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Backcountry Access Stash Pack - 976cu in
How comfortable is this on a ski lift? And is the insulation...
By kenneth.go299884
Ranked #1524 - Winter Packs
February 21, 2009
How comfortable is this on a ski lift? And is the insulation really that much better than camelbak?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Jordan
Ranked #1030 - Winter Packs
January 25, 2010
re: "is the insulation really that much better than camelbak" The reason I'm interested in this pack is because of my first hand account yesterday. I was riding with two friends. One had this pack, the other had a camelbak pack (forget the model) We were at Vail, huge powder day with pretty cold temperatures. I believe the high maybe hit 13 degrees F, but with the wind on exposed ridges it was much colder. Needless to say with the temps, wind and pow, the packs were exposed to the elements. The BCA pack's hydration system never froze all day. The camelbak's hydration system was frozen by 10am and never thawed until we got back to the car. I'm sold.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Douglas Falch
Ranked #1050 - Winter Packs
October 27, 2009
This pack is very comfortable on the lift. It sits very close to the back and even when full does not expand so far that you feel like you are going to pitch forward on the lift. The compromise is that your ability to carry gear is limited. For inbounds skiing (i.e. with kids where you need to carry extra stuff) and side-country/slack-country ventures, this a great choice.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Shane O'Donnell
Ranked #17 - Winter Packs
May 7, 2009
The insulation is pretty good, keeps water flowing in most temps, up to the retarded -20 degree C days. And it is pretty comfortable on the lift, although most places ask you to take it off and hold it.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Ballistic nylon, Outlast mesh
- Volume:
- 976cu in (16L)
- Suspension:
- Padded shoulder straps and hip-belt
- Waist-belt:
- Yes
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes, 70oz bladder included
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Panel
- External Pockets:
- No
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- Yes, diagonal
- Shovel Pocket:
- Internal shovel, probe pockets
- Weight:
- 26oz (737g)
- Recommended Use:
- Resort, gate access backcountry skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
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