Perfect weekend/climbing/travel pack

By Jordan Scampoli Ranked #36 - Overnight Backpacks (2000 - 2999 cu in) December 27, 2011

This pack does it all..it's my go-to pack for both summer and winter climbing trips and 4-season day hiking adventures, though slightly small for winter multiday trips. It can certainly hold a full rack, rope and accessories if you have a longer approach. It also has the ability to carry skis A-frame style. The tool holsters and crampon patch are almost perfectly designed -- I did break the tri-lock compression pieces on the crampon patch and put in Fastex buckles (also on bottom strap) for easier use with gloves. Just as comfortable on the plane with the removable hip belt. The included bivvy pad is minimalist, but great for grabbing a seat for lunch.

I've seen this baby loaded down with full mixed rack, ropes, tools, fruitboots, and drill (easy 65 lbs) and it didn't bend.

Make no mistake, as with any Gregory pack, it's not the lightest option, but it's rugged as they come and it rides like a Cadillac. Tremendous alpine pack.

View Details: Gregory Alpinisto 50 Backpack - 2700-3100cu in

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