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CAMP USA H5 Backpack
Decent backpack but not for mountaineering
By Explorations
Ranked #260 - Daypacks - Technical
April 12, 2011
Pros:
* Good, general purpose pack
* Adjustable back
* Plenty of pockets, including three substantial outside pockets
* Plenty of straps
* Removable hip belt
Cons:
* The pack itself is not waterproof. The provided rain cover could take care of stormy weather but it is not practical for snow climbs.
* The mesh padding on the back is way too soft. If you carry a loaded pack the padding will flatten out substantially, sealing off the ventilation channels. (Compare with Gregory or Lowe packs.)
* I have not found the advertised "helmet compartment". The large front pocket does not expand out enough to be it. With some effort I have managed to squeeze a climbing helmet into it but the pocket expanded inward into the pack as much as outward so if the pack was full the pocket would be too small.
* Feeble spiral zipper on the sleeping bag compartment.
* Removable lid does not have a built-in waist belt.
* Just one ice axe loop.
P.S. The blue color is much lighter than the web image suggests.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Coated high-dernier ripstop nylon
- Volume:
- 3417cu in (56L)
- Suspension:
- Aluminum alloy stays, nylon mesh
- Waist-belt:
- Yes, removable
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- Yes
- Access Types:
- Top
- Pockets:
- [External] 2 side stretch, 2 side zip, 1 helmet compartment, 1 top, 2 strap; [Internal] Multiple compartments
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- Axe / trekking pole holder, rope straps
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 1
- Weight:
- 3lb 13oz (1.75kg)
- Recommended Use:
- Mountaineering, hiking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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