Gear Review
Osprey Packs Switch 26 Pack - 1500-1700cu in
Osprey Packs Rule!
By plu2804647
Ranked #335 - Winter Packs
February 3, 2009
I think Osprey packs are one of the finest out there and the switch 26 is no exception. This is a well thought out winter day/skiing pack. I’ve used this pack about 6 times. It’s the perfect size for a day trip in the back country or some resort skiing. I’ve carried my skis diagonally once without any issues. Haven’t carried them A-frame style yet, except to test the setup, but they feel even more secure that way so I’m not expecting any issues there either. It has a top loading front pocket for your shovel and probe. I think the rear panel access for your lunch or an extra layer of clothing is a great feature. It opens completely for easy access to anything stored there and it works well to keep the snow out of that compartment. Also, if your resort skiing and don’t have a lot of gear in the pack, the straight jacket style cinch straps work great to compress the pack and hold contents in place. This pack is hydration bladder compatible and is insulated. I haven’t had the tube on my bladder freeze yet. I also really like the two zippered pockets on the waist belt. They work perfectly for my camera and a snack. The top pocket works well too. My helmet actually fits as advertised along with my goggles. I’m 5’9” and the medium size fits me perfectly. I highly recommend this pack.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Stretch woven nylon with Lycra, 420D Samurai diamond ripstop nylon, 300D fade-resistant polyester
- Volume:
- [S] 1500cu in (24L); [M] 1600cu in (26L); [L] 1700cu in (28L)
- Suspension:
- Padded shoulder straps, Snowshed back panel with contoured high density polyethylene framesheet
- Hip-belt:
- Yes
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, side zip, back panel zip
- External Pockets:
- 1 Helmet, 1 goggle, 2 hip belt
- Snowboard Carry:
- Yes, vertical
- Ski Carry:
- Yes, A-frame or diagonal
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes
- Shovel Pocket:
- Yes
- Weight:
- [S] 2lb 14oz (1300g); [M] 3lb 1oz (1380g); [L] 3lb 4oz (1470g)
- Recommended Use:
- Inbounds and backcountry skiing and snowboarding, snowshoeing
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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