DAKINE Guide Backpack - 3000 cu in - 2006 BCS

Great first pack for me. I used it a few weeks ago to hike tuckermans ravine on mount Washington with all my gear, it fit all my stuff great and It did the job well through the rain and kept everything completely dry. Although this is the only pack I have owned, it is great and I would definitely recommend it

I used the Dakine Guide backpack for a 3 week trip to Europe. Close contenders were the Osprey Porter 46 and the Gregory G Pack. The fabric of the ultralight Gregory seemed too fragile for train travel. The Osprey offered better security. I went with the Dakine because I foresee using this pack all winter. My crosscountry skis and snowshoes will carry nicely, and I made sure my kid's snowboard strapped on well, too. I was able to tuck the many straps for travel during plane and train travel. Good volume and convenient access through back panel.

I owned a version of this pack that was a few years old and I am disappointed in the new style. I think the old style had more versatility and had all the options the new one does. However, on the positive side this pack has great access to the main cargo pocket.

I actually got this backpack for my boyfriend. Before I got it for him, he was borrowing the exact same one from a friend for Summer skiing. He said it's one of the most conveniently designed ski bags he's used- just the perfect size for a day trip or for backcountry skiing.

Great pack good for a day pack or overnight. Plenty of room. Nice and light. Back and side entry is great. You can access stuff in the pack without unloading it from the top. Awsome! Also comes with the great warrenty and quality Dakine always delivers.