The Pulse (formerly the Atom+)
The The Pulse hits that sweet spot between a frameless and a fully featured pack.
The lightweight carbon frame and removable hip belt offer just enough support to help you when things get heavy, but are still flexible and light enough for true ultralight adventures.
Feel like you don’t need it? Take the frame out and leave it at home. Want to try hiking hipbelt-less? Take the hipbelt off and see how it feels.
Weight from 650g / 22.92 oz (40L, size M)
Load Capacity 13.5kg / 30lbs
Features
Packing Space
Main Pack body
The main body of the pack is completely open, yours to fill as you wish. It is secured with a roll top closure that clsoes dry bag style.
Large front pocket
The front pocket can be sewn in either Dyneema Stretch material or Bullet Net, both offer capacious storage. The Dyneema Stretch is better for a cleaner aesthetic and off trail bushwacks (doesn't snag easily) and the Bullet net is better for packing wet gear and improved visibility of items but can snag when bushwacking. The bullet net option will increase the measurable volume of your bag by 5L.
Side pockets
Each side pocket can hold 2.5L and is perfectly shaped to carry 2 x 1L smart water style bottles with ease. You can use the elastic drawcord to secure these items whilst walking and, should the elastic ever break or wear out, we have designed it to be easily replaceable.
Load Carrying
S-shaped shoulder straps
Sewn using 10mm foam, durable 210d Robic Extreema face fabric and breathable, soft 3mm spacer mesh.
Carbon fibre hoop frame
Carbon fibre frame that can be removed for 55g weight reduction.
Removable Hipbelt
The hipbelt measures 3 inches wide. It is made with 10mm laminated foam and includes 20mm webbing and hardware. It can be adjusted by pulling in towards the middle and it is secured in the centre of the belt by 50mm hook and loop tape. The belt can be removed for a 90g weight reduction.
Padded back panel
Uses shaped 8mm closed cell foam. Can be removed when pack is empty for a 15g weight reduction.
Sternum strap
Elasticated and height adjustable.
Ice Axe loop
Sewn-in loop to easily connect an ice axe or walking poles.
Customise
Shoulder pockets:
Super stretchy and big enough to hold even the biggest smartphones, a day’s worth of snacks or a 700ml water bottle.
We offer these in sewn in or removable options. Our preferred choice is for sewn in as standard.
Front zig-zag elastic
Removable and designed to be able to store a folded Z-rest or assist with air drying your clothes.
Side Compression options
Elastic: These are there to secure a trekking pole or tent poles when stored in the side pocket, also a handy place to dry socks
Webbing: If you are carrying anything heavy in the side pocket, these are a slightly stronger option than elastic and have much greater compression strength
Specifications
40L
- Weight* 650g / 22.92 oz
- Load capacity 13.5kg / 30lbs
- Height fully unrolled 77.5cm / 30.5
- Circumference at base 79cm / 31"
- Circumference at top 86cm / 34"
- Internal volume 35L
- Side pockets volume 2 x 2.5L
* Based on Medium Torso Size before additional customisations
50L
- Weight* 675g / 23.8 oz
- Load capacity 13.5kg / 30lbs
- Height fully unrolled 84cm / 33"
- Circumference at base 84cm / 33"
- Circumference at top 94cm / 37"
- Internal volume 45L
- Side pockets volume 2 x 2.5L
* Based on Medium Torso Size before additional customisations
The Pulse (formerly the Atom+)
A quick video overview of the Pulse
Simple. Lightweight. Durable.
The Pulse is the quintessential modern hiking pack, effortlessly finding a balance between simplicity and functionality.
Designed for hikers who want to travel light without compromising on comfort, The Pulse incorporates a removable padded hipbelt and a carbon frame into our classic ultralight design.
Good to Know
Can it fit a bear can?
For larger packs (EP40 and above) a BV450 will fit with the base to your back or a BV500 will fit vertically with a little room at the side for a stuffsack.
How long will it take to make?
Making great things takes time! Our lead time lets you know our estimated production time frame, this will change depending on demand, time of year and staff availability.
The up-to-date lead time can be found at the top of every page on our website and is relevant for all unfulfilled custom orders on our books.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping rates are calculated at checkout based on your delivery information.
UK
£3.95 Small Parcel (every small parcel ships on a 2 week lead time)
£7.95 for orders over £140
US
£10 5-10 Days
£25 for orders over £120
Europe
£10 5-10 Days
£25 for orders over £120
The rest of the world
£15 10+ Days
£35 for orders over £120
If you live in a remote location, we may occasionally need to charge a small extra surplus for shipping. This will be calculated when we ship the pack.
Customers outside the UK will not be charged the 20% VAT included in almost all of our prices, but you may be subject to local tax and import duties.
Full details on our shipping page.
Can I check out in a different currency?
Yes! Scroll right down to the bottom of the website and on the left you can select your home currency - this will automatically show you the correct VAT free price for your country.
EcoPak EPX200
Durable and lightweight, EPX200 is a recycled 200 denier face fabric with eco DWR finish, blue 45 degree cross ply and white recycled 70 denier backing fabric.
The EPX200 is our choice for The Atom+ due to its eco credentials, waterproof qualities, light weight and added durability.
Not too shabby on the eye either.
Wears great, feels great, and the customization options allow for a very unique pack to your preference. Hip straps carry the weight nicely, and the shoulder straps are comfortable with no shoulder pain. Can’t wait to really test it out on my PCT thru attempt come next April. (Side note: Customer service was amazing. Very understanding when I made last minute changes to the design before they started making my pack). Thanks for the attention and care to my pack. It shows!
Light weight, hard wearing and very hard to fault. Just completed The Fisherman's Trail with it last month so fully tested (Atom+ 50l). On the scales my weighed 812g including two shoulder pockets, avocado pocket, and two hip pouches - excellent. Only gripes are the Bullet Net is a bit tight - can't fit in nearly as much as I'd hoped and the Front Elastic needs about another 20cm of length (which, tbh, I can probably change out myself). The shoulder pockets are also a bit tight - phone with case won't go in - appreciate you don't want them too baggy but a little bigger would help - the elastic will probably give a little over time so maybe not a major issue. Dropping a star for these gripes maybe a bit harsh, as overall it's a great bag and well worth the investment. I'd be happy to recommend to anyone.
I can not say anything bad about this back, in my opinion and after lots of variations, I settled on my custom pack. It is exactly as I ordered and the materials and build quality are as good if not better than any of my other packs, trail tested over several days and got everything I needed in it with space to play with, comfy on a long multi day hike, I bought the Roo as well but would of preferred to be able to chest mount it like the OMM pod it would be great to see this option in the future. Thanks guys at ATOM PACKS ;)
I ordered the Atom Pulse (custom) for my wild camping and long distance walks and have not been disappointed, it's is light weight and the fit was perfect for my build. I have only used it for wild camping up to now but I was very pleased with the way I could fit all my lightweight gear and make it easily accessible. The total weight I carried when camping was 9.5 kg's and this proved be a comfortable weight on my back and the build feels strong and well made. I look forward to getting a lot more use in the future.
used the atom+ for 3 months of thru hiking in 2023, and several smaller trips over the last two years. it is still in excellent condition, and am particularly impressed with how the front dyeema pocket has held up. looks practically brand new after ~2500 miles. I bought an atom pack for my boyfriend for his CDT thru hike as I was so impressed with the craftsmanship/durability.
