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Black Diamond Covert Winter Pack - 1343-1953cu in
Can someone please explain the intended way to carry an ice axe...
By codemonkey
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 codemonkey
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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