Gear Review
Arc'teryx Khamski Backpack - 2500-2870cu in
almost perfect pack but...
By bumpersticker
Ranked #1868 - Winter Packs
September 15, 2005
First of all, the materials and workmanship of this pack are among the finest. Arc'teryx must be commanded for that. I find this pack very well designed, originally targeted for skiing, but very versatile and multi-use, can be used for light backpacking and climbing. Other reviewers mentioned that some features are missing. Indeed, this pack is rather minimalist (hence very light) but I find that there are enough pockets (main, kangaroo, outer pouch, top lid, map pocket). Diagonal ski carrying is really a big miss. My biggest complaint is regarding the shoulder straps and hipbelt. The fit and load carrying capability is indeed amazing. However the straps and hipbelt are not as heavily padded as other comparable sized packs (for example Arc'teryx M40 or RT45). And the volume of the Khamski is huge, more than the 43L of the specs actually. The hipbelt is almost only fabric! Yet it performs better than competition. I would give this pack five stars if the shoulder straps and hipbelt were more padded.
View Details: Arc'teryx Khamski Backpack - 2500-2870cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- High-Tenacity 630D nylon
- Suspension:
- HDPE Frame sheet and a 6061 Aluminum Stay
- Back Panel:
- Stretch Woven Thermo Molded
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Torso Sizes:
- M/L
- Seam Sealed:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- Detachable Daypack:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- Yes
- External Pockets:
- Yes
- Snowboard Carry:
- Yes
- Ski Carry:
- Yes
- Volume:
- [reg] 2625cu in, [ext] 2930cu in
- Weight:
- 3lb 1oz
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Recommended Use:
- Backcountry skiing or mountaineering
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