Gear Review
Black Diamond Anarchist Avalung Winter Pack - 1953-2563 cu in
Just the right features
By Fool4Gear
Ranked #530 - Winter Packs
December 9, 2010
The feature set for this pack is very nice- avalung, hydration system, accessible back pocket for your shovel/probe/wet stuff, generous main compartment, twin axe/tool loops, compression straps/ski straps... this is a very flexible mission pack- anything from just your avy gear to an overnight bivy will fit in there.
Standout detail: In addition to the standard top-access to the main pack, you can access the main compartment from the packframe side: thus, you can leave the waistbelt clipped, rotate it around your body to the front, and get at your dry gear without having to put the pack down in the snow.
Only downside to date: I've found that when the brain/top compartment is pulled down snug over the top of the framesheet, the front edge covers the buckles for the load lifter straps, which makes adjusting them with gloves awkward. Given the overall quality and utility of this piece, this is a minor detail.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 420D ballistic nylon, 840D ballistic nylon
- Volume:
- (small/medium) 40 L, (medium/large) 42 L
- Support/Suspension:
- aluminum stay
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes
- Access Types:
- top, back panel
- Pockets:
- 2 lid, 1 front, 1 waist
- Ski Carry:
- yes, a-frame & diagonal
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Weight:
- (small/medium) 1810 g, (medium/large) 1830 g
- Recommended Use:
- backcountry skiing, hut trips, ski mountaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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