M.H. Srambler 30

By BW Ranked #100 - Daypacks - Technical September 7, 2011

Best Scrambler design yet. M.H. has made 3 versions of this pack. First one was pretty bad.. superlight, but super uncomfortable. The second one improved on the flaws of the first (better shoulder straps, waist belt, "hard-wave" framesheet). The third (this one) is closer to an actual climbing pack than a bare bones frameless summit pack (although, it works damn well as a summit pack). The shoulder straps are pretty close to full size in width, and are sufficiently padded (unlike most "summit packs"). The back panel is made of both a thin foam sheet, and a hardwave plastic sheet that flexes vertically, but stays rigid horizonally (and is removeable for stowing). The pack can be stuffed into the top lid pocket (with framesheet removed). Instead of annoying bungee cord, the newest Scrambler has two compression straps on both sides, so you can realistically attach some gear. The downside to the new Scrambler.. its bulkier than past models, so it takes up more room in your approach pack. But, in my opinion, the extra weight is worth having a well featured, comfortable, stable, durable pack available for summit day, rather than a stuff sac with wimpy shoulder straps. When I climb, I always bring a summit pack, and this one is the cadillac of summit packs. Want a lighter one? TNF Verto 26. Sweet summit pack, packs down much smaller than this one, frameless, durable material, best compromise of weight, comfort, and durability.

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