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Black Diamond Covert Winter Pack - 1343-1953cu in

Item #BLD0949 | 71 in Stock

Can someone please explain the intended way to carry an ice axe...

By Ranked #82 - Winter Packs February 24, 2009

Can someone please explain the intended way to carry an ice axe with this pack? Do I just girth hitch the head with the bottom loop? The instructions were a bit lacking to say the least.

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By Ranked #82 - Winter Packs February 25, 2009

okay, see the loops on the bottom? you drop your axe through (upright), then flip it over so it's upside-down and cinch the elastic toggle around the shaft. should be pretty secure, though a cover for the bottom spur is a smart idea----------------------------I added a photo below of what I've been trying. I don't think I understand your method - is it just the tension of the elastic that holds it in place? - cm-----------------------------That's it. It's the tension of the elastic that holds it close to the pack, but the strap holds it up. It'll seem much more solid when the pack's got some stuff in it.------------------------------------------Ah cool, thanks. I think what confused me was that my axe is 80cm (I'm somewhat tall), and using the above method there's not enough length in the elastic to loop over the shaft. I have to thread the axe through the elastic loop first, then create the hitch. - cm

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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] 1lb 15oz; [32L] 2lb 8oz 
Recommended Use:
Backcountry skiing 
Warranty:
1 Year 
Country of Origin:
Philippines 
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