MESA XL FOOD BAG
MESA XL FOOD BAG
4.94 / 5.0
(18) 18 total reviews
WHAT FABRIC SHOULD I CHOOSE?
WHAT FABRIC SHOULD I CHOOSE?
Not sure which fabric to choose from the available options? Here's a quick guide on the differences.
If weight of the bag is your biggest concern, then Ultra TX70 and UltraGrid will be your best option. If a bag with more structure and "body" is what you're wanting, then EPX200 or RX30 would be a better choice.
Challenge Outdoor UltraGrid & Ultra TX70:
A solid, lightweight and super strong fabric. UltraGrid is a 100% recycled nylon that's 210D and features a double Ultra fiber ripstop that makes it incredibly strong, and nearly impossible to rip. At 146 gsm, it's a touch heavier than Ultra TX, but offers more color options. UltraGrid is a single layer, woven fabric. It's a Backcountry Exposure favorite.
The ultralight hiker go to. Ultra TX70 is a 3 layer laminate with a 70D polyester ripstop face fabric, crossply ultra fiber and PET film that can be seam taped. It's lighter weight at 99 gsm and is ideal for when grams count.
Challenge Outdoor EPX200:
EPX200 is a laminate style fabric with a recycled 200 denier face fabric and a 70 denier polyester liner that adds durability and strength to the fabric. It's also treated with a C0 DWR coating that makes it water proof.
X-Pac RX Fabrics:
X-Pac RX30 has a 3 layer laminate construction and features a 300 denier face fabric. For maximum durability and structure on the bag, go with RX30.
ARE THE BAGS WATERPROOF?
ARE THE BAGS WATERPROOF?
Backcountry Exposure bags are highly water resistant. All of the fabrics used on our bags are waterproof through environmentally friendly PU and DWR coatings, or lamination.
Bags that use a zipper for the opening are not seam taped or sealed.
Roll Top bags without a zipper ARE seam taped, like the Aven Roll Top Food Bag.
Why do you not seam tape/seal all of your bags?
Seam sealing adds significant time and cost to production and in many cases, sealing isn't necessary for the function of the bag. Our bags will resist water from a light rain and keep contents dry. Any gear items of concern in getting wet should be placed into a dry bag that's designed to be 100% waterproof.
Bags can be seam sealed or taped by you should you decide to do that yourself.
*Note warranty information in making modifications to products.*
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Production LEAD TIME: 4-6 Business Days
- 5-Year Warranty
- Hand Crafted in Utah
- Free U.S. Shipping $60+
The Mesa XL Food Bag expands on the popular Mesa Food bag and adds 2 full liters of capacity. This 6.5 liter capacity bag is designed to carry 2-5 days worth of food, which makes it ideal for the backpacker focused on weekend to multi day trips. The Mesa XL Food Bag will fit about 6-8 freeze dried meal bags laid flat from meal brands like Trail Goods Co, Pinnacle Foods, Peak Refuel and more. You'll have space left over for snacks, lunch food, and drink mixes. All in a zippered bag that's shaped to fit into your backpack without wasting space.
Hikers love the simplicity of placing the bag on the ground, opening the large zipper and having easy access to food inside with the wide opening of the bag.
SPECS & FEATURES:
- Dimensions: 11" x 7.5" x 5"
- Volume: 6.5 Liters
- Will carry approximately 2-5 days of food
- Weight: 60g | 2.1oz
- Webbing grab handle for easy carrying or hanging
- #5 Watertight coil zipper with pull tabs

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Just took the Mesa XL (and 1 L mesa cube for my toiletries) on a trip over the past weekend. Absolutely loved these bags! So convenient to find things, the food bag was perfect length for long handle spoons, and easy to grab the large and little things. Hanging it up was a breeze as well. Can really notice the quality and thought behind them. Highly recommend!
I decided to try the Mesa XL food bag after years of using a roll top food bag and I must say, game changer. The ease of retrieving things from this bag is night and day easier. No harder to hang, easier access to your food and the quality really impresses me.
Kudos Devin, great product, I look forward to trying some of your other items.
Thank you! When I made the very first bag like this for my food in 2018, I also felt like it was a game changer. So glad you're enjoying it!
Wonderfully crafted and useful piece of kit!
Very nice bag! Way lighter than I expected, and yes, I’m very satisfied with my purchase of this bag.