At Stitchback we believe that the best outdoor gear is the gear you make yourself. Our CAD drafted sewing patterns can give you a jump-start on your next myog project. Build the pattern as is, or use it as a launching point and customize it to fit your needs.

This listing is for a digital download of a PDF file that includes a full size pattern and over 60 pages of detailed instructions. The pattern is formatted to be printed on letter size paper.

*Note: this listing also includes a PDF of the pattern on (3) A0 pages for large format printing, as well as a separate file specifically for projecting.

*Please note: The hipbelt from the TH40 and 50 packs are not interchangeable with the MK2.

SKILL LEVEL: 5.9

Suitable for those confident in their sewing skills. Although this pack has been designed with simplicity in mind, it is still a relatively complex project, good for those with some sewing experience.

DESCRIPTION:

The Stitchback Mark 2 or "MK2" takes the best parts of our original TH backpack and adds new features. These features include a forward pull hipbelt and optional belt and shoulder strap pockets, as well as an updated back pocket design.

While the Stitchback MK2 can be used as a frameless pack, it features both a supportive hipbelt and load lifter straps, making it best used with some kind of frame sheet. This could be a simple piece of foam, or a plastic frame sheet, and the pattern includes instructions for both.

The pattern also includes men's and women's specific hipbelts and shoulder straps, with instructions on how to customize the fit, and torso length. (Shoulder straps can be positioned up to 24" from the bottom of the pack.)

The pack as shown in the photos, weighs 25 oz. without a frame sheet. The final weight of the pack depends largely on the types of fabrics and frame sheet used, so this weight is given as a reference only.

FEATURES:

- Large side pockets accommodate liter water bottles

- Large back pocket

- Cord style side compression straps

- Optional lower side compression straps

- Dual daisy chains

- Removable ice axe / trekking pole loops and retainers

- Internal sleeve for frame sheet also holds hydration bladder

- Hydration tube ports

- Lumbar pad

- Forward pull hipbelt w/ optional pockets

- Pattern for men's and women's hipbelt

- Pattern for men's and women's recurved shoulder straps

- Optional, removable shoulder strap bottle pocket

- Pattern for plastic and/or foam frame sheet

- Dry bag style closure

- Top compression strap

- Back panel dimensions: 11" X 24"

- Overall dimensions: approx. 11-1/2"w X 9"d X 26"t

- Volume approximately 45 liters not including exterior pockets

This pattern contains the intellectual property of Stitchback DIY Trail Gear, and is protected by copyright. It may not be distributed, copied or reproduced without express written consent. See our Pattern Use Policy here.