Description
The Trail Force 20 is a product specifically designed for multi-day races where more gear needs to be carried. As as vest it is also a lightweight alternative to classic hiking backpacks with similar capacities and is far superior to a standard backpack when running or scrambling. Balance is one of the keys to stability and the Trail Force 20 has been carefully designed for optimal balance with the front pockets that hold both hydration and food as well as essential gear ensuring it does not bulk up the back of the pack. Pockets are intentionally positioned both on the inside and outside of the pack for optimal organisation and fast access to gear. The innovative pole carry system is derived from the X-press ski carry system on our ski mountaineering backpacks. It allows the poles to be attached and removed without stopping or removing the pack. This system uses elastic cords that are fixed to the poles that can then be captured by a carabiner (included). Once the poles are clipped together, the carabiner gets clipped to a loop on the bak left side of the pack and then the tips get captured by the X-press strap on the right shoulder for a very secure and fast attachment.
-Constructed from stretch-resistant durable polyester with a water repellant treatment.
-Shoulder straps and back constructed from soft and lightweight 3D mesh.
-Soft back with thin perforated padding to enhance breathability/
-Soft edging for comfort against the body.
-Two soft flask holders on the shoulder straps are compatible with the SF 300 & 600 and utilise bungee cords to hold bottles in place when they're not full.
-Two wide pockets for gloves and accessories on the shoulder straps.
-Main back compartment is easily accessible from the top.
-Elastic cord load compression system.
-Internal pocket with key holder and sleeve for hydro bag or layers to be kept separate.
-External elastic mesh pockets.
-Front closure system with straps and fast buckles is height adjustable.
-Easy and fast lateral width adjustment system with elastic.
-Innovative trekking poles holder derived from the X-press ski carrying system on our ski mountaineering packs allow poles to be attached and detached while running and without removing the pack.
-Back loops for trekking poles holder, racing bib, signal chip or safety lamp.
-Hydration compatible.
-Available in 2 sizes for optimal fit: XS-M (150-170 cm), M-L (175-195 cm)
An order containing multiple items with different shipping times will by default ship on the timeframe of the slowest item, however, Gearshop reserves the right to split ship orders where we feel it is required.
Shipped goods will be left at a place deemed suitable by couriers, typically at your front door. If you need to sign for the parcel, please indicate this in the delivery instructions when completing your order address.
Shipping Charges
All charges are in New Zealand Dollars.
New Zealand
- $8.99 standard shipping on all New Zealand orders
- A $2.81 surcharge applies to residential addresses due to courier charge structures. This surcharge can be avoided by shipping to a business address
- A $7 surcharge applies to all NZ rural addresses. We cannot ship to PO Boxes or Private Bags
- A $10 surcharge applies to Chatham Islands and Waiheke Island addresses
- A shipping charge of up to $85 (North Island) or up to $95 (South Island) applies to each oversized or heavy item
- We cannot ship oversized or heavy items to Chatham Islands
International
- $19.99 shipping on all Australian orders
- Shipping charges to other international destinations range between $37.99 and $185
- We cannot ship oversized or heavy items internationally
Shipping Times
We aim to process and dispatch your order as fast as possible. While in most cases this will happen within 24-72 hours, it can take up to 5 business days, depending on what is ordered. In some cases, like during peak season and holiday periods, it may take longer. Shipping and processing times are a guide only, not a guarantee.
An order containing multiple items with different shipping times will by default ship on the timeframe of the slowest item, however, Gearshop reserves the right to split ship orders where we feel it is required.
After dispatch, delivery is normally overnight within the South Island and 1-3 business days within the North Island. Rural addresses could take up to an additional 2-4 business days. At this time, we do not offer urgent delivery as a standard freight option, however if you require your order urgently, please contact us before ordering to ensure that we can meet your delivery timeframe. We aim to deliver your order within the following timeframes:
New Zealand
- North Island: 3-7 business days
- North Island rural: 3-7 business days
- Waiheke Island: 4-8 business days
- South Island: 2-6 business days
- South Island rural: 2-6 business days
- Chatham Islands: 7-10 business days
- Oversized or heavy items: 5-7 business days to all NZ addresses (excluding Chatham islands)
International
Australia: 7–10 business days (metropolitan areas only).
Canada: 10 business days
Hong Kong: 10 business days
UK/Ireland: 10 business days
USA: 10 business days
Every now and then, life throws a curveball and deliveries might take a little longer. We're doing our best to get your goods to you ASAP. If you've got any questions about your order, just give us a shout.
We're actually pretty speedy most of the time. After dispatch, around 92% of our orders zoom to your door within 5 days. In the South Island 79% of those arrive in 2 days. And for the North Island 85% of orders make it in 5 days. We're always keeping a watchful eye on freight times to ensure the best experience for our customers. Watch this space for our full freight review.
Usually, your stuff should reach you within the expected time. However, no need to stress if it takes a little longer than 5 days, occasionally things don't go exactly to plan. If you need something super soon and it's less than 6 days before your desired delivery date, just chat with us before ordering.
Keep in mind, we can't give refunds for delays beyond our control or if you've ordered last-minute without letting us know. We're all about making things smooth, so drop us a line if you're unsure.
Kindly note that if a package happens to go missing, Gearshop won't be able to offer a replacement or refund if the courier can provide evidence of delivery. Important note: If you haven't received your order within 7 days of your Shipping Confirmation email, please let us know right away so that we can follow up with the courier. Due to courier policies, we are unable to accept claims for non delivery, loss or damage after 12 days from shipping.
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Note that international orders for footwear may or may not be shipped with original boxes, due to shipping volume restrictions.
Click & Collect
We now offer Click & Collect as an option via our website, you can place your order and select to collect. In some cases your order may be available the same or next day, but that may not always be the case, so we will notify you by text message or email where possible, when your order is ready to be collected. this could be up to 48 hours after ordering. So try and include a cell phone number with your order. If you need something urgently, give us a call or email before placing the order, to make sure we have it available for you right away.
Payment & Security
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