Atlas Athlete Pack - Features and Updates Detailed

Deep dive into the features and functionality for the Athlete Packs. Think about the information on this page relative to your needs and usage. My goal here is to be factual and helpful and have spared you the marketing nonsense. Please read through this page if you are planning to purchase the Athlete Pack. Thanks!

GRAB BAG TOP HANDLE

Thick and heavy duty grab bag top handle is a pleasure to use. Designed to stand-up well and be ready when you need to grab your pack. Rubber cover can be heated and repaired should it get any scratches or gouges.

TOP LID MOLLE

In addition to the MOLLE loops on the hip belt, a set of loops has been added to the top lid.

OVERBUILT ADJUSTABLE SHOULDER HARNESS

The Athlete Pack includes a sewn-in shoulder harness with a torso length based on frame height. The straps are well cushioned and very comfortable. They break in quickly and feel great on bare skin.

SIDE ACCESS

Side-Access to the front side of the Athlete Pack. At this position you are right above the top of the Origami fold. This side zipper (YKK Aqua Guard with sealed seams) has been added on the right side of the pack. The main benefit of this zipper means you don't have to open the front lid to get to the front of your pack. Super helpful.

SMALLER | TONAL ATLAS LOGO

The ATLAS logo on the front of the pack is significantly smaller and the
colorway is tonal. You can expect the logo to fade out in the shadows
and be somewhat visible in direct light.

SIDE POCKET DUMP POUCHES

Tucked away in the side pouches that connect the belt to the pack are a set of dump pouches. Hidden away in the side pouches (the flaps that help connect the belt to the pack) are a set of secret dump pouches. Great for lenses, water bottles, cell phones, snacks, etc... For the GEN2 packs the much requested elastic draw-string has been added.

TRIPOD / WATER SIDE POCKETS

The side pockets of the Athlete Pack (used for water bottles and
tripods) have undergone a ignificant change. The bottom 1/3 of the
pocket has a split layer that reinforces and protects against wear and tear from both inside and outside the pocket. It's important to note that there is a slight loss in flexibility due to the change in design, however users can expect the usage to be much improved.

LOOPS, LASH AND HOOK ON

A full set of lash loops running down the front of the pack along with a set of loops for connecting ice axes, skis, snow shoes, runs down the front of the pack. On the Adventure Pack this feature is new to the GEN2 packs. The underside of the pack include loops for sleeping bags.

FEATURES BREAKOUT

A set of video clips that showcase a feature or functionality

DETAILED VIEW OF CONSTRUCTION AND BUILD QUALITY

DETAILED VIEW OF THE MOLLE WEBBING ON THE TOP LID - There is also MOLLE webbing on the underside, works great for first aid kits.

HOW THE FRONT / TOP OF THE PACK CINCHES AND THE MAIN BRAIN / TOP LID CLOSES OVER THE TOP

DETAILED VIEW SHOWING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE PACK AND THE BELT - Make sure this piece and webbing and buckles are good and tight!!

DETAILED VIEW OF THE ADVENTURE BELT - Take note of the mesh inner lining and level of cushion.

SIDE POUCHES THAT CONNECT THE HIP BELT TO THE PACK - These will tuck away behind the lumbar when not in use.

WATER BLADDER TUBE ROUTING - On the Athlete Pack there is a slot on the back of the back between the shoulder blades.

DETAILED VIEW FROM THE INTERIOR OF THE FRONT TO OUT

ATTACHING ACCESSORIES - The Cargo Net connects to the x4 side compression straps and is easily able to secure and transport heavy, awkward and delicate loads.

DETAILED VIEW OF PACK INTERIOR SHOWING STANDARD HEIGHT FRAME INSTALLED AND SECOND SET OF FRAME FLAPS CONSTRUCTION BELOW > ONLY ON LARGE ATHLETE PACK

TETHERED RAINCOVER POCKET - A Raincover is included with the purchase of a pack.

BLACK PACK 360 WITH ABOUT 30 LITERS

GRAY PACK 360 WITH ABOUT 30 LITERS

YELLOW PACK 360 WITH ABOUT 30 LITERS

PASS-THROUGH ZIPPER (ONLY ON LARGE TORSO)

X2 WEATHERPROOF WATER REPELLENT COATING

CAMERA ACCESS VIA THEW BACKPANEL

BIG GRAB BAG HANDLE

SET OF SMALL INNER BACKPANEL POCKETS FOR SMALL THINGS ON LARGE TORSO

SINGLE LARGE INNER POCKET ON BACKPANEL FOR SMALL THINGS ON LARGE TORSO

ATHLETE PACK REVERSED OUT SHOWING LAPTOP SLEEVE

THE TOP FOLD HAS AN INCREDIBLE AMOUNT OF TENSION

DETAILED VIEW OF THE INTERIOR SEWING AND CONSTRUCTION

DETAILED INTERIOR VIEW SHOWING WATER BLADDER VELCRO HANG-TAG AND ROUTING FOR TUBE

DETAILED VIEW OF INTERIOR SEWING AND CONSTRUCTION AROUND LAPTOP SLEEVE

REVERSED OUT PACK WITH 16" MACBOOK IN SLEEVE

ATHLETE PACK ORIGAMI CAMERA CORE (TM)

CAMERA GEAR IS STORED IN THE BACK AND ACCESSIBLE VIA A SECURE BACKPANEL ZIPPER. TO ADJUST THE SPACE FOR CAMERA GEAR SIMPLY PUSH AND PULL THE LITTLE TAB TUCKED IN THE TOP FOLD. THIS IS OUR PATENTED ORIGAMI CAMERA CORE (TM). ON THE ATHLETE PACK IT'S A SINGLE FOLD THAT SHIFTS ABOUT 3 LITERS OF SPACE

This video shows the same action from the perspective of the Athlete Pack reversed inside out.

ATHLETE PACK: Features and Functionality Detailed

IMPROVED BLADDER STORAGE
A new top access (on the inside of the pack) allows for access to the water bladder chamber in addition to zipper access from the side.
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*New for 2022
NEW COLORWAYS
The 2022 Athlete Pack is available in a total of three colorways. A new gray-gray colorway in additional to the prior black and yellow colorways with small updates.
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*New for 2022
SUBTLE TONAL ATLAS LOGO
The ATLAS logo on the front has been updated from the GEN1 Packs. The updated logo is both smaller and the colorway is tonal. You can expect the logo to fade out in the shadows and be somewhat visible in direct light.
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**updated for GEN2
THICK 10MM DIVIDERS
Easily the best dividers on the market. Designed to spoon your camera gear and distribute the weight.
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A full set of 15 dividers is included as part of the purchase of your pack.
HIP BELTS: MOLLE
The hip belts have been updated to include MOLLE loops as well as sleeping bag/pad loops. All hip belts work with all packs.
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A hip belt is included with the purchase of your pack.
TOP LID MOLLE
In addition to the MOLLE loops on the hip belt, a set of loops has been included to the top lid.
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**new for GEN2
LAPTOP SLEEVE
Lap sleeve as shown on a reversed out Athlete Pack | For 2022 the material have been updated to a softer felt on both the inside and outside of the sleeve. Fits laptops up to 16" wide and 1" deep. No change to the size or location of the laptop sleeve. If you come up with a better spot for the laptop LMK!
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*Updated for 2022
ICE & SNOW LOOPS
A full set of loops for connecting ice axes, skis, snow shoes, runs down the front of the pack. On the Adventure Pack this feature is new to the GEN2 packs.
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**new for GEN2
RAIN COVER
The size of the Adventure Pack raincover has been increased for the GEN2 packs and is larger by 25%. This better accommodates the coverage of tripods when the pack is loaded out.
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**updated
NON-CAMERA SIDE-ACCESS
A new side zipper (YKK Aqua Guard with sealed seams) has been added on the right side of the pack. When open, this zipper provides the user with full access to the CAMPING side of the pack. More details to come.
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*New for 2022

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ATHLETE PACK: Features and Functionality Detailed

SIDE POCKET DUMP POUCHES
Tucked away in the side pouches that connect the belt to the pack are a set of dump pouches. For the GEN2 packs the much requested elastic draw-string has been added.
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*Updated for GEN2
SECOND SET OF FRAME FLAPS
Only available on the large size Athlete Pack. A smaller set of frame flaps for an optional travel frame to bring the height of the down approx. 2" / 5cm.
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*New for 2022
YKK ZIPPERS & PULLS
The Athlete Pack is now fully YKK. All of the buckles have been updated as well as small changes to zippers.
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*New for 2022
INTERIOR LOOPS
Loops have been added along the inside of the pack to allow for the
attachment of a new line of accessories for both Athlete and Adventure GEN2 Packs. The Athlete Pack is shown in the photo above.
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*new for GEN2
TRIPOD / WATER SIDE POCKETS
The side pockets (used for water bottles and tripods) have undergone a significant updates. The bottom 1/3 of the pocket has a split layer that reinforces and protects against wear and tear from both inside and outside the pocket. It's important to note that there is a slight loss in flexibility due to the change in design, however users can expect the usage to be much improved.
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*updated for GEN2
NEW DIVIDERS SIZES
The standard set of dividers now includes a new "mid-lense" size and there is an optional full-length divider. Great for big glass like the 200-600.
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*New for 2022
DRAINAGE GROMMET
In addition to the new fabrics, the stretch side pockets also have grommets for drainage.
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*New for 2022
OVERSIZED GRAB BAG TOP HANDLE
One of the best features about the Adventure Pack are the handles. The big style grab bag handle makes the pack so much easier to grab. And if need be, the heat shrink on the outside can be reheated and repaired. Over time you will find it may get some scratch or even gouges that can be smoothed out with a little flame! *Athlete handle shown in photo.
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*updated for GEN2
UPDATES TO FRAME SLEEVE
The construction of the frame sleeve has been changed to allow for the connection of accessories such as the Origami Insert (as shown here)
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*New for 2022
FRONT OF PACK LOOPS
The front of the Adventure Pack now includes a set of lash loops that run the full length of the pack.
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*New for 2022
REMOVABLE FRAME
Removing the frame allows for an even smaller setup should you need. Especially helpful if you need to squeeze your pack in to a tight area.
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**Athlete Pac
ATHLETE MEDIUM - NO PASS THROUGH ZIPPER
For 2022 the Athlete Pack in medium still does not have the pass-through zipper between the camera and camping. Sorry but just not enough room about the ATLAS logo.
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*Original Design
ATHLETE LARGE - PASS THROUGH ZIPPER
Only the large size Athlete Pack has the pass-through zipper between the camera and camping sections of the pack.
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*Original Design
INNER BACKPANEL POCKETS
The large Athlete Pack (as shown here) has a set of two small zippered pockets on the inside of the backpanel. The medium Athlete Pack has a single large size pocket.
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*Original Design
BIG MAIN BRAIN w/PASSPORT POCKET & NAME TAG
The Athlete Pack has a traditional style "main brain" top lid. For 2022 we kept the original design but made it better even better by adding MOLLE to the underside of the pocket.
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*Updated for 2022
REAR ACCESS CAMERA CORE
The Adventure Pack is a rear-access camera bag. Incredibly safe and secure. For 2022 we've updated the pullers to the latest and greatest from YKK.
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*Updated for 2022
PACK SIZING
The Adventure Pack is available in two pack sizes (MD for medium and LG for large). The size label for all pack is tucked into the seam for the right side hip pouch pocket.
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*Original Design
40 LITERS STUFF SACK SHELL
Tucked under all the wrinkles is a 40 liters 210D Double Rip Stock Weatherproof Shell. The top of the Athlete Pack includes a cinch sack top with draw-string closure.
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*Original Design
AIR FLOW MESH BACKPANEL
Updated the foam and tension for the mesh to improve circulation and pack comfort.
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*Updated for 2022