In 1993, a small group of people who had weathered years in the outdoor industry decided to get together and form Mountain Hardwear. In addition to working in the outdoor industry, the Mountain Hardwear founders were avid outdoors people themselves Mountain Hardwear has always focused on bringing radical thinking to the gear they make. That's why they have a section in our website that talks about the innovation they've built into their products. The Mountain Hardwear Lander backpack is made with durable materials and designed to take you wherever you need to go. whether keeping your laptop safe or strapping in your hydration pack for a day hike, the Lander will get you there in comfort. With a padded back panel and shoulder straps with spacer mesh to keep you ventilated and side compression straps for load control. Durable, technical materials, combined with a highly functional design, to take you as far as you are ready to go.