BACKPACK IN COMFORT WITH VAUCLUSE BACKPACK VENTILATION GEAR
Ultralight Ventilation Backpack Frames
The Ventilation Frame is an attachable backpack airflow frame that fits directly on your favorite backpack. This backpack spacer attaches in seconds to your favorite backpack (framed or frameless) to upgrade airflow, reduce back heat, and increase comfort.
Ultralight Ventilated Backpacks
Our Dyneema packs are the lightest framed backpacks on the market, allowing maximum airflow and comfort. Equipped with five outer pockets: two large side pockets for easy access to water bottles and other items, two small side pockets for additional storage, and one main body external pocket.
Mesh Sleeve for Ultralight Ventilation Frame
The Mesh Sleeve fits around the ventilation frame like a sock and provides a cushion layer. It is ideal for larger packs (greater than 45L), heavy loads (over 30 pounds), and high-intensity activities like running, rucking, or bicycling. Or if you want a more soft fit on your back, the sleeve delivers.
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BACKPACK IN COMFORT WITH THE VAUCLUSE ULTRALIGHT VENTILATION BACKPACK FRAME
CARRY IN COMFORT
The Vaucluse Ultralight Ventilation Backpack Frame makes you favorite backpack exceptionally comfortable, spreading carried weight across a soft and ergonomical hexagonal frame that instantly conforms to the user's back. Rough, absorbent mesh padding common in pack design is kept at a distance, preventing chafing and sweat retention.
BETTER VENTILATION
When your pack is strapped on tight, your back can't breathe. The Ultralight Ventilation Backpack Frame fixes this by offering 100% more airflow than conventional backpack designs by naturally ventilating your body and minimizing unwanted heat, moisture, and odor.
PREVENT INJURY
Frameless backpacks lack rigid shape, and can gradually harm the wearer if overloaded or improperly fitted. Even premium framed packs are often misused, with users loosening the straps for more airflow. The Ultralight Ventilation Backpack Frame adds comfortable structure to any bag, helping to prevent injury by evenly distributing weight across your body.
Customer Testimonials
James L, Massachusetts, Osprey Manta 24L
"The instant I put my bag back on with the ventilation frame on it and turned a breeze blew right between my back and backpack and, I was floored. I had no idea it would be that big of an impact. My back stayed dry all day long" Instagram @james_phoenix86
Landon, Virginia, Wild Iowa Bushcraft Pack 55L
"I'm loving the frame. The biggest advantage the Cool-Dry Frame offers is helping you stay warmer once you get to your hunting location. So by significantly reducing or eliminating upper body perspiration, you'll be much warmer once you get settled into your hunting spot." YouTube @ProCaliber HQ YouTuber
Shandi E, New Hampshire, Mountain Wear 55L
"I always sweat like a mother and then freeze as soon as I stop, so it was nice not to have my backpack soaked when I took it off to take a break and put back on. It was lightweight and fit well. I am always cold but sweat quickly and a lot when hiking which is a weird combination and hard to regulate at times." Instagram @one.with.the.speed
Dave R, California, 75L Jansport Whitaker and 28L Deuter Trail SL
"I used the frame with my go-to 75L pack. My concern was losing stability with the bigger pack. That was not an issue at all. The frame helped take some pressure off my shoulders. My back was not soaked like usual. The next day we switched, and my wife stayed dry and happy. Both packs felt more comfortable with the frame. It exceeded both of our expectations. I really appreciate you coming up with a solution to a problem I thought I just had to live with." Instagram @daveroggenbuck
Keith B, Alabama, 30L Daypack
"I'll tell you what I do feel: I feel air moving against my back. That's awesome. Because even though it's a cool morning, I'm warm enough that, if I didn't have this frame, I would definitely be sweating by now." YouTube channel, Gone Feral with Squidly
Lynn S, New Hampshire White Mountains, Kyte 46L
"Loved it! The Vaucluse Ultralight Backpack Ventilation Frame provided excellent breathability around my back. It also prevented sweat from building up and causing potentially hypothermic conditions in the winter. It is especially important to regulate body temperature during the winter when you’re layered up. This piece of gear was very helpful in that mission." Instagram @swezer_outdoors
Mike D, Catskills New York, 19L Gossmar Daypack
"It totally exceeded my expectations. My back and shirt stayed dry. My shirt even stayed in place (did not bunch up mid-back like usual). I could actually feel a cool airflow on my back while hiking. It was very comfortable. I had wondered if the frame would dig in my back, but I did not even feel it was there." Instagram @mden
Lee A, Iceland, Mossy Oak 64.6L Hunting Backpack
"The Cool-Dry Frame kept my back from sweating while carrying this heavy pack on many adventures in Iceland, which is a great thing when it's below-freezing outside." @silverstonesubie
Jim Armstrong, Decatur, TX, 40L Pack, Search & Rescue Operations
"I've never felt that type of cooling out here in these temperatures. Now I'm getting much more consistent airflow and evaporative cooling around my entire core, and that is really helping me stay out and move harder and longer. It just keeps your core down that much easier.” ~ watch full review on YouTube.
Backpacking is awesome. Backpack sweat sucks.
You know what I'm talking about - that pack-shaped dark spot on the back of your shirt you get after wearing a backpack. The sticky, smothering discomfort of wearing clothes soaked with sweat. Been there, done that.
We invented the Ultralight Ventilation Backpack Frame to help enjoy backpacking more comfortably. The beauty of the outdoors brought me back out again and again, but I was limited by how sweaty I got on extended hikes. If we just didn't get so dehydrated and uncomfortable, we'd have a much better time outdoors.
The Ventilation Backpack Frame enables continuous ventilation by making space between your back and your pack, allowing natural airflow to draw away excess body heat and moisture as you move. It keeps you cooler so you sweat less, and when you do sweat, it helps it evaporate before it becomes a problem. This also means less sweat ending up in your backpack, which prevents odor and extends the lifespan of your gear.
Now we can plan twelve-mile loops through Big Bend without worrying about packing extra water and a second shirt. We can also bring a backpack on vacation or on my commute and never wonder whether we'll regret it. When we are out on the trail, we can focus on appreciating nature instead of the beads of sweat rolling down my spine.
We like it a lot better that way. We think you will too.
Ultralight Ventilation Backpack Frame for Every Outdoor Activity
- Backpacking
- Bicycling
- Hyperlight hiking
- Mountaineering
- First Responding
- Search & Rescue
- Hunting
- Traveling
- Commuting
- Walking
- Rucking
- Archery
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
- Skiing