HIKING Load adjuster straps

enable precise backpack positioning.

Anatomically shaped
shoulder straps
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with airy, comfortable Soft AirMesh lining.

AIRCOMFORT FLEXLITE SYSTEM

The flexible twin-frame construction gives our

award winning Aircomfort Flexlite System its Anatomically shaped, sturdy hip
special lightweight properties, excellent ventila- fins with Pull-Forward adjustment
and close set anchor points give a snug fit and spread
tion and a superb ergonomic fit. The secret lies in the load to the hips (Futura 24 SL – 35 EL).
the combination of complimentary flexible round
and stable flat spring steel frame profiles. The Ventilation pads
consutrction easily follows body movements and for superb carry comfort (Futura 20 SL – 28).

transfers the load perfectly to the hip fins. It also

gives the back mesh a stable tensioned platform
for the patented Deuter three-sided ventilation
system. For backpacks with smaller volume we
use a round profile frame for full function and
flexibility with minimum weight.

Katrin and Fietje explore

By far the best Aircomfort System we have ever designed. Cairngorms national park;
Scotland;
Lars Schneider

ToImPfofoPrtrt
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“All round airy comfort backpack."

“No rocking, no swaying, but a super stable fit – plus fantastic back ventilation."
“Very good, compact and defi ned fit,perfect load control, great ventilation. Easily handles load up to 12kg."
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 FUTURA Deuter’s leading lights for day hikes, office or
shopping tours look clean and athletic and its
top features are twinned with the Aircomfort
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FlexLite system ventilation. The smaller SL mod-

el is perfectly adapted to the female anatomy.

FUTURA 20 SL FUTURA 22
# 34194 # 34204
3217 3503 3514 2431 7490
petrol-mint blueberry-magenta arctic-fire spring-anthracite black-titan

Weight: 1110 g Weight: 1140 g Humid air and surprisingly cool water.
Capacity: 20 l Capacity: 22 l A hike to the Gitgit waterfall;
North Bali, Indonesia;
H x W x D: 48 x 30 x 19 cm H x W x D: 50 x 31 x 20 cm Tjahjadi Nurtantio
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separate bottom
compartment
• hip pads and shoulder
straps with soft, breath-
able Soft Air Mesh lining
• shoulder straps with load
adjustment straps
• side compression straps
for volume regulation
• practical front pocket
with mesh compartments
• stretch side pockets
• wet laundry compartment
• hiking pole loops
Futura
• reflective loop for safety + 20 SL
light
• reflective attachment for
drinking tube
• detachable rain cover
• hydration system
compatible
Material: Macro Lite 210 /
Super-Polytex

FUTURA 28
# 34214
2226 4700 3303
forest-emerald granite-black midnight-coolblue

Weight: 1180 g
Capacity: 28 l
H x W x D: 54 x 32 x 23 cm
 separate bottom compartment
• anatomically shaped, compact hip
belt with spacious pocket for
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valuables or smartphone/camera
• Pull-Forward closure for quick and
precise hip belt adjustment
• anatomically shaped Soft AirMesh
shoulder straps with load adjust-
ment straps
• lightweight yet extremely sturdy
fabric
• side bellow pockets
• lid pocket
• stretch side pockets
• internal valuables pocket
• wet laundry compartment
• ice tool and hiking pole
attachment loops
• top lid attachment loops
• reflective attachment for drinking
tube
• detachable rain cover
• side compression straps
• hydration system compatible
• SOS label
Material: Macro Lite 210 /
Super-Polytex

FUTURA 24 SL
# 34224
5053 3218
blackberry-magenta midnight-mint

Up to Pain de Sucre (3.208 m) Weight: 1490 g

in the Cottian Alps; Capacity: 24 l + 2 l Side Pockets
Queyras, France;
StefanNeuhauser.com H x W x D: 62 x 28 x 18 cm
FUTURA
Our Futuras with top focus: top loaders with top materi-
al and our top back system for comfortable lengthy day
hikes, multi-day mountain excursions or via ferratas. The

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Aircomfort FlexLite System features a flexible twin-frame
construction, an effective, three-sided air circulation and
is very lightweight.

see page 4

FUTURA 26 FUTURA 30 SL FUTURA 32 FUTURA 35 EL

# 34234 # 34244 # 34254 # 33244
3033 4206 2415 3332 5510 3130 7410 7410
ocean-midnight granite-spring spring-silver turquoise-arctic fire-granite steel-navy black-granite black-granite

Weight: 1530 g Weight: 1550 g Weight: 1580 g Weight: 1650 g

Capacity: 26 l + 3 l Side Pockets Capacity: 30 l + 3 l Side Pockets Capacity: 32 l + 3 l Side Pockets Capacity: 35 l + 4 l Side Pockets
H x W x D: 66 x 29 x 19 cm H x W x D: 66 x 30 x 21 cm H x W x D: 68 x 32 x 21 cm H x W x D: 74 x 32 x 22 cm
 Pull-Forward closure allows
the hip belt to be easily tightened
• compact, anatomically shaped
Vari Flex hip belt in bilaminate
construction and with 3D AirMesh
cover
• two zipped pockets for valuables,
camera etc. on the hip belt
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• side compression straps on the

hip belt
• anatomically shaped 3D AirMesh
shoulder straps with load adjusters
• side bellow pockets
• lid pocket
• stretch outer pockets
• internal valuables pocket
• wet laundry compartment
• attachment for ice axe and
walking poles
• gear loops on the lid
• reflective attachment for drinking
tube
• separate bottom compartment
• detachable rain cover
• hydration system compatible
• SOS label
Material: Macro Lite 210 /
Super-Polytex

FUTURA PRO 34 SL FUTURA PRO 36

# 34264 # 34274
5522 3306 2226 7410
aubergine-fire midnight-turquoise forest-emerald black-granite

Weight: 1680 g Weight: 1700 g

Capacity: 34 l + 4 l Side Pockets Capacity: 36 l + 4 l Side Pockets
H x W x D: 66 x 32 x 24 cm H x W x D: 68 x 33 x 24 cm
FUTURA PRO
Our Futura Pros are spacious companions for ex-
Anatomically shaped, softly
padded shoulder straps
covered with breathable 3D AirMesh.
Load adjustment straps
allow exact positioning of the rucksack.

tended multi-day treks. The Aircomfort Flexlite Pro

System brings together three key elements: fan-

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tastic Aircomfort ventilation, flexible carry comfort The durable round spring steel frame
is extremely lightweight and flexible and provides great
and the comfortable, floating Vari Flex hip belt.
carry comfort, fantastic freedom of movement and a per-
fect fit. The round spring steel frame tensions the mesh, er-
gonomically moulds itself to the back and thus guarantees
an optimal weight transfer to the hip – thereby efficiently
reducing stress on the spine.
Ultra-flat
shoulder strap
anchor point with
ventilation holes.

see page 4

Side com-
pression straps
on the hip belt stabilise
the pack.

AIRCOMFORT FLEXLITE PRO SYSTEM

The carry system is a fantastic comfort combination:

the back mesh guarantees excellent ventilation; the
FUTURA PRO 40 SL FUTURA PRO 42 FUTURA PRO 44 EL
floating, ergonomically formed, reinforced Vari Flex
# 34284 # 34294 # 33224
hip belt follows each and every movement and thus
4319 5510 3370 7410
graphite-turquoise fire-granite ocean-titan black-granite helps saving energy.
Weight: 1720 g Weight: 1740 g Weight: 1790 g
Capacity: 40 l + 4 l Side Pockets Capacity: 42 l + 5 l Side Pockets Capacity: 44 l + 5 l Side Pockets
H x W x D: 68 x 34 x 26 cm H x W x D: 70 x 34 x 27 cm H x W x D: 76 x 34 x 27 cm
 FUTURA VARIO
The Futura Vario is just perfect for long mountain
AIRCOMFORT FLEXLITE
VARIO SYSTEM
hikes or trekking. The lightweight round spring
Precise and quick height adjustment for
steel frame and the Vari Flex hip wings provide
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differing back lengths with the stepless

fantastic flexibility and carrying comfort. The Vari
Vari Fit system.
Fit System is super easy to adjust to the individual
back and quick access on the content is guaran-
teed by the all-round 2-way front opening.

Load adjustment straps

for precise, individual positioning of the pack.

Anatomically shaped
shoulder straps
with comfortable 3D AirMesh distri-
bute the weight evenly.

The mesh back

guarantees maximum
ventilation
since moist air can escape to all sides.

The round spring steel frame

is a very lightweight, simple
and elastic construction.
It is extremely durable, provides stable tension
for the back mesh and transfers the load to the
hip belt. Its flexibility guarantees great freedom
of movement and a perfect fit.

Flexible Vari Flex hip belt

helps saving energy by following the wearer’s movement. The
ergonomic, contoured waist belt made of bilaminate foam with
PE reinforcement also transfers the weight to the hips. Soft,
The first stage goal of the
"Route Dolomites" in sight: breathable 3D AirMesh lining for extra comfort.
Laszlo and Sandra right before
the Valojet hut in the Fassa
valley; Trent, Italy;
Thilo Brunner
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Front Access Zipper
• Aircomfort Vari Pro System
• compact hip fins with Pull-Forward
adjusters are easy to tighten even with
heavy load
• two zipped pockets for valuables,
camera etc. on the hip belt
• anatomically shaped, 3D Air-Mesh
shoulder straps with stabiliser straps
• side bellow pockets
• lid compartment with internal valuables
pocket
• compression straps
• spacious zipped front pocket for maps
or other quick grab essentials
• stretch side pockets
• wet laundry compartment
• ice tool and hiking pole attachment
loops
• top lid attachment rings
• height adjustable lid
FUTURA VARIO 45 + 10 SL • base section in extremely tough Duratex FUTURA VARIO 50 + 10
# 34304 • reflective attachment for drinking tube # 34314
• separate bottom compartment
5560 • detachable rain cover
7490
cranberry-fire black-titan
• hydration system compatible
Weight: 2200 g • SOS label Weight: 2240 g
Capacity: 45 + 10 l + 5 l Side Pockets Material: Macro Lite 210 / Super-Polytex Capacity: 50 + 10 l + 5 l Side Pockets
H x W x D: 74 x 34 x 28 cm H x W x D: 78 x 36 x 28 cm
 CLASSIC
The renaissance of a classic! Our Gröden
and Zugspitze have been there from the very
start, back in 1984, when we revolutionised
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the backpack market with our much copied,

fully ventilated mesh Aircomfort System. They
now almost outshine the youngsters with
their elegant look reminiscing good old times.

Zugspitze spacious bellow side pockets

and roomy front pocket for
extra volume
• Aircomfort System
• hip belt with ventilation pads
(Zugspitze); padded hip fins
(Gröden)
2.0 l 22 SL
• anatomically shaped, soft
3.0 l 24
edged shoulder straps
• double lid buckles, which
allow extra gear to be securely
stored under the lid
• lid pocket
Gröden
• hiking pole loops
• integrated, detachable rain
cover
Material: Ripstop-Polytex

2.0 l 30 SL
3.0 l 32

ZUGSPITZE 22 SL ZUGSPITZE 24
# 3430016 # 3430116
2270 5607 2312 3608 7602
moss-pine aubergine-lion pine-navy midnight-lion anthracite-lion

Weight: 1040 g Weight: 1060 g

Capacity: 22 l Capacity: 24 l
H x W x D: 52 x 34 x 22 cm H x W x D: 54 x 34 x 24 cm
 AIRCOMFORT SYSTEM

The mesh back provides comfort

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and top class ventilation: the hot air
dissipates freely from three sides.

Anatomically shaped, softly

padded shoulder straps.
Refreshing spot in
Val Pennavaire;
Liguria, Italy;
Birgit Gelder

Durable spring steel frame

provides a flexible, durable and light struc-
ture, and applies tension to the mesh.

GRÖDEN 30 SL GRÖDEN 32 Comfortable, ventilated hip pads

# 3430216 # 3430316 (AC Lite range, Zugspitze models) or

5005 3608 7602 3608 5306 padded hip belts with ventilation pads
cranberry-aubergine midnight-lion anthracite-lion midnight-lion fire-arctic (AC Lite 22 SL & 26 and Gröden models)
provide a great fit and fantastic carry comfort.
Weight: 1140 g Weight: 1170 g
Capacity: 30 l Capacity: 32 l
H x W x D: 52 x 42 x 26 cm H x W x D: 55 x 42 x 28 cm
 AC LITE They’ve become more – and they’ve become more attractive.
Our compact, sporty daypacks are now more technical and
come in a fresh style. The new additions are both female: the
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SL models are anatomically shaped to perfectly fit the hiking

ladies. And you can hardly feel them on your back with their
smart details, lightweight material and premium Aircomfort
back ventilation.

hiking pole loops

• Aircomfort System
• anatomically shaped, softly padded
shoulder straps
• padded hip wings (22 SL & 26)
• lid pocket
• internal zipped valuables pocket
• practical single lid closure
AC Lite • reflective print
+ 14 SL • stretch side pockets
• hydration system compatible
AC Lite • integrated, detachable rain cover
+ 18 / 22 SL / 26
• reflective attachment for drinking tube
Material: Macro Lite 210

AC LITE 14 SL AC LITE 18
# 3420016 # 3420116
3217 2223 5509 3206 7490 5306
petrol-mint moss-apple aubergine-magenta midnight-kiwi black-titan fire-arctic

Weight: 840 g Weight: 880 g

Capacity: 14 l Capacity: 18 l
H x W x D: 50 x 30 x 18 cm H x W x D: 54 x 30 x 18 cm
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On the Sentiero 1 via Noli
with its fantastic views;
Liguria, Italy;
Birgit Gelder

AC LITE 22 SL AC LITE 26
# 3420216 # 3420316
4214 3349 5522 3514 7410 3306
stone-mint blueberry-turquoise aubergine-fire arctic-fire black-granite midnight-turquoise

Weight: 900 g Weight: 960 g

Capacity: 22 l Capacity: 26 l
H x W x D: 52 x 32 x 20 cm H x W x D: 58 x 32 x 20 cm
 ACT TRAIL
Light, clean, and super versatile – our ACT
Trails appear in a fresh, sleek look. The sporty fold away mesh hip wings
• flexible Delrin® U-frame
no-frills all-rounders offer top Aircontact car- • body-hugging fit of the Aircon-
24 HIKING

rying comfort and many smart details (such tact Trail System guarantees full
load control
as the fold away hip belt) that make them the • anatomically shaped 3D
right choice for hiking trips via ferrata routes AirMesh shoulder straps with
as well as urban outings. load adjustment straps
• zipped front compartment for
maps etc.
• two-way zip on the front
2.0 l 22 SL & 24 allows direct access to
3.0 l 28 SL - 36 EL well-buried items, even when
the lid is closed
• tough, highly breathable 3D
AirMesh lining
• lid pocket, internal valuables
pocket, one zippered side
pocket and one stretch side
pocket provide a variety of
storing solutions
• wet laundry compartment
• ice axe and hiking pole loops –
also for foldable poles
• loops for helmet holder
(accessory)
• SOS label
• detachable rain cover
• hydration system compatible
Material: Super-Polytex /
Microrip-Nylon

ACT TRAIL 22 SL ACT TRAIL 24 ACT TRAIL 28 SL

# 3440015 # 3440115 # 3440215
3217 7000 9403 3033 5513 3312
petrol-mint black papaya-granite ocean-midnight fire-aubergine turquoise-midnight

Weight: 1040 g Weight: 1100 g Weight: 1140 g

Capacity: 22 l Capacity: 24 l Capacity: 28 l
H x W x D: 56 x 24 x 18 cm H x W x D: 58 x 26 x 19 cm H x W x D: 60 x 28 x 21 cm
Thrilling – the Via Ferrata in
Tende; Vallé de la Roya,
Alpes-Maritimes, France; Load adjustment straps
StefanNeuhauser.com
allow precise positioning of the backpack.

Anatomically shaped
shoulder straps
with 3D AirMesh lining.

25 HIKING
see page 4
Flexible, tensioned Delrin®
U-shaped frame
provides stability at minimum weight. It fol-
lows the most varied movements with absolute
ease. The frame combines with the body-hug-
ging fit to create a compact carry system with
even load distribution and effective load transfer.

AIRCONTACT The breathable

TRAIL SYSTEM hollow-chamber foam pads
allow the weight to sit close to the back and close to
Mesh hip fins ensure a great compact the centre of gravity. It thus stabilizes and distributes
fit, but can be stowed away for easy the load evenly and guarantees distribute great con-
ACT TRAIL 30 ACT TRAIL 36 EL harness use. trol. The large open pore structure of the Aircontact
# 3440315 # 3440915 pads performs a pump effect, whereby every move-
ment prompts the exchange of air. The result: 15%
2304 7410 7410
spring-midnight black-granite black-granite less perspiration than with other body-contour packs.
(Proven in a field test conducted by Gabriel L.&T. in co-
Weight: 1200 g Weight: 1260 g operation with the University of Erlangen/Germany.)
Capacity: 30 l Capacity: 36 l
H x W x D: 62 x 29 x 21 cm H x W x D: 68 x 30 x 22 cm
 The glacier is calling! Ortler range, Italy;
Klaus Fengler

Load adjustment straps

allow precise positioning of the backpack.

Anatomically shaped shoulder straps

with airy 3D AirMesh lining lets hot air escape through the
strap’s perforated foam.
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Break resistant, durable

elastic spring steel frame
effectively transfers the weight on the hip belt.
The flexible frame geometry provides com-
fortable freedom of movement at a minimum
weight.

The breathable
hollow-chamber foam pads
allow the weight to sit close to the back and
close to the centre of gravity. It thus stabiliz-
es and distributes the load evenly and guaran-
tees distribute great control. The large open
pore structure of the Aircontact pads per-
forms a pump effect, whereby every movement
prompts the exchange of air. The result: 15%
less perspiration than with other body-contour
packs. (Proven in a field test conducted by Ga-
briel L.&T. in cooperation with the University of
Erlangen/Germany.)

AIRCONTACT TRAIL PRO SYSTEM

The thought-through Auto-Compress hip wing construc-

tion integrates automatic side compression as well as a ACT TRAIL PRO 32 SL
Pull-Forward adjustment to provide a quick, super tight # 3441015
fit. With their close set anchor points the anatomically 9503 3218
papaya-lava midnight-mint
shaped hip wings melt into the body and offer optimum
Weight: 1420 g
freedom of movement. Capacity: 32 l
H x W x D: 62 x 28 x 24 cm
 two-way zip on the front allows
ACT TRAIL PRO Our ‘fitting masterpiece’ for multi-day excursions and
direct access to well-buried items,
even when the lid is closed equipment intense outings: the ACT Trail Pros is a su-
• padded, anatomically shaped per technical pack providing top carrying comfort with

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Auto-Compress hip wings with
easy Pull-Forward adjustment en-
its compact, yet comfortable fit. The Aircontact Trail
sure a quick, super tight fit Pro System features Auto-Compress hip wings and airy,
• body-hugging fit of the Aircontact perforated shoulder straps.
Trail System guarantees full load
control
• anatomically shaped, perforated
3D AirMesh shoulder straps with
load adjustment straps
• stretch front pocket for storage of
jacket, helmet, harness etc.
• zipped front compartment for
maps etc.
• tough, highly breathable 3D
AirMesh lining
• lid pocket, internal valuables
pocket, one zippered side pocket
and one stretch side pocket pro-
vide a variety of storing solutions
• wet laundry compartment
• ice axe and hiking pole loops –
also for foldable poles
• SOS label
• compression straps
• detachable rain cover
• hydration system compatible
Material: Super-Polytex /
Macro Lite 210 / Microrip-Nylon

ACT TRAIL PRO 34 ACT TRAIL PRO 38 SL ACT TRAIL PRO 40

# 3441115 # 3441215 # 3441315
3214 7000 5522 2208 2431 3980
petrol-kiwi black aubergine-fire emerald-kiwi spring-anthracite midnight-ocean

Weight: 1470 g Weight: 1500 g Weight: 1530 g

Capacity: 34 l Capacity: 38 l Capacity: 40 l
H x W x D: 64 x 30 x 24 cm H x W x D: 66 x 30 x 25 cm H x W x D: 70 x 31 x 25 cm