The Durston Kakwa 40 is an ultralight backpack with 40 L of capacity and an internal frame. It weighs 1 lb 12 oz, carries up to 45 lb, and lists at $250.
GearScore breakdown
How this backpack earns its 69 on the default algorithm, factor by factor
Have specific needs in mind, like the lightest pack for a thru-hike, the most load-carry for a heavy winter kit, or the best value? Rank this backpack against every other on your own custom scoring algorithm.
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| Type: | Ultralight |
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| Frame: | Internal |
| Access: | Roll-top |
| Material: | Ultra |
| Capacity: | 40 L |
| Weight: | 1 lb 12 oz794 g |
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| Max load: | 45 lb |
| Denier: | 200 D |
| Torso range: | 14.5 to 21.5 in37 to 55 cm |
| Price: | $250 |
How scoring works
The same GearScore engine the comparison pages use. This is the default weighting; open the full comparison to re-weight it around your trip.
GearScore blends published specs into one 0 to 100 number. Capacity is a "good enough" gate; weight, rated load, and fabric denier score on a sliding scale. Price is a lever presets turn on.
Customize on the full comparison →- Sufficiency
- Only needs to be good enough. Capacity works this way: enough volume to carry your trip and the pack is set, extra liters add no points.
- Monotonic
- More (or less) is always better. Lighter beats heavier, a higher rated load beats a lower one, and tougher fabric beats thinner, so they score on a sliding scale.
- Preference
- Type and frame are personal preference, never scored. They only filter the list.