Does this pack have the heavy duty waist strap?
160647
This pack is smaller than a normal backpack and the straps come loose when there is too much weight.
160648
No. It has one that is workable but it is one of the very few drawbacks about this pack.
160649
It has a waist strap, but it is the same as all the other straps and buckles on the pack.
1699224
No it doesn't. I like this belt pack because of the seperate compartments for a small pistol, extra clips, ID, etc.. However, the velcro closure is very strong and difficult to open.Sean
1476903
It doesn't have a waist strap. The outside pouch is perfect for phone, keys et.. But will hold far more than just a couple items. I used ours yesterday, filled two medium size freezer baggies with Melba toast and other crackers for our trip. There was room to spare.
2047137
The belt is 1 1/2" wide. Not sure if I would consider the buckle heavy duty or not. Its definitely heavier than those on my backpack(s). Overall the pack looks to be very well made and is comfortable to wear, my SR40 fits in it perfectly.
1209051
Yes, but you will need to use the waist strap also to keep it in place. Love this backpack! Lots of room.
1820737
It does not. It was 2 straps, so you can carry it as a back pack. Or two handles so you can pick it up, On either end, it also offers two handles that allow you to carry it. But not just 1 single strap as you are asking
511147
It has two very heavy duty steel spines that run the length and rest in the waist belt that give superior support to the pack. As well as a hard plate between the back and padding that helps keep it's form. So yes it does just not in the traditional form I would associate with a long distance hiking pack. It's much stronger and better.
753220
Yes it does. Not great for traveling do to weight. I live the bag, but I would not travel with it due to bring heavy
289291
Yes it does, a very substantial bag with a web carry handle/shoulder swing.
1123045
According to Maxpedition's website, it is supposed to come with a waist strap. Mine did not come with one. I asked the question and complained but never received a response.
1040649
Apparently not. It has a 1-1/2" strap running end-to-end (with a 2-1/2" shoulder pad), but no backpack straps.
1557432
Yes, it has a sternum strap and a waist belt. I removed the sternum strap on mine as I'm tall and the bag isn't that big that it feels loose on the shoulders. It's not technically ventilated I guess, but the padding on the back has channels and grooves in it to help airflow, so it's not just a flat foam pad against your back, there is some topography to it. Try looking at pictures on the manufacturers website, they show stuff in more detail. It's a quality pack!
1956468
I don't know. I sent it back because it was too big. More like a back pack than a fanny pack.
1068931
Yes it does, it has Velcro straps. You will have to readjust it now and again though.
1521320
yes. it's a long skinny velcro strap. we take a fanny pack on our walks so we can hold our bags and training treats for our puppy. i'll buy more bags when we run out.
708901
yes! it comes with a strap that can be removed. i mostly use it as a back pack style
1123047
yes it does.... Waist strap is permanently attached with adjustment and quick connect buckle.