Gear Review
DAKINE Blade Backpack - 2300cu in
Good pack for BC
By Aaron Mills
Ranked #851 - Winter Packs
February 9, 2010
This is a pretty nice pack for backcountry excursions. It carries all my avy gear, snow saw, first aid kid, a few extra layers, and *still* has room for more stuff. The padded goggle pocket is nice, as is the accessory pocket up top - allowing you to stash gear for quick access.
I had some difficulty using the hydration sleeve with my camelback. I had to take the "L" valve off to get the tube all the way through. I also wasn't happy with the fact that the hydration bladder isn't segregated from the rest of your gear; it's just one large pocket.
All in all, this is a great pack. A bit large for inbounds use, but it'll take you anywhere you need to go.
View Details: DAKINE Blade Backpack - 2300cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 630D nylon, 1260D ballistic nylon
- Volume:
- 38 L
- Waist-Belt:
- yes, padded
- Pockets:
- (external) 1 billowed stash, 1 front shovel, 1 top zippered
- Weight:
- 3.3 lb
- Recommended Use:
- touring
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
- Access Types:
- top, back panel
- Shovel Pocket:
- yes
- Support/Suspension:
- padded backpack straps
- Rain Cover:
- no
- Ski Carry:
- yes, diagonal, , A-frame
- Snowboard Carry:
- yes, horizontal, , vertical
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 1
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes, insulated sleeve
- Reservoir Included:
- no
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