Savotta Kantamus 40L backpack - olive
Savotta Kantamus 40L backpack - olive
Multi-purpose multi-day backpack with internal aluminum frame for carrying heavier loads. Scalable and compressible to adapt to changing wearing needs. Capacity of the main bag approx. 40 liters, with additional space in the lid and multiple external attachment points for additional side pockets and gear.
"Kantamus" in Finnish means "load carried," usually something slightly heavier that is carried. Cantamus is a general-purpose backpack, suitable for a variety of uses. Scalability and compression allow the backpack to adapt and adjust to changing situations and needs, while the internal aluminum frame provides rigid support and weight transfer.
With a main compartment with a capacity of approx. 40 liters, plus 8 liters in the lid, the Cantamus 40L holds sleeping systems, spare clothes, food and water for several days. Numerous external attachment points for pockets and additional equipment allow you to customize it to your needs.
Main body of the backpack
The main compartment can be accessed from the top with a roll top closure and with a vertical zipper on the right side. Inside there is compartment for a water tank with two attachment loops and a strap to secure the reservoir on top. Each side of the backpack has one port for a tube.
Side zipper on the left side leads to a large, flat compartment at the front of the backpack. Suitable for things like tarpaulins and other flat-packing equipment.
The sides and front have sturdy PALS webbing for attaching additional pockets and gear. There are two rows of PALS webbing at the bottom for securing equipment with packing straps or elastic cord.
Two compression straps with SR buckles on both sides of the backpack provide both compression and allow you to carry long, large tools and gear or quickly attach additional cargo, such as a 12L Hatka backpack equipped with matching buckles.
Lightly roaring side pockets allow you to carry long tools, etc. flanks. They are relatively flat and low, not designed to carry water bottles, etc., for this purpose, we recommend adding a GP pocket to the waist belt.
Floating cover
The lid has a large main compartment with a capacity of approx. 8 liters, accessible through a zipper on the neck side. When filled, the lid "inflates" and lies flat and tight when emptied. Great for rainwear, down jackets, etc. When tightened, the lid compresses, holding the contents tightly. The top of the lid has an elastic cord to hold lightweight equipment. The underside of the cover has two rows of PALS webbing, suitable for attaching a carrimat or other gear.
On the front of the flap is a small zippered pocket with a D-ring loop inside, ideal for storing small items and valuables.
Pro-tip: The lid can also be removed and replaced with, for example, our Askare or Hatka 12L hippack equipped with appropriate buckles (not included with the backpack). This allows the Cantamus to be transformed into a modular load carrying system.
Carrying system
Internal tubular aluminum frame provides Cantamus with rigidity and good weight transfer to the hips. The back is padded with thick and rigid closed-cell foam, housed in a compartment with a Velcro closure. The pad can be removed to use it as a sitting/kneeling pad, and the compartment can be used to carry other gear, such as a tarp or poncho.
Padded shoulder straps attach to steel rings for confident articulation. Load lifters can be threaded through two webbing loops to adjust the point at which they depart from the shoulder straps, allowing you to customize the length and preference of the user. The chest strap is detachable and can be moved up and down the shoulder straps as needed.
Hip belt consists of two sewn pieces of 50 mm webbing with PALS channels. The rest of the hip belt kit (three pads and front buckle straps) is threaded onto them. Each part of the belt can be removed and replaced without sewing, if necessary. The belt fastens with a super-secure Berg buckle, very easy to use, even with thick and cold gloves.
Durable and easy to repair
The main part of the backpack is made of Cordura 1000D, which provides high abrasion resistance, and details such as the rear liner compartment and roll top are made of a lighter and less thick 500D material. The zippers are covered and have two zippers, so you always have a spare should one zipper fail.
If the buckle is damaged, the lid, shoulder straps and waist belt can be easily removed and replaced, without the need for sewing or specialized tools, allowing for easy repair throughout the life of the backpack.
MAIN FEATURES
- Capacity approx. 40 liters (without lid)
- Large main compartment, roll top and side zipper closure
- Compartment for reservoir and ports for hydration tube
- Large, flat, front zippered compartment
- Floating lid with two zippered compartments, capacity approx. 8 liters
- Side compression straps with SR buckles
- PALS tapes on the sides, front, bottom and waist belt
- Open, slightly roaring side pockets
- Internal tubular aluminum frame
- Closed-cell foam back pad, suitable as a seat mat
- Padded shoulder straps with load lifters
- Sternum strap with SR buckle, movable and detachable
- Padded hip belt with PALS webbing and Berg 50 mm buckle, length 140 cm
- Top carrying handle
- Loop area on the lid of 15 x 10 cm for patches and badges
- All color options provide good NIR performance
- 5-year warranty on materials and workmanship
- Manufactured in Estonia
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
- Weight: 2.4 kg
- Dimensions: 30 x 60 x 22 cm (width. x height. x head.)
- Main material: 1000D and 500D Cordura (100% polyamide)
- Webbing: 100% polyester
- Buckles: steel and acetal