La Sportiva Aeris & Challenger Packs: Spring 2027 Release
A closer look at what’s coming, what makes it different and what to know before you choose.
La Sportiva announced this pack and carrying-accessory range for Spring 2027. We’ll add our prices, available options and arrival dates as soon as we know more.
Aeris 6 and 12 vests, Aeris 26 and 34 packs, Challenger 18, Aeris 2 belt and the poles quiver are separate products. Choose capacity and carrying format first, then verify fit and accessory compatibility. A belt or quiver is not automatically included with another model.
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Models covered in this guide
La Sportiva Aeris 6 Trail Vest
- Capacity: 6 liters
- Included hydration: Two 500 ml HydraPak soft flasks
- Back panel: Spacer AirMesh
- Published weight: 240 g
- Storage: Quick-access front pockets and minimal rear layout
View La Sportiva Aeris 6 Trail Vest details and signup.
La Sportiva Aeris 12 Trail Vest
- Capacity: 12 liters
- Included hydration: Two 500 ml HydraPak soft flasks
- Back panel: Spacer AirMesh
- Storage: Multi-pocket rear layout and zipped front pocket
- Reinforcement: PowerMesh zones
View La Sportiva Aeris 12 Trail Vest details and signup.
La Sportiva Aeris 26 Backpack
- Capacity: 26 liters
- Published weight: 650 g
- Fabric: Recycled 100D high-tenacity nylon
- Main compartment: Taped, expandable roll-top
- Hydration: Compatible sleeve
View La Sportiva Aeris 26 Backpack details and signup.
La Sportiva Aeris 34 Backpack
- Capacity: 34 liters
- Published weight: 750 g
- Fabric: Recycled 100D high-tenacity nylon
- Main compartment: Taped, expandable roll-top
- Hydration: Compatible sleeve
View La Sportiva Aeris 34 Backpack details and signup.
La Sportiva Challenger 18 Alpine Pack
- Capacity: 18 liters
- Published weight: 380 g
- Fabric: Challenge Ultra TX50 Sailcloth
- Main compartment: Fully seam-sealed roll-top
- Carry features: Ice axe attachment and two 500 ml flask-compatible pockets
View La Sportiva Challenger 18 Alpine Pack details and signup.
La Sportiva Aeris 2 Trail Belt
- Capacity: 2 liters
- Pockets: Reinforced PowerMesh
- Hydration storage: Front flask sleeve
- Retention: Rear bungee
View La Sportiva Aeris 2 Trail Belt details and signup.
La Sportiva Aeris Poles Quiver
- Compatibility: All Aeris vest systems, per manufacturer
- Purpose: Trekking pole storage
- Collection: Spring 2027
View La Sportiva Aeris Poles Quiver details and signup.
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Sources and what is still unknown
The manufacturer sources below cover the published details. Final sizes and colors may change; check the exact model before planning your setup.
- La Sportiva manufacturer announcement — 7 models in this guide.
First published September 15, 2026. This preview draws on the sources above, rather than a hands-on test.