Ruffwear Approach Pack, Blue Dusk
NEWLY DESIGNED
A backcountry day pack and light overnight pack with excellent performance, fit, and functionality. Radial cut saddlebags attached to an integrated harness with a breathable chassis.
WHAT'S NEW
A staple in our pack lineup, the Approach Pack's updates were inspired by customer feedback.
- More breathability and flexibility with a perforated, molded foam chassis
- Overall weight savings and improved colorfastness with new materials
- Updated "flopper stopper" system for easier use when stabilizing saddlebags against the harness chassis
- More streamlined, refined saddlebag volumes
The Approach Pack is an everyday dog pack that provides dogs with the ability to efficiently carry a load, generating instant four-legged motivation to explore. The integrated harness enhances fit, pack stability, and overall performance. Radial cut saddlebags create a passive compression system that is form fitting and better load carrying.
Combined with the lightweight materials and a streamlined design, the Approach backpack is comfortable and allows dogs to carry trail necessities on day hikes and light overnight adventures with their humans.
A good rule of thumb for how much dogs can carry in their packs is no more than 25% of their bodyweight. If your dog is new to dog packs, start with a light load and slowly work up to a heavier load as they get used to wearing the pack.
- Five points of adjustment for an optimal fit
- Two leash attachment points: aluminum V-ring and reinforced webbing loop
- Padded handle and girth straps offer even load dispersion for controlled and comfortable lifting
- Radial cut, weight-forward saddlebags and flopper stoppers stabilize pack and contents
- Vertical stash pocket for organizing gear and storing heavier items closer to dog
- External gear loops for additional gear organization and quick on-the-trail access
- Reflective trim for visibility in low-light conditions and light loop for attaching The Beacon™
VOLUME
- XS: 305 in3 (5 L)
- S: 610 in3 (10 L)
- M: 793 in3 (13 L)
- L/XL: 1281 in3 (21 L)
FEATURES

TRAIL-READY
- Trail-ready details: stash pockets and external gear loops.

PADDED HANDLE
- Padded handle and non-slip girth straps offer good load dispersion for controlled and comfortable lifting.

EFFICIENT CARRY
- Radial cut, weight-forward saddlebag design creates passive compression that stabilizes pack contents.
SIZE / CAPACITY
Size |
Girth |
Capacity |
X-Small |
17”- 22” (43-56cm) |
6 Liter |
Small |
22”- 27” (56-69cm) |
12.5 Liter |
Medium |
27”- 32” (69-81cm) |
14.5 Liter |
Large/X-Large |
32”- 42” (81-107cm) |
24 Liter |
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