Ortovox Peak 29 Pack - 1770cu in - 2005 BCS

This pack (and other Ortovox packs) have so much potential. I wanted to hold onto this pack so bad. I had been looking for these exact features! However, the torso length is far too small and was returned for this very reason. Hip belt does not rest on the hip bones, as needed. But instead above the navel! I’m personally 5ft-10, 170lbs. I'd like to know who’s measurements were used prior to manufacturing..? Certainly wasn’t an average adult. I wish Ortovox would provide other sizes! The pack otherwise has many great features.Perhaps, Ortovox will mature one day and provide for average market. When that day comes, other manufacturers might have some stiff competition.Huge bummer!

So I purchased this pack at 4 in the morning while drunk and surfing. I do not actually ski much but this pack works great for quick weekend hikes or small excursions. The ice axe loops hold a hatchet just as good, and the other gear loops provide for plenty of storage, meanwhile this pack is sealed up tight from the elements and the flex frame allows for comfort during trail running (as I use it) or skiing as it was made.

Great pack, but terrible! for carrying snowboard. I would look for something else if snowboarding as it has only 1 strap to hold the board vertically. all though it works its very unstable without a second strap. Apart from that the pack is awesome. Comfortable 0-flex frame. Easy to use iceaxe holders/skipole holders. Separate quick access avy gear pocket is a little small and can be difficult to get probe and shovel handle in on the 29L model, but they do fit. Quality is excellent. 4/5 as a ski pack. 2/5 for snowboarding.

This is a well thought out pack. It has a nice exterior access for shovel, handle, and probes. It fits well and carries a typical day tour load with ease. It carries skis well but doesn't have a diagonal carry, not a big deal since the skis sit up high enough from hitting my legs. The top lid access is little small but big enough for the essentials. Good durable materials and watertight zips. I'm surprised there aren’t more reviews.