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Heavy duty, ultra-durable, extremely abrasion and weather resistant. With a high centre of gravity and relatively slim profile, the DURA Towers made from 1000D Cordura provide 11L of added capacity and extreme protection for, and easy access to your gear while on the move.
Colours: Dark Navy, Zanskar Blue-Green , Grey, Olive Green
3 Year Warranty
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Brand / Manufacturer | Scramble |
Equipment Category | Carry (Packs, Bags, Pouches) |
Purpose | Backpack, Rucksack Side Pockets, Side Pouches, Pack Extenders |
Materials | 1000D Cordura (380 g/sm) |
Properties | Ultra-Durable, Extremely Abrasion Resistant, Water-Resistant, Easy Access, High Centre of Gravity |
Dimensions | (H x W x D) 50 x 15 x 15cm |
Package Weight (approx.) | 300 g / 10.58 oz |
Item Weight | 200 g / 7.05 oz |
Note: We're expecting weekly deliveries from now into the new year, so if your Tower of choice is currently sold out, please check back soon and we'll likely have it back in stock.
The Tower is a full-zip, detachable, large capacity, vertical (side pod / side pouch) and horizontal pack extender designed to hold all the gear the long distance trekker may need to quickly access between packing up in the morning and setting up at night.
The Towers come in a range of weights, from the lightweight HIT, PAX and limited edition models (120 - 140g) to the ultra-tough DURAs (made from 1000D Cordura and weighing in at 200g). All of the Towers, regardless of weight, are made from the kind of material generally reserved for high stress / high abrasion areas on good to high-end packs and all provide excellent protection from rocky terrain and stormy weather alike. As long as your pack of choice can handle the additional load, the Tower will seriously extend its capacity and in so doing extend your range.
For a deeper dive into the V2 Towers (as well as higher resolution images and a useful "Attributes Table"), see Scramble's product release, their full review and their post on design & materials.
The DURA range of Towers are intended for use in extreme rocky environments (or for carrying heavier than normal loads or for those carrying gear that needs added protection, like photographers). Ideal for arid rocky terrain and any situation where durability and bombproof toughness override weight concerns.
All Towers provide:
The Version 2 Towers have had some minor upgrades: 1) extended lower side loops to ensure perfect centering when strapped in a horizontal position and 2) a much better (removable) carabiner for the top loop when attaching to packs for added stability.
1. Warranty & Repair
Scramble's 11L Towers all come with a 3 year warranty should they fail and that failure is Scramble's fault (i.e. due to manufacture / workmanship). Depending on the nature of the problem Scramble offer a simple repair, replace or refund policy.
Note: Using the Tower in any way other than its intended usage, i.e. using it as a bag, hanging it fully loaded via its attachment loops etc. will void the warranty (we know you wouldn't do these things, but some people aren't so smart). The attachment loops, though very strong and likely capable of handling such loads, are there as guides for webbing straps and for cinching the Tower to a pack to aid stability.
2. Aftercare
Washing Instructions
Do NOT machine wash. The Tower will last much longer if it never sees the inside of a washing machine.
To wash simply wipe down with a sponge and lukewarm soapy water. Then rinse off with cold water from a tap, hose or shower.
Leave it somewhere to hang and dry naturally (it will dry reasonably quickly even indoors). Do NOT tumble dry or dry next to a heat source !!!
Re-Proofing
The occasional spray of Nikwax's Tent & Gear SolarProof and/or Nikwax's TX Direct will help to keep the Tower UV and water-resistant. Once or twice a year is generally sufficient, but of course this depends very much on usage.
Always use the spray on versions NOT the wash in (that's more applicable for garments and we want to avoid washing machines).
For the HEX models we recommend brush coating with Fabsil or Fabsil Gold.
Home storage
Simply make sure the Tower is dry before long term storage. Obvious, but hey.