Gear Review
Black Diamond RPM Backpack - 1587cu in
The RPM kills it!
By Chris Davenport
Ranked #582 - Daypacks - Technical
February 18, 2009
If you like to go fast and far in the mountains, the RPM is an awesome choice. We use it for late spring ski mountaineering missions and speed hikes of summer 14ers. I strap a water bottle holder on the waist belt of the pack, and sometimes a camera body holder as well. the compression cords work well for a quick taking off of the rain coat or even for strapping your skins on. MY buddy Stian Hagen swears by this pack in Chamonix for everything from all day rock routes to steep ski descents.
View Details: Black Diamond RPM Backpack - 1587cu in
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 210D mini ripstop nylon
- Volume:
- 1587 cu in
- Support/Suspension:
- dual-density back panel, lightweight shoulder straps
- Waist-Belt:
- no
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes
- Rain Cover:
- no
- Access Types:
- top
- Snowboard Carry:
- no
- Ski Carry:
- no
- Weight:
- 1 lb 4 oz
- Recommended Use:
- long trad climbs, short day hikes
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
Change me.
2 Comments Last Reply: February 14, 2010 By: Dylan
Sorry I'm dumb- just read on the side there is no ski carry.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Having not seen the pack in person, I haven't been able to see/read online whether there is an easy way to strap skiis to the sides for a steeper bootpack hike BC skiing? Can anyone clear this up? Thanks a lot '
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes