40 Litre Framed Ultralight Backpack Sewing Guide
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Description
Sew your own commercial quality backpack with beginner friendly instructions.
“I can’t believe that is homemade”
A 40L backpack, following the design of modern ultralight packs: a large roll-top main compartment with multiple external, easy access, generously sized pockets. This example pack weights ~880g including the frame, which allows it to carry loads in excess of 15kg with ease.
This is the same tried and tested design that I use to occasionally make custom made packs for Prickly Gorse Gear.
40L+ capacity. The main compartment is approximately 35L, with 5L of side pocket volume, and variable additional storage depending on pocket options.
Built for you. The pattern scales to your torso length, and is not restricted to a maximum height like patterns found elsewhere. Build a pack custom to your body.
Ultralight backpack design. Varies with your fabric choices, but the example XPAC VX21 pack weights ~880g including the frame.
Multiple pockets which are optional if you prefer a streamlined bag.
Removable 4 inch wide padded hip belt. Can be removed if you want to save some weight, and replaced with a different length if your weight changes after a long hike.
Customise to your specifications. The instructions include multiple options to give you the opportunity to build your perfect pack, including options for different hardware if you can’t get hold of fancy buckles in your country.
The guide has sections on choosing from the multiple different types of frames available for backpacks, and also describes the different styles of hip belts you could make for your pack.
This is the most detailed and comprehensive ultralight backpack sewing guide currently available, and will be updated with any new information.
Pattern Details
Comprehensive Instructions
Every step is clearly illustrated and described, and packed with helpful tips
Printable PDF Pattern
Available in US Letter, A4, and large-format paper sizes, ready for immediate printing.
Bonus Learning Tools
A free 25-page beginner’s ebook and a unique scaled practice pattern to hone your skills.
Shopping List
Full shopping and cutting list, with suggested fabrics
See What Others Have Made!
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A photo of the 40 Litre Framed Ultralight Backpack In the Lake District
Fits on a rack for bikepacking. Off the bike for hike-a-bike
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Impressive Arc style variation by Rory
Impressive Arc style variation by Rory
@smallfootprint_bigadventure – Used the 32L pattern body and the 40L pattern back panel for frame and hipbelt
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/u/headonpillow with the hanging hip belt alternative and a single vertical aluminium stay
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