Featuring Columbia's most advanced suite of technical innovation, the Baroness 35-LiterBackpack is tuned to a woman's shape and performance needs. The sternum strap is set 2-inches higher, the shoulder straps curve in to accommodate narrower shoulders, and the hip belt is tuned to keep the load off the sciatic nerve. Omni-Shield advanced repellency keeps the pack's contents dry, while an integrated rain fly engages during serious downpours, and it's thoughtfully designed to still allow access to water-bottle pockets. The all-newBackdraft Aerating Suspension utilizes lightweight frames with a tensioned backpanel to lift the pack's load slightly off your back, allowing fresh air to pass through. Plus, all contact points feature breathable mesh and side vents to further eliminate hotspots. The minimalist 10mm-thick Velocity L.O.A.D. straps are made from two layers of ultra-light Techlite foam a softer one on the inside for next-to-body comfort and a more rigid one on the outside for durability. The Techlite is molded around super-strong mesh inserts for unprecedented breathability and featherweight strength. The Baroness's Silverback reflective lining provides a bright interior so you can see your gear better for grabbing things on the fly. Two different entrees (front and top) make packing a breeze, while a buffet of aptly placed pockets hold everything from first aid kits to GPS units perfectly. Amplecompression and stabilizing straps keep your load right where it should be.