Patagonia Black Hole Mini Hip Pack Review

Choose the Patagonia Black Hole Mini Hip Pack (shop now) for a small, lightweight hiking fanny pack in great colorways that’s made with recycled materials. It features a front external pocket for small items like a tube of lip balm or sunscreen. The main compartment houses a key clip and security pocket, which can be inverted, forming its own stuff sack. However, this feature is unimpressive – in what scenario is that actually helpful? The 1L size is great for hiking in, as it minimizes weight and bulk, but pushes the boundaries a bit for how small it’s worth going. We wouldn’t want any less than one liter. Nonetheless, Black Hole Mini is a beloved fanny pack design, gets rave user reviews, and is preferable to the full size 5L Black Hole which is clunky and too big for hiking when you also carry a pack.

• Volume: 1L
• Weight: 3.5 oz
• Price: $35
• Fabric: Recycled Ripstop Nylon

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