Gear Review
The North Face Prophet 65 Backpack - 4000-4300cu in
Summit Series for the serious
By Ski
Ranked #953 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
June 12, 2009
Fantastic, do-all pack that was able to easily hold all of my gear in an efficient manner without looking like some ragtag bum who carries all of their %@$# precariously on the outside of a pack.
I used this for a 22-mile hike/climb for Mt. Adams and was thoroughly impressed with the pack's managibility and mountaineer-friendly accessories (axe-loops, crampon box, removable top, ect.) as well as its surreal comfort as I trudged through a long slog of snow/mud conditions. The support system that TNF uses with this pack is unlike anything that I have ever seen before (comparing BD, REI, Osprey and Dakine) and has great back ventilation in terms of getting space between the pack and your back for breathability.
Overall, I feel that TNF has produced a fine product here that is both user-friendly and well worth the price...
View Details: The North Face Prophet 65 Backpack - 4000-4300cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 210D Cordura Dyneema, 840D Jr. ballistics, 420 HT nylon
- Volume:
- [M] 4000cu in (65L); [L] 4300cu in (70L)
- Suspension:
- E-VAP Shoulder straps and back panel, removable internal aluminum stays
- Waist-belt:
- Yes, molded
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes, bladder not included
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- External Pockets:
- 1 Zip on lid, 2 front, 2 side
- Snowboard Carry:
- No, straps can be used for vertical carry
- Ski Carry:
- No, side straps can be used as A-frame
- Gear Loops:
- Yes
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes, 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [M] 3lb 9oz (1615g); [L] 4lb 2oz (1870g)
- Recommended Use:
- Alpine climbing, fast and light backpacking, fastpacking, extended backpacking
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- Vietnam
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