Technical top-loading day pack with side zip access features a unique compression flap and strap system for carrying skis, snowboards and other gear.
- Fabric flaps and webbing straps hold a snowboard, snowshoes, shovel or other gear--or, flip to the side for securing skis
- Floating top lid pocket keeps essentials close at hand
- Main compartment features a zippered pocket with key clip for securing small items and a large mesh hydration pocket (reservoir sold separately)
- Back, shoulder straps and hipbelt pads are lined with Air Mesh for breathability and moisture-wicking comfort
- Curved, padded shoulder straps with sternum strap, padded hipbelt with stabilizer straps and padded back comfortably and evenly distribute the load
- High-density polyethylene framesheet adjusts easily for a custom curve that fits the shape of your back
- TufGrip lumbar pad keeps bag from slipping
- Dual ice axe loops, two side gear loops and daisy chain let you attach extra gear
- Abrasion- and water-resistant ripstop polyester bag features a Ballistic nylon bottom for long-lasting durability
Andy - Aug 30, 2002 12:25 pm - Voted 4/5
Untitled Review- It’s very comfortable. The shoulder straps/hip belt, though not heavily padded, are extremely comfortable. The framesheet also fits really well.
- It’s got a sleeve in the inside for a hydration bladder. I had never used a hydration bladder before I got this pack and had always thought they were gimmicks to sell more, expensive gear. Now I’m hooked, and wouldn’t think of going hiking without my hydration bladder.
- It’s got lots of ways to attach stuff to the outside. I can attach everything from snowshoes to my fly rod without difficulty, or having the stuff flop allover.
- It’s pretty cheap. For the size I wanted (2500 cu. in. –3000 cu. in.), this pack was much cheaper than anything else on the market.
There are a few things that I don’t like about the pack:- The way the lid ties down to the pack is a little awkward. It’s fine once you get it tied down, but opening and closing things is kind of a pain.
- There aren’t many pockets. Coming from the Kelty Redwing, I was used to storing all kinds of stuff in the outside pockets. Now I’ll I’ve got is the lid. I suppose you run into this problem with just about all top loading packs though.
- If the pack is not filled up almost all the way, then it’s difficult to get everything buckled down correctly so that it stays buckled.
All-in-all, this is a pretty good pack for the money and I’m still happy with it.