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Arc'teryx Khamsin 50 Backpack - 2746-3356cu in
pack too heavy for alpine climbing @ 4.5 lbs? too small for alpine...
By joh2480480
Ranked #811 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
October 10, 2009
pack too heavy for alpine climbing @ 4.5 lbs? too small for alpine traverses for 2-3 days? Too big for 1 day alpine/winter cragging?
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By Brandon Carlile
Ranked #4 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
October 18, 2009
The Arc'teryx Khamsin 50 can be lightened up a touch by removing the stays, and back panel foam (I'd say fit precedes weight, in that a good carrying pack lightens the overall load feel). For 3 day climbs, if you pack right, a 50 liter should be plenty (I did a 3 day Grand Teton ascent with a 45L Arc'teryx Naos; and that included 3 liter of Cabernet)For day trips, this pack can be compressed from the sides, removing the lid, and by closing down the front pocket. So, No. You do have another good option in the Khazri 55- 5oz lighter, 5 liters bigger, and still compressible; the trade off is features and harness plush.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 210D Ripstorm nylon, 630D Superpack nylon
- Volume:
- [Short] 2746cu in (45L); [Regular] 3051cu in (50L); [Tall] 3356cu in (55L)
- Suspension:
- 2 Aluminum stays, framesheet, padded back panel
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, side
- External Pockets:
- 2 Lid, 1 front
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- 2
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [Short] 4lb 5oz (1900g); [Regular] 4lb 10oz (2100g); [Tall] 4lb 14oz (2200g)
- Recommended Use:
- Alpine climbing, mountaineering, backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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