Gear Review
Black Diamond RPM Backpack - 1587cu in
Great lightweight/light-load pack
By Chope
Ranked #880 - Daypacks - Technical
July 29, 2009
I bought this for long multipitch climbs and approaches, the kind where you don't leave anything at the base and can't take a big, stiff, heavy pack. I love the zip opening on the top. It's great for access to everything inside with minimal fiddling (no buckles or drawstrings). There's not good way to carry a rope with it, so you partner will have to haul the rope. I've used it to carry a full rack (cams, nuts, runners), harness, shoes, and a 3L water bladder for a 6mile approach. It's comfy. I miss the waistbelt (the little webbing one doesn't take the load, it just stabalizes). The side mesh pockets are accessible without removing the pack if your reasonably flexible in the shoulders. It's a keeper. I picked up the Speed 30 to carry a rope.
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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
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