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Osprey Packs Stratos 24 Backpack - 1300-1700cu in
Write your question here...Anyone carry skis on this pack? Wondering...
By LET2943892
Ranked #866 - Daypacks - Technical
August 23, 2009
Write your question here...Anyone carry skis on this pack? Wondering how well skis ride since it doesn't have special ski straps but the skis ride vertically just like a snowboard. Concerned about hitting my heels and backs of my legs on the skis or having the skis slipping around. I have telemark skis that are 166. I also snowboard, so I am looking for a pack for day hikes plus backcountry ski/snowboard day trips.
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By mac3864786
Ranked #490 - Daypacks - Technical
April 8, 2011
I've logged 40+ days of carrying a snowboard with this pack and it does it extremely well. The only problem I ever had was when I loaded both a snowboard and skis and had my recently tuned edges slice through a strap.
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By LET2943892
Ranked #866 - Daypacks - Technical
August 24, 2009
Thanks Brent, Checked out the Kode 22...nice bag, but a little too winter specific and I'm not sure how comfortable the coating would feel against your back in the summer. I think all the avy gear & goggle pockets are nice but overkill for a 4-season backpack. If I was getting two packs, one summer and one winter, I would be very interested in the Kode 22. The fabric on it doesn't look as tough. This one will do the job for my snowboard and summer day hiking and I'll have to see how it carries tele skis...might have to get a little creative but usually I have my teles on in the backcountry, either skinning or skiing. How often does one need to carry teles?
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By Brent Doyle
Ranked #690 - Daypacks - Technical
August 23, 2009
Hey, I have not used this pack to carry skis, and someone else needs to weigh in on this question, but I think you should check out one of Osprey Packs' newest offering, the Kode series: http://www.ospreypacks.com/Packs/KodeSeries/ I think the Kode 22 would be absolutley perfect for what you want a pack for, so make sure you check out its features. Backcountry.com does not currently offer this new series, so check out other online retailers if you need it soon. Best of luck and hope this helps!
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 330D Nylon Shadowbox, 210D nylon double ripstop, 500D nylon spacer mesh
- Volume:
- [S] 1300cu in (22L); [M] 1500cu in (24L); [L] 1700cu in (26L)
- Suspension:
- AirCore
- Back Panel:
- AirCore
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- n/a
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, front
- Gear Loops:
- Yes, side straps, dual ice ax loops
- External Pockets:
- 2 Side, front, top
- Snowboard Carry:
- Yes, vertical in front straps
- Ski Carry:
- Yes, vertical
- Recommended Use:
- Day hikes, short trips, bike commuting, school
- Weight:
- [S] 2lb 4oz (1020g); [M] 2lb 6oz (1080g); [L] 2lb 8oz (1130g)
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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