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Aarn Hiking Packs NZ | Aarn Natural Balance PRO - Long 65L | Further Faster Christchurch NZ
Aarn Hiking Packs NZ | Aarn Natural Balance PRO - Long 65L | Further Faster Christchurch NZ
Aarn Hiking Packs NZ | Aarn Natural Balance PRO - Long 65L | Further Faster Christchurch NZ
Aarn Packs

Aarn Natural Balance PRO - Hiking Backpack

$575.00
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This rucksack combines lightweight fabric, large volume and comfort. Perfect for overnight walks, thru-hikes and other expeditions! 

Here at Aarn, we don’t like compromise. So, we decided to make a lightweight, very comfortable, and large pack! The Natural Balance PRO is just above 1kg, and with its 65L, you can easily carry all your gear for a multi-day adventure!  

With its free-movement harness system and customizable fit, you won’t even feel that you’re carrying all that load.   

Add some Balance Pockets (not included) to embrace the full benefits of our energy-saving and strain-free Balance System. 

Weight: 1264 grams + liner

Key Features:

U-Flow Shoulder Harness:   
  • U-Flow shoulder straps allow free shoulder movement while ensuring optimal pack stability, reducing fatigue buildup, and increasing your balance.    
  • Breathable stretch 3D mesh that auto-moulds to the natural slope of your shoulders.       
  • Back length adjustable while wearing the pack for a dialed-in fit. 
Dynamic Pelvic-Form Hip belt:
  • Dual-adjust hip belt tensioning system allows for fine-tuning of the hip belt.    
  • Hip belt angle is micro-adjustable to allow a perfect match to your pelvic shape.     
  • U-Flow system ensures that the hip belt follows the natural movements of your hips. The hip belt is held by a central point to the main body of the pack, allowing the hip belt to both rotate side to side with the hip movement and pivot forward, away from the bottom of the pack. This increases your balance and agility and reduces the accumulation of fatigue on your body.    
  • The structure of the hip belt ensures an optimum load transfer towards the hips to lessen the pressure on the shoulders.    
  • The breathable 3D mesh used on the upper part of the hip belt wraps perfectly over the top of your iliac crest, offering superior comfort and support for long hours on the move.    
  • Quick-release buckle allows you to easily unclip the belt with one hand.    
  • Attachment points for interchangeable Balance Pockets. 
Suspended Mesh Back Panel:  
  • Auto-moulds to your back shape.  
  • Maintains an air gap for back ventilation keeping you cool and dry.  

Additional Features:

  • Slim side profile to reduce the backward pull on the shoulders.    
  • Roll-top lid.    
  • One large front mesh pockets and two side pockets.   
  • Front compression drawcord to secure some extra gear and compress your pack down.   
  • Two trekking pole attachments at the back and two quick-stow at the front of the pack.    
  • Two ice axe attachments.   
  • Dry liner.   
  • Bladder attachment loop and tube exit.     
    Option to add some Lasso Locs (not included) for extra storage on the outside of the pack.  
  • Aarn Balance Pockets: Not included but recommended to turn your Aarn Pack into a full Aarn Packs Balance System. Choose your Aarn Balance Pockets here.  
  • Fabrics -
    • Main - 70D Robic Gridstop with UHMWPE
    • Bottom - 210D Robic Gridstop with UHMWPE
    • Liner: Nylon 190T  
  • Dimensions -
    • W 39cm x D 23cm x H 80cm / W 15.3in x D 9in x H 31.4in
  • Litres: 65L in the main body
  • Max Load: 20kg or 44lbs
  • Pack Weight: 1264g or 2.7lbs + liner
  • Colour: Grey

Click here and work out your back length and hipbelt size for your Aarn Pack.

Back Length Range

  • Long: 53cm - 57cm or 21in - 22in

Hipbelt Size Range

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • XLarge

Check out the hip belt size guide here.

How to fit Aarn Pockets onto an Aarn Packs

NEW ZEALAND DELIVERY 

For delivery of orders within New Zealand, excluding boats and oversized items:

  • All local orders over NZD $149 are shipped free using a standard signature required service.
  • All local orders under NZD $149 are charged a flat fee of NZD $8 and are shipped using standard signature required service.
  • We mostly use Post Haste Couriers as our courier service
  • Allow 1-2 business days for standard South Island shipping and 2-3 business days for the North Island.
  • Rural Address and PO box numbers please add business 2 days.
  • Once your order has been dispatched you will receive an email with tracking information.
  • Once your order has left the store it is at the mercy of the couriers. Please check your tracking information and contact the couriers if it has not arrived when expected.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO RECEIVE MY ORDER?

  • Allow 1-2 business days for standard South Island shipping and 2-3 business days for the North Island.
  • Rural Address and PO Boxes, please add 2 more days.
  • We try our best to get your orders out to you ASAP, however, during our peak times (Christmas, Sale week etc), we may need an extra day to process them.
  • These estimates are for a perfect world when courier companies work on time and natural disasters and pandemics are at bay. Once it has left the shop it is sometimes up to the shipping gods!

 If you would like an update of Courier Network Status, please see these links:

CAN I CHANGE MY ADDRESS AFTER I ORDER?

  • We can’t change addresses in the system once your order has been placed, however, send an email to hello@furtherfaster.co.nz or call us in-store and we will endeavour to change the address.
  • Please let us know before order cut off at 1pm daily.

INSTORE PICK UP / CLICK & COLLECT

  • We offer an in-store pick up service.
  • This is contactless, please order online and choose Pick-Up.
  • You will be notified when your order is ready for collection.
  • Collection can be made during opening hours at 
    57A Buchan Street
    Sydenham
    Christchurch

WHERE IS MY ORDER: 

  • Once your order has been shipped you will receive a Shipment Order Email. This will have a link to your tracking details, you can use this link to find the location of your parcel and contact the courier company to see how far away it is.
  • If you have not received a confirmation email within 24hrs, please check your junk box in your email, as some times we need to get in touch with you and emails do happen to end up in there!
  • Alternatively, speak to our order guru 'Bot-Bruce', and he can find the tracking details for you in the chat section of this pop-up. Just ask him, 'Where is my order?' and follow the prompts 🐻.

 

INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY (AUSTRALIA, USA)

  • All Australian orders are charged a flat fee of NZD $35 and are shipped using a standard service (not including boats or paddles).  Paddles are NZD $125 for 2 and 4 piece paddles and NZD $195 for 1 piece paddles.
  • All North American orders are charged a flat fee of NZD $90 and are shipped using a standard service (not including boats or paddles).
  • Standard delivery times for international orders can vary from 5 business days to 6 weeks.
  • Once your item has been dispatched you will receive an email with tracking information.
  • International orders do not come with a signature delivery confirmation.
  • Please do not buy products with eggs or bacon, as international customs do not like this and your order may be confiscated at your own cost (no one wants wasted bacon and eggs!)
  • NZ GST: For international orders New Zealand sales tax (GST) is not included in the price. However the price shown on the website is the price to be paid regardless of the country to be shipped to. 

SPECIAL ORDER ITEMS

  • All orders are shipped from our Christchurch store and usually leave the next working day. If for some reason we don't have the item you ordered we will notify you as soon as possible and let you know when you can expect delivery. Special order for non stocked items vary however are usually 2-6 weeks.

BOATS
Need your boat shipped? No problem! 

Shipping is excluded at time of purchase. The team will calculate this separately after your purchase and contact you with the best rates at the time.

As a cost indication shipping typically starts at $99 for smaller boats and $150 for longer, larger boats. Cost will also vary depending on where in NZ needs to go.

Boats are delivered to your nearest Mainfreight Depot for you to collect from there.

If you'd like to find out more about our boats, or to know the cost to ship a specific boat before you purchase, please contact the team on 03 338 1774 or hello@furtherfaster.co.nz.

 

QUESTIONS?

If you'd like to know availability and delivery times for a specific item please contact us and we will aim to get back to you the same day within business hours.

 

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David P.
Game changing comfort

I'd give it six out of five stars because it exceeded my expectations of how comfortable a pack can be. I always assumed a pack needed to have tons of padding to be comfortable, but no it can be light, simple and comfy. I now often leave my pack on when stopping for a short break as I just don't need to get it off. Game changer.

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Long 65L | Further Faster Christchurch NZ #grey","id":37966132576480,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"width":2048,"src":"\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/aarn-natural-balance-pro-pack-nz-02.webp?v=1752460483"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/aarn-natural-balance-pro-pack-nz-02.webp?v=1752460483","width":2048},{"alt":"Aarn Hiking Packs NZ | Aarn Natural Balance PRO - Long 65L | Further Faster Christchurch NZ #grey","id":37966132609248,"position":3,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"width":2048,"src":"\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/aarn-natural-balance-pro-pack-nz-03.webp?v=1752460483"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/aarn-natural-balance-pro-pack-nz-03.webp?v=1752460483","width":2048}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch2\u003eThis rucksack combines lightweight fabric, large volume and comfort. Perfect for overnight walks, thru-hikes and other expeditions! \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"How to wear an Aarn Pack\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HZGH53SRo5w\" height=\"169\" width=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/collections\/aarn-nz\" title=\"Backpacks NZ | Aarn Natural Balance PRO Hiking Pack\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0415\/9817\/files\/AARN_fun_on_earth_MAP_logo_copy_medium.jpg?v=1470160023\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere at Aarn, we don’t like compromise. So, we decided to make a lightweight, very comfortable, and large pack! The Natural Balance PRO is just above 1kg, and with its 65L, you can easily carry all your gear for a multi-day adventure!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its free-movement harness system and customizable fit, you won’t even feel that you’re carrying all that load.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd some \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/collections\/aarn-accessories-nz\" title=\"Aarn Balance Pockets NZ\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBalance Pockets\u003c\/a\u003e (not included) to embrace the full benefits of our energy-saving and strain-free Balance System. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1264 grams + liner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU-Flow Shoulder Harness:   \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU-Flow shoulder straps allow free shoulder movement while ensuring optimal pack stability, reducing fatigue buildup, and increasing your balance.    \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreathable stretch 3D mesh that auto-moulds to the natural slope of your shoulders.       \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack length adjustable while wearing the pack for a dialed-in fit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Pelvic-Form Hip belt:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual-adjust hip belt tensioning system allows for fine-tuning of the hip belt.    \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHip belt angle is micro-adjustable to allow a perfect match to your pelvic shape.     \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU-Flow system ensures that the hip belt follows the natural movements of your hips. The hip belt is held by a central point to the main body of the pack, allowing the hip belt to both rotate side to side with the hip movement and pivot forward, away from the bottom of the pack. This increases your balance and agility and reduces the accumulation of fatigue on your body.    \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe structure of the hip belt ensures an optimum load transfer towards the hips to lessen the pressure on the shoulders.    \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe breathable 3D mesh used on the upper part of the hip belt wraps perfectly over the top of your iliac crest, offering superior comfort and support for long hours on the move.    \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick-release buckle allows you to easily unclip the belt with one hand.    \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttachment points for interchangeable Balance Pockets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuspended Mesh Back Panel:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuto-moulds to your back shape.  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintains an air gap for back ventilation keeping you cool and dry.  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSlim side profile to reduce the backward pull on the shoulders.    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRoll-top lid.    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOne large front mesh pockets and two side pockets.   \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFront compression drawcord to secure some extra gear and compress your pack down.   \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTwo trekking pole attachments at the back and two quick-stow at the front of the pack.    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTwo ice axe attachments.   \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDry liner.   \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eBladder attachment loop and tube exit.     \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOption to add some \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/collections\/aarn-accessories-nz\/products\/aarn-nz-lasso\" title=\"Aarn Lasso Locs NZ\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLasso Locs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (not included) for extra storage on the outside of the pack.  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAarn Balance Pockets: Not included but recommended to turn your Aarn Pack into a full Aarn Packs Balance System. Choose your \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/collections\/aarn-accessories-nz\" title=\"Aarn Balance Pockets NZ\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAarn Balance Pockets here.\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTECHNICAL SPECS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFabrics -\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain - 70D Robic Gridstop with UHMWPE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottom - 210D Robic Gridstop with UHMWPE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiner: Nylon 190T  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions -\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW 39cm x D 23cm x H 80cm \/ W 15.3in x D 9in x H 31.4in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLitres: 65L in the main body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax Load: 20kg or 44lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack Weight: 1264g or 2.7lbs + liner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 10\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/pages\/how-to-choose-your-aarn-pack-size-and-back-length\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e and work out your back length and hipbelt size for your Aarn Pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack Length Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong: 53cm - 57cm or 21in - 22in\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHipbelt Size Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXLarge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out the hip belt size guide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.furtherfaster.co.nz\/pages\/how-to-choose-your-aarn-pack-size-and-back-length\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Fitting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to fit Aarn Pockets onto an Aarn Packs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_luZrxZ962U\" height=\"169\" width=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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