Gear Review
Backcountry Access Stash Alp55 Backpack - 3356cu in
Comfortable and Solid
By Sam Atkins
Ranked #532 - Winter Packs
March 4, 2010
I believe that the negative reviews of this pack are from people who take the pack beyond its design purpose. If you take a light weight pack designed for alpine ascents and back country skiing, how can you expect it to hold up? That is not a fault of the pack.
Carrying loads of 55-60lbs, I have had no problems with the pack fit or comfort. The retention system keeps the pack well balanced and centered without any chaffing or wobbling, even with skis attached. The pack is quite roomy, I have yet to run out of room, even when packed for two nights of snow camping, climbing, and back country skiing. Wonderful for hut trips, long days, or a short alpine climb.
My one drawback of the pack would be the number of bells and whistles. Several hundred grams could easily be lost with a reduction of the daisy chains, zippers, and drawstrings that I have yet to use, even while portaging, and fully loaded with ice gear and skis.
While it is not the cleanest pack out there, it does its job very well and without complaint.
View Details: Backcountry Access Stash Alp55 Backpack - 3356cu in
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 150D Honey comb, 210D high-tenacity nylon
- Volume:
- 3356cu in (55L)
- Suspension:
- Framesheet and aluminum stays
- Waist-belt:
- Padded
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes, comes with Nalgene-compatible hydration system
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, side
- External Pockets:
- External wand pockets
- Snowboard Carry:
- Yes, vertical
- Ski Carry:
- Yes, A-frame
- Gear Loops:
- Daisy Chains
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- Yes
- Weight:
- 3lb 5oz (1502g)
- Recommended Use:
- 2-3 Alpine style ascents, multiday tours
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
Change me.