a digital download of a PDF file that includes a full size pattern and instructions. The pattern is formatted to be printed on 8.5x11" paper.

*Note: this listing also includes a PDF of the pattern on 36"x48" pages for those who wish to print the pattern on a large format printer.

SKILL LEVEL: 5.10

Suitable for those confident in their sewing skills. Although this pack has been designed with simplicity in mind, it is still a relatively complex project, good for those with sewing experience.

DESCRIPTION:

The Stitchback Front Loader or "FL" is backpacking pack with volume of approximately 40 liters. A large zippered opening offers easy access to the main compartment. Small zippered pockets inside the front flap, and on top of the pack, allow for additional organization. The pack also features a spacer mesh back panel. These features make it heavier than our TH packs. But it is a good option for those who prefer the convenience of a zippered opening over the roll top opening of the TH, as well as the added comfort of the mesh back panel.

The pack as shown in the photos weighs 37 oz. without a frame sheet. The final weight of the pack depends largely on the types of fabrics and frame sheet used, so this weight is given as a reference only.

Although the Stitchback FL could be used as a frameless pack, it features both a supportive hipbelt and load lifter straps, making it best used with some kind of frame sheet. This could be a simple piece of foam, or a plastic frame sheet, and the pattern includes instructions for both.

The pattern also includes men's and women's specific hipbelts and shoulder straps, with instructions on how to customize the fit, and torso length.

FEATURES:

- Side water bottle pockets

- 4 side compression straps

- Optional bungee lashing system

- Removable ice axe / trekking pole loops and retainers

- Internal sleeve holds frame sheet & hydration bladder

- Optional hydration tube ports

- Lumbar pad

- Spacer mesh back panel

- Pattern for plastic and/or foam frame sheet

- Pattern for men's & women's hipbelt

- Pattern for men's & women's recurved shoulder straps

- Zippered main opening w/ pocket inside front flap

- Zippered top pocket

- Dimensions: approximately 11-1/2"w X 9"d X 24"t

This pattern contains the intellectual property of Stitchback DIY Trail Gear, and is protected by copyright. It may not be distributed, copied or reproduced without express written consent. See our Pattern Use Policy here.