Lowe Alpine Backpacks

Lowe Alpine LOCO Pack

1980s

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Nomenclature

Lowe Alpine Loco

History

Lowe Alpine catalog from the mid-80s.

Search and resque units demand exceptional equipment .

The Reason : Units are not activated unless a life-threatening situation has already occurred.marginal equipment could jeopardize a victim's or resquer's life.

Loco meets or exceed the rigorous requirements of search and resque organizations. Single-compartment construction assure reliability. The integral harness qualifies Loco for stringent applications : Rappeling (Static or heliborne) , technical rock and ice climbing , and evacuation techniques (Winch , veicular and manual) . Perhaps your needs are less crucial than search and resque units , but it's reassuring to know that Loco won't fail you in an emergency.

Feathures

Paralux Internal Frame effectively transmits the load to yor Hips.

Tough aircraft aluminum internal staves are precurved or may be custom bent for perfect fit.Unsnap for quick removal and use as splints.Plastic end caps prevent abrasion.

Comfortable shoulder pads with long lasting foam , camera or binocular D-rings and offset web ends that prevent chafing.Shoulder Stabilizers are anchored to the frame for precision load balance.

Sternum Strap reduces shoulder fatigue , gives as you breath and is easily adjusted up and down.
Torso Ladder adjusts shoulder harness for perfect fit.
Wais Belt has complete harness for rappelling , climbing and helicopter rescue.
Quick Release Shoulder Straps for Emergencies.
Fabric : 8 once Camouflage Print / Olive Drab Nylon
Capacity : 4650 cubic inches