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Black Diamond Covert with Avalung Winter Pack - 1343-1953 cu in

Item #BLD0947 | 299 in Stock

I just bought this pack and loved everything about it except...

By Ranked #878 - Winter Packs January 18, 2009

I just bought this pack and loved everything about it except for the fact that it killed my shoulders. I had crampons, a shovel, a probe, 3 liters of water, other gear and snowshoes an my pack. I climbed a Colorado 14er with this pack for the first time which is why I wanted it for but even though I balanced the weight of it on my hips, it still seemed to hurt my shoulders very badly. Am I just a pussy or am I doing something wrong? Has anybody else had this problem? None of my other packs hurt my shoulders like this pack.

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By Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete Ranked #57 - Winter Packs May 1, 2009

Sounds like a good amount of gear for that pack. I've loaded mine to the max and it's not the most comfortable either. I go with the 42L Anarchist for heavier loads. Could just be we are both pussies though?

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By Ranked #29 - Winter Packs January 19, 2009

I had the same problem while hiking with my 32 L Anarchist today, except only on the strap with the avalung tube in it. I havent figured out if it was adjusted wrong or what, but i was getting sore after a short hike.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
420D and 1300D Nylon 
Volume:
[22L] 1343cu in; [32L] 1953cu in 
Suspension:
Thermoformed shoulder straps and Y-rod back-panel 
Waist-belt:
Yes, thermoformed 
Hydration Compatible:
Yes 
Rain Cover:
No, water-shedding materials 
Access Types:
Panel access 
External Pockets:
1 Front avalanche pocket 
Snowboard Carry:
Yes 
Ski Carry:
Yes 
Gear Loops:
No 
Ice Axe Loops:
Yes 
Shovel Pocket:
Yes 
Weight:
[22L] 2lb 14oz (1.3kg); [32L] 3lb 7oz (1.57kg) 
Recommended Use:
Backcountry skiing 
Warranty:
1 Year 
Country of Origin:
Philippines 
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