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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Headwall 55 vs Six Moon Designs Minimalist V2

Headwall 55 is the lighter of the two by 30 g (1.1 oz).

Minimalist V2 lists for $190.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Where to buy

Headwall 55

  • Check price at Hyperlite Mountain Gear

Minimalist V2

  • Check price at Six Moon Designs

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The lower weight and the higher R-value are highlighted.

Headwall 55

Hyperlite Mountain Gear

Minimalist V2

Six Moon Designs

Weight
41.7 oz
42.8 oz
MSRP
$475.00
$285.00
Capacity / volume
55 L
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Which one to choose

  • Choose the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Headwall 55 if every ounce counts — 41.7 oz against 42.8 oz.
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Questions this comparison answers

Is the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Headwall 55 lighter than the Six Moon Designs Minimalist V2?
Headwall 55 is the lighter of the two by 30 g (1.1 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Headwall 55 or the Six Moon Designs Minimalist V2?
Minimalist V2 lists for $190.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Headwall 55

Source not recorded.

“The Headwall 55 is designed for multi-day backcountry ski/snowboard touring with external pockets to accommodate safety equipment and multiple tool attachments and easy access points. DESIGNED FOR: Multi-day Backcountry Ski / Snowboarding KEY FEATURES: The exterior avalanche tool pocket accommodates a wide range of tool sizes, ensuring secure storage and easy access.”
Full specs and prices for the Headwall 55 →

Six Moon Designs Minimalist V2

Source not recorded.

“At 48 Liters (2900 ci. ) and 34 ounces for the Minimalist is designed to function as an ultralight backpack with the use of traditional shoulder straps or our vest system and our supportive and flexible hip belt. All together you've got a light weight pack that's comfortable up to 30 pounds. It has been tested with loads in access of 40 pounds with zero sag in either the pack or hip belt.”
Full specs and prices for the Minimalist V2 →

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