Gear Review
GoLite Peak Backpack - 2318cu in
Great backcountry ski pack
By mjlawonn1907452
Ranked #440 - Daypacks - Technical
February 23, 2011
I've been using this pack for the last month on backcountry ski tours, and I love it. After cutting out the hydration pocket, trimming the straps, and removing the hipbelt padding and pockets this pack probably weighs in at a little over a pound. The back pocket neatly holds the blade of my Voile 402 shovel, BD 2-m probe, Flicklock saw, and first aid gear, while the main compartment easily fits a small sleeping bag, bivy, crampons, rope, skins, lunch etc. Skis can be hauled during booters in an pyramid config. using the compression straps, though in an empty pack this would be a little sloppy given that the pack does not have a rigid frame. I originally bought this pack as a sleeping bag "stuff sack" and day use pack for long multi-day tours where I use an 85 L pack to haul in my gear. Now I've pretty much swapped out my North Face Patrol for this pack for all day tours because of the weight savings. If you're into a minimalist pack with only two pockets, and can deal with the lack of a rigid frame, you'll really dig this pack. Schralp on!
View Details: GoLite Peak Backpack - 2318cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- recycled 210 D nylon, polyester mesh
- Volume:
- 2197 cu in
- Support/Suspension:
- cell foam back panel
- Waist-Belt:
- yes, Convertabelt
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes
- Reservoir Included:
- no
- Rain Cover:
- no
- Access Types:
- top
- Pockets:
- 2 side, 1 front
- Snowboard Carry:
- no
- Ski Carry:
- no
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- no
- Weight:
- 1 lb 10 oz
- Recommended Use:
- lightweight backpacking trips, day trips, adventure races, mountaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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