Gear Review
The North Face Prophet 65 Backpack - 3800-4150cu in
Summit Series for the serious
By Ski
Ranked #1265 - 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 - 3800-4150cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Cordura Bombastic nylon (315D)
- Access:
- top
- Pockets:
- 1 external crampon, 2 lid stash, 1 internal
- Shovel Pocket:
- no
- Support/Suspension:
- V-stay frame
- Waist-Belt:
- yes
- Ski Carry:
- yes, adjustable
- Snowboard Carry:
- no
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes
- Reservoir Included:
- no
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Climbing Gear Loops:
- 2
- Rain Cover:
- no
- Weight:
- (s) 4 lb, (m) 4 lb 1 oz, (l ) 4 lb 3 oz
- Volume:
- (s) 73 L, (m) 78 L, (l ) 85 L
- Recommended Use:
- technical pursuits, high-alpine adventures, mountaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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