How to pack your Oryx
Take a look at the Oryx in action as Chris Wise takes you through his way to pack ultralight. Paired down and simplified, this is how to turbo-charge your hiking.
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The Oryx is a high-performance ultralight backpack designed for hikers who want to move efficiently without sacrificing comfort or load support.
Weighing in at 800-900g, this Large version is built to fit a torso length of 54โ58cm, offering a balanced, stable carry for multi-day trips and fastpacking adventures.
๐ Not sure about your size?
See our guide: How To Measure Yourself for Your Ultralight Backpack
๐ฟ๐ฆ Made to order in South Africa
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This Large pack comes in a bottle greenย body, paired with:
The pack features a roll-top closure with a single main compartment (no internal divisions), allowing you to easily compress volume as your load reduces throughout your trip.

44L total โย 40L internal + up to 4L external pocket capacity
52L total โ 47L internal + up to 5L external pocket capacity
(Side water bottle pockets: ยฑ1.5L each, not included in total volume)
Every Oryx pack is built around a lightweight but supportive structure:
Aluminium frame is included as standard, and if you choose the tubular frame, you will get both frames and will be able to swop them out according to your needs.ย
Dial in your setup for comfort and performance:
The Oryx comes fully equipped with practical, trail-tested features:
Built with real trail use in mind, the Oryx includes thoughtful design elements throughout:
Choosing the right ultralight backpack size is key to both comfort and overall enjoyment on the trail. Hereโs how to determine the ideal pack volume for your needs.
Your Oryx is built to last you many years. To keep it looking brand new, follow our care guidelines
If you damage your backpack on your next adventure, the studio will repair it for you. Contact us at hello@niya.co.za to arrange your repairs.
Take a look at the Oryx in action as Chris Wise takes you through his way to pack ultralight. Paired down and simplified, this is how to turbo-charge your hiking.
A first in South Africa, the Oryx is built to fit your specific torso length and hip width. Here's how to measure yourself to ensure you're choosing the correct size Oryx for your build.
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