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If You're a Serious Hiker, This Near-$600 Backpack Is Completely Worth It

Mountain Hardwear's Alakazam 45 weighs less than 2 pounds and is squarely in the "premium" realm.

If You're a Serious Hiker, This Near-$600 Backpack Is Completely Worth It

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Mountain Hardwear's Alakazam 45 weighs less than 2 pounds and is squarely in the "premium" realm.

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