The Palisades Pack by Ruffwear is a durable, full-featured dog backpack that is ideal for multi-day adventures. It's saddlebags can be removed so you can use the harness on it's own or for rest stops.
Made from a rugged ripstop nylon, the Palisades Pack is a premium back-country dog pack that is loaded with features including detachable saddlebags, two water bladders and a load compression system.
The pack has a strong padded back handle and two leash attachment points. Multiple pockets and an external daisy chain store and organise your dog's hiking essentials and there are also two collapsible hydration bladders that come with the pack.
If you are looking for something more lightweight & streamlined, or for smaller dogs, check out our other packs including the Front Range Day Pack, Singletrak Pack, Approach Pack or Singletrak Pack.
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Great features include:
Removable saddlebags/panniers - the saddlebags attach to the underlying harness system using aluminium & Hypalon fasteners so they can easily be removed at rest stops or river crossings.
Web Master Harness frame - modified with clips to attach the saddlebags, the underlying Web Master Harness has 5 points of adjustability (2 across the belly, and 3 at the chest) to ensure a great fit and pack stability on your dog
BPA-free hydration bladders - Two 1-litre collapsible BPA-free water bladders are included and fit easily into the side pockets so your dog can carry their own water.
Padded back handle - centered on the back is a handle that you can use to assist your dog up and over obstacles
Two lead attachment points - there is a single anodised, aluminium V-ring in front of the handle and another webbing loop further back
Other key features
Cross-load compression system & flopper stoppers to secure pack contents,
Vertical stash pockets for organising gear and storing heavier items closer to your dog
Internal mesh pocket & external gear loops
Reflective trim for better low-light visibility and a light loop that you can attach a safety Beacon light (sold separately)
Sizing
Available in 3 sizes, the Palisades Pack is designed for mid to large sized dogs who are physically fit. If you need a pack for a smaller or less fit dog, check out the Approach Pack, Front Range Day Pack, Switchbak Harness or Singletrak Pack.
To choose the correct size, measure around your dog's girth/chest. It is important that the pack fit snugly so that it does not shift and stays stable. If your dog is in-between sizes, Ruffwear recommends sizing down.
We do not recommend sizing up just to get extra capacity.
* PLEASE NOTE: it is not recommended that your dog carry more than 20% of their body weight in their dog pack - this includes the weight of the pack and the contents.
If your dog is new to dog packs, start with an empty bag and gradually, over a period of days or weeks, work up to a heavier load as your dog gets accustomed to wearing the pack.
Size
Fits Chests Measuring
Capacity
Weight of Pack
S
56-69cm (22-27")
12.5L
0.8kg
M
69-81cm (27-32")
17.5L
0.84kg
L
81-107cm (32-42")
24L
0.98kg
See the 2 videos below to learn more about the Palisades Pack Features and how to fit/adjust the Palisades Pack
Washing Instructions
Pack: Secure fasteners and remove water bottles. Hand wash cool water with mild detergent. Hang dry.
Bottles: Hand wash with dish soap. Rinse thoroughly and air dry. Store with caps removed.
Materials
Shell: 150 denier ripstop polyester
Harness chassis: Laminated, molded bonded mesh and perforated foam
ITW Nexus Airloc side-release buckles
Hypalon reinforced with aluminum pass-through buckle
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