Meet the Universal Balance Bags — a front-worn companion that lets any backpack brand enjoy a naturally balanced load on the trail. If you want to save your shoulders from doing all the heavy lifting, this kit is for you, and yes, you can use it without buying a full Aarn Pack.

Key Features & Design

• Improved Load Distribution: The Aarn Universal Balance Bag is worn on the front of your body, creating a counterbalance to the weight on your back. This helps distribute the load evenly between your front and back, reducing strain on your shoulders and back. It can help prevent discomfort and fatigue associated with a traditional backpack.
• Enhanced Balance and Stability: The front-worn bag promotes better balance and stability while hiking. It can help you maintain a more upright posture, reducing the risk of tripping and falling, especially on uneven or rugged terrain.
• Quick and Easy Access: The balance bag provides quick and easy access to essential items, such as snacks, maps, a camera, or other gear you need on the trail. You don't have to remove your main backpack to access these items, making your hike more convenient.
• Reduction in Back Sweating: By moving some of the load from your back to the front, the Aarn Balance Bag can reduce the amount of sweating on your back. This can be especially beneficial in hot and humid conditions or during strenuous activities.
• Customizable and Adjustable: Aarn offers different sizes and models of balance bags to accommodate various body types and gear needs. They are designed to be adjustable, so you can fine-tune the fit for maximum comfort.
• Versatility: The Aarn Universal Balance Bag can be used in conjunction with various Aarn backpacks or as a standalone bag, making it versatile for different types of outdoor activities, including hiking, backpacking, and travel.
• Load Transfer: The balance bag is designed to transfer some of the load from your back to your hips, helping to reduce the strain on your shoulders and upper body. This can be especially beneficial during long hikes or when carrying heavy loads.
• Safety: The front position of the balance bag allows you to keep a closer eye on your gear and valuables, reducing the risk of theft or loss while on the trail.
• Energy Savings: Energy savings from a balanced load makes up for extra weight of bags when total load carried (pack and bags) is greater than 7kg.
• Compatibility: Fits any brand of kiddy carrier or backpack (that has a hipbelt & sternum straps).
• See-your-feet forward visibility: See-your-feet forward visibility for wilderness walking.
• Ventilation: Suspended mesh back for excellent ventilation.
• Pockets & bottle holder: Twin pockets, 4 mesh exterior pockets & bottle neck holder.
• Flaps & weather protection: Zip flaps flip up for easy access, down for rain.
• Water protection: 2 waterproof Dri-liners.
• Attachment system: Universal attachment system.
• Travel-ready: Top handle and clip-on shoulder strap for use as a travel bag.
• Night safety: Reflective triangles for night safety.
• Materials: 500D Kodura, 210D, 40D & ripstop nylon.

Materials & Specs

• Color: Grey
• Capacity / Volume: Regular: 12L + 2L (exterior mesh pockets); Small: 10L + 1L (exterior pockets).