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DIMENSIONS
64 cm x 32 cm x 24 xm
25,2" x 12,6" x 9,4" (H x W x D) -
VOLUME
38 L
10 gal -
WEIGHT
1550 g
3,4 lbs -
LAPTOP POCKET
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Deuter Futura Pro 38 SL – Women’s Ventilated Trekking Backpack for Long Mountain Hikes
Meet the Deuter Futura Pro 38 SL — the largest and most capable model in the women’s Futura Pro lineup. This highly ventilated women’s trekking backpack is built for long days on the trail, hut-to-hut routes and lightweight multi-day adventures where extra capacity and lasting comfort really matter.
With its generous 38-liter capacity, Deuter’s legendary Aircomfort back system and women-specific SL fit, it delivers excellent ventilation, stable load transfer and ergonomic carrying comfort on demanding hikes. Compared with the smaller models in the range, the Futura Pro 38 SL gives you more room for additional layers, food, safety gear and overnight essentials.
Its VariClick adjustable back length system allows the pack to adapt precisely to your body. Shoulder straps connected directly to the internal frame improve load transfer, while the ergonomic hip fins distribute weight efficiently across the hips — reducing fatigue when the trail stretches longer than expected.
Who is it for?
For hikers and trekkers looking for a women’s trekking backpack with more carrying margin for long mountain hikes, hut-to-hut routes and lightweight multi-day trips. If you need more room for spare layers, extra food, overnight essentials or less predictable mountain conditions, the Futura Pro 38 SL is the strongest option in the women’s range.
What Makes the Futura Pro 38 SL Stand Out
- Extra capacity for longer outings: With its 38L volume, this pack offers more room for extra layers, food, safety gear and overnight essentials needed for longer mountain days.
- Aircomfort ventilation system: A tensioned mesh back panel creates a gap between the backpack and your back, allowing air to circulate freely and reducing sweat during long climbs.
- VariClick adjustable back length: Five adjustment positions allow the pack to adapt to different torso lengths, improving load distribution and stability on uneven terrain.
- SL women’s fit: The carrying system is designed for shorter back lengths and female anatomy to deliver a more precise and comfortable fit.
- Smart trekking organisation: Lid compartments, hip belt pockets, stretch front pocket, side access storage and a separate bottom compartment keep gear organised and accessible on the move.
Whether you are climbing toward an alpine hut, crossing a forest ridge or covering long kilometres on a multi-day trek, the Deuter Futura Pro 38 SL hiking backpack keeps your gear stable, ventilated and easy to access. Trekking poles remain within reach thanks to the shoulder strap quick-release system, while hydration compatibility helps keep water close at hand.
Why Choose the Futura Pro 38 SL?
When your hikes get longer, the weather gets less predictable or your kit list grows, the extra space of the Deuter Futura Pro 38 SL becomes a real advantage. It is designed for women who want more carrying margin for longer distances, colder conditions or more gear-intensive mountain outings.
With 38 liters of volume, you gain enough room for additional clothing layers, food, navigation gear and overnight essentials without moving into a much larger expedition-style pack. It is the right choice when a 30 SL or 34 SL starts to feel restrictive and you want more flexibility, more margin and fewer compromises on the trail.
- Ideal for long mountain hikes
- Excellent for hut-to-hut trekking routes
- Suitable for lightweight multi-day adventures
- More carrying margin for variable mountain weather
- Comfortable ventilation during long climbs
In short, the Futura Pro 38 SL backpack is the best option in the women’s range when your adventures demand extra capacity, extra flexibility and more room for the unexpected.
Looking for a more compact pack for dedicated day hikes? Explore the Deuter Futura Pro 30 SL. If you want the most versatile middle-ground option, the Deuter Futura Pro 34 SL is an excellent choice.
Technical Specifications – Deuter Futura Pro 38 SL
Brand: Deuter
Product type: Women’s trekking backpack
Volume: 38 L
Weight: 1550 g
Dimensions: 64 × 32 × 24 cm (H × W × D)
Recommended load: 6 – 10 kg
Back length: 35 – 56 cm
Recommended body height: 158 – 178 cm
Back system: Aircomfort ventilation system with VariClick adjustable back length
Frame: Flexi spring steel frame
Main material: 210D REC PA X-GRID recycled polyamide
Hydration compatible: Yes, up to 3L reservoir
Compartments: Main compartment with zip-out divider, separate bottom compartment, stretch front pocket, lid pockets, hip belt pockets
External features: Compression straps, trekking pole attachment, ice axe loop, helmet holder compatible
Safety features: SOS label, safety whistle, key clip
Rain cover: Integrated rain cover
Sustainability: PFAS-free DWR coating, recycled fabric, bluesign® approved materials, Green Button certified, ClimatePartner certified
Recommended use: Day hikes, multi-day trekking, alpine hiking, hut-to-hut adventures
FAQ
Yes. With its 38-liter capacity and excellent load distribution, the Deuter Futura Pro 38 SL is ideal for long day hikes and light multi-day trekking trips, especially when staying in mountain huts.
The SL version is specifically designed for women. It features a shorter back length, narrower shoulder straps and a carrying system adapted to female anatomy for a more precise and comfortable fit on the trail.
The Futura Pro 38 SL is the largest model in the women’s range. It provides more carrying margin and more room than the 30 SL and 34 SL, making it better suited for longer outings, more variable conditions and gear-heavier mountain adventures.
Yes. The Aircomfort back system creates a ventilated space between the mesh back panel and your back, allowing continuous airflow that helps reduce sweat and improve comfort during long hikes.
Yes. The pack is compatible with hydration systems up to 3 liters, making it a practical choice for long trekking days, warm-weather hikes and steady movement on the trail.
Yes. The backpack includes an integrated rain cover stored in a dedicated pocket, allowing you to quickly protect your gear when mountain weather changes.
Yes. The backpack is made with recycled fabric and a PFAS-free DWR treatment, and it is certified as a bluesign® product, Green Button certified product and ClimatePartner certified product.
