THIS BACKPACK IS IN PRE-ORDER

Lizard Backpack V2 is available for pre-order.
Delivery is scheduled during June 2026.

Those who order during the pre-order phase will receive a limited-edition bandana featuring the iconic Lizard graphic (limited to 100 pieces).

Lizard Backpack V2 is a 40L (34L main body + 6L external pockets) ultralight backpack made at 95% from a single fabric, with exceptional lightness and durability intended for day-hikes and fast multi-day expeditions.

The ULTRA™ Silverado Grey Lizard Backpack V2 weighs approx. 500g in size Large

Below you can see the pack without food and fully loaded. 

FULL SPEC

Load lifters can be adjusted while wearing the pack.

Side pockets, side compression bungee cords, trekking poles, and everything stored in the shoulder strap pockets can be reached without having to take the backpack off.

ABOUT ULTRA™ 200 by Challenge Sailcloth

Over the years we tested many fabrics, and the ones that we trust the most are those produced by Challenge Sailcloth, to quote the ULTRA™ website: 

"Challenge ULTRA™ is the highest performing line of UHMWPE composite fabric in the world.

UHMWPE (non-branded Dyneema® or Spectra®), gram-for-gram, is 15x stronger than steel. UHMWPE is naturally UV and water-resistant while being incredibly lightweight."

A BIT OF CONTEXT: What is the concept behind the Lizard backpack?
The Lizard is a backpack made at 95% from a single material, with exceptional lightness and durability and we produce it from 2019. But what is the point of making a backpack from just one material, you might ask?

The idea started from a sentence I read many years ago in Beyond Backpacking by Ray Jardine. In a section about equipment, Ray reflects on how mesh fabrics, even if they look transparent and light, are often significantly heavier than traditional fabrics. So we asked ourselves: why not create a “mesh” from the same main fabric, laser-cut, combining the advantages of both?

Thanks to this solution, we managed to achieve extremely low weights. We reached a 40L backpack with MUTATED shoulder straps (double pockets on each side) at only 435g (!!) in the ULTRA 200 version when using meshes in the ultralight backpacks market was the standard.

Starting from this original idea (which was the base of the first version) for the Lizard Backpack V2 we completely rethink it, improving everything that was missing before. We began with the front pocket. We enlarged it by adding a box pleat that significantly increases its volume while remaining compact when empty. The laser-cut holes are now positioned only on the upper section so that small items (like tent stakes) don’t fall out or get stuck at the bottom.

Then we moved to the shoulder straps. We completely redesigned their shape to make them ergonomic, adding a running-vest–inspired yoke that gives the backpack a more “locked-in” fit, making it much more stable when needed (especially during fast downhills). We also increased strap breathability and improved the on-body feel by adding a micromesh (here we accepted a small compromise).

The real revolution, however, lies in the load lifters: completely redesigned, lighter, less bulky, and now fully adjustable while wearing the backpack. Depending on the terrain (uphill or downhill), they allow you to shift the load from the shoulders to the lumbar area in seconds.

Strap pockets have been redesigned as well, now more spacious and secure. Under them, we added two removable bungee loops to attach accessories like trekking poles when you need your hands free or when the terrain becomes easier. This solution was born during our first Tour du Mont Blanc and has been used in every expedition since. Having your hands free without removing the backpack becomes extremely valuable when trying to minimize stops. During our latest trips (for example in Lessinia), storing poles in the bungees and eating while walking allowed us, without running, to significantly reduce overall times.

Regarding the backpack body: the shape has been made more ergonomic without changing the capacity and dimensions, which were already perfect in previous models. The 34L main body allows you to carry a full ultralight 3-season setup with 4–5 days of food in all conditions. We used the Lizard in alpine environments like Alta Via 2 in the Dolomites (with full safety kit), in Lapland on the Kungsleden with 150 km stretches without resupply, on the GR20 unsupported, and in many other situations, including winter conditions.

Inside the main compartment we added a back sleeve where you can store your sleeping pad (both foam or inflatable). This helps keep it in position when gear shifts inside the pack and protects your back from hard objects. The sleeve also includes a hook for a hydration bladder and an exit port to route the hose to the shoulder straps. For those who also use the backpack in the city, the sleeve is designed to fit a 14” laptop as well.

The side pockets have been raised, angled, and enlarged for better functionality. They can be adjusted while wearing the backpack thanks to the cordlock positioning. In the same way, the front pocket closure can be adjusted while wearing the pack and also acts as a compression strap. On the bottom, we added additional bungees to attach anything, from a seat pad to ice axes or foam sleeping pads.

SIZE GUIDE

Lizard is designed primarily around torso length rather than height alone.
As a general guideline:
— Size S is recommended for users with torso size shorter than 43cm
— Size L is recommended for users with torso size shorter than 48cm

How to Measure Back Length

1. Locate the C7 vertebra (the prominent bone at the base of your neck).
2. Measure down to the top of your iliac crest (hip bones).
3. Compare your measurement with the values above.