Almost Perfect

By Nat Cor Ranked #1214 - Winter Packs April 6, 2009

I took this pack on a snow camping overnight. I had it loaded w/ 30+ lbs. The Shoulder strap w/ the avalung tube is uncomfortable. More tuning may be required on my part. The Hip belt has no padding but was not a problem. 2500cu makes a great overnight pack yet still sucks down for day trips.
The lid pocket could be a little bit bigger.
I use a BD deploy 3 shovel and it doesn't fit in the dedicated pocket w/ the handle attached. But it can be fished out of the side pocket. A larger shovel may be more difficult.
I wanted a pack w/ an insulated camelback tube and larger than 1800cu. And this pack serves that well. I love the pocket on the outside of the pack. Its great for large accessories like mittens, goggles and more w/ our having stuff buried. I have no plans of returning it. I give it a conservative rating based on comfort. And w/ any pack you have to learn how to pack it for you.

View Details: Black Diamond Anarchist Avalung Winter Pack - 1953-2563 cu in

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