Gear Review
Mountain Hardwear BMG Backpack - 5800-6500cu in
Awesome pack, shredded flesh
By luke_duncan
Ranked #482 - Backpacks
May 31, 2010
Pros: Just as advertised it has a huge hauling capacity with lots of external lashing options for strapping on more group gear to your pack. The frame-sheet and suspension make extremely stable under heavy loads and the durability was not a question (unlike several Osprey packs that shredded on sandstone and ice on their maiden voyages). Surprisingly able to pack down into a relatively functional daypack when stripped of its hood.Ice axe retainers work as advertised and also opened several bottles of beer when I couldn't find my keys. If there really is a way to be super comfortable carrying 80 pounds of gear/food/water let me know.
Cons: Under heavy loads (60+ lbs) with less clothing (shorts and a t-shirt) it can shred some skin from your hips...no complaints in alpine environments. Ice axe retainer popped off with the first use, but was easily repaired with an overhand knot and has been used without incident since.
Overall: 4 stars because of my bloody hips and being able to carry more gear meant that I carried more group gear.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 840D Nylon, 315D Cordura nylon
- Volume:
- 6200cu in (102L)
- Suspension:
- 2 Aluminum stays, framesheet, molded back panel
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- Pockets:
- [External] 1 front, 1 lid, 2 side
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- 6lb 2oz (2790g)
- Recommended Use:
- Mountaineering, guiding, backpackpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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