$250.00
A classic Knapsack handcrafted from traditional materials. The Geologist adds even more heritage into our heritage goods.

Dimensions: 14in H x 15in W x 4.5in D
Capacity: 32L
Weight: 2.4lbs
Geologist Pack
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Description

Our Geologist Pack is modeled after the classic knapsack design of a drawstring topped main compartment with a flap cover. We've added more volume over the knapsack, plus rugged bridle leather shoulder straps and brass Sam Brown Post quick released front pockets. As with everything we make, it's built by hand from waxed canvas, premium leather and solid brass hardware and is backed by our lifetime guarantee. 


Features & Specifications

Dimensions: 14in H x 15in W x 4.5in D
Capacity: 32L
Weight: 2.4lbs

FEATURES
  • Pockets: Interior hanging zipper, 2 external gusseted pockets with flap: 6.5in H x 6.5in W x 1in D

  • Closure: Nylon diamond-braid cord cinch, flap over main compartment
  • Shoulder Straps: 1.5in harness leather
  • Grab Handle: 1in cotton web
    • MATERIALS:
  • 18 oz. waxed canvas
  • Premium leather
  • Solid brass hardware

    • Sustainability

    When you invest in a Frost River made-in-the USA item, you’re not just getting gear that’s handcrafted and locally-made, you’re getting a piece made with intent. 
    • Lifetime Guarantee and robust repair program to keep your Frost River gear going for years to come.
    • Premium Materials sourced from businesses that have sustainability in mind.
    • Solar-Powered Manufacturing facility allowing us to craft Frost River goods with clean, renewable energy.
    • Investments in Technology that ensure the highest yield of our materials is consumed.

    • Made in USA

    • 30 - Day return

    • Secured payment

    • Quality Assurance

    geologist pack sitting on the ground at the base of a tree with a river behind it
    man wearing a geologist pack walking up steps on a rocky hill

    We've got your back

    • Made In USA

      Duluth, Minnesota

    • Lifetime Guarantee

      Build to Last

    • Handcrafted

      Heritage Goods

    • Premium Materials

      Raw Reliability

    Roaming the North Country in search of Iron Ore can lead an intrepid young geologist into all sorts of adventure. James Byron Hustad was known as J.B.H. had explored Minnesota’s Iron Range in search of underground deposits for U.S. Steel in the middle of the last century. Equipped with his trusty “rucksack” he would often travel by canoe or float plane into secluded roadless areas. Our Geologist Daypack is modeled after the pack that J.B.H. carried on many of his explorations in the U.S. and Canada, Brazil and Africa. He often basecamped for weeks during the summer, and was sometimes dropped off to explore uncharted claims. He lived a life of exploration, self reliance, and survival that any adventurer could envy.

    Dimensions: 14in H x 15in W x 4.5in D
    Capacity: 32L
    Weight: 2.4lbs

    FEATURES
  • Pockets: Interior hanging zipper, 2 external gusseted pockets with flap: 6.5in H x 6.5in W x 1in D

  • Closure: Nylon diamond-braid cord cinch, flap over main compartment
  • Shoulder Straps: 1.5in harness leather
  • Grab Handle: 1in cotton web
    • MATERIALS:
  • 18 oz. waxed canvas
  • Premium leather
  • Solid brass hardware
    • geologist pack sitting on the roots of a tree next to a river

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    CUSTOMER Reviews

    Customer Reviews

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    john wagner
    excellent quality

    this is made to be beat on and take it.this pack is not for everybody. if you drive around your neighborhood looking for hoa violations in your subaru before picking up your vegan pizza . you might want to look for a different pack

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    Howard Wells
    Poor design

    The front pockets are definitely quick release and a pain to get strapped back, called Frost River and asked if I could get buckles on instead of the brass tabs. They said they wasn't licensed to alter the bag. So you make the bag in Duluth but you can't put a buckle instead of a tab?

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    Kevin McDonald
    Geologist backpack/rucksack

    Excellent. Lots of character. Very comfortable with the optional shoulder straps

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    Martin Martinez
    My go to bag

    I ordered my Geologist Pack from Frost River. Wanted a nice looking but practical bag. I scanned a few sites but on visiting Frost River, I didn't go any further, they had all the bags I wanted. Its a comfortable fit, as long as its not too full and heavy, I plan to get some extra shoulder straps to fix that. Its big enough for everything I need and it never feels bulky and it squashes down nice when I've only a few things to put in it. Its my go to bag, work, travel, dog walking. and the odd supper market run. Its a great looking bag, versatile and strong, It probably wont get the action and adventure it was made for, but it will always be ready. Thanks Frost River for my great bag.

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    Rita Labuzova
    The best purchase.

    It was my present for my son. He loves my present so much. Quality is super. Thank you.

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