Gear Review
Black Diamond Anarchist Winter Pack - 1953-2563cu in
Good big day or short hut ski trip pack
By paulj
Ranked #372 - Winter Packs
April 2, 2008
I have taken it out for 3 single day b/c ski trips so far. The pack is comfortable and feals sturdy. The hydration setup for the hose in the shoulder strap is excelent. I had no problem fitting the G3 guide shovel and a probe in the front shovel pocket (I actually stuffed a pack rain cover in there also.) I have the larger model and it holds a lot more than the 2563cu would suggest. I have not tried the helmet holder and have rigged a crampon holder on the top. As a previous reviewer stated, the pack sits high on the back, so if you are doing any bush-whacking, the crampons (or helmet) will sit very high and snag some branches. The ski carry system is diagonal acording to the booklet. It works great this way, however they tails ride a little low. You can also go with the a-frame which works ok only if the pack is very full. The ice axe loops are very long (so they can be used for ski carry) so they are a bit tricky and require you to spin the axe a few times. All in all, it is a good pack. I will be taking it on the Haute Route later this month!
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 420D and 1300D Nylon
- Volume:
- [32L] 1953cu in; [42L] 2563cu in
- Suspension:
- Thermoformed shoulder straps and Y-rod back-panel
- Waist-belt:
- Yes, thermoformed
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No, water-shedding materials
- Access Types:
- Top
- External Pockets:
- 1 Front, 1 in lid, stowable helmet stretch panel
- Snowboard Carry:
- Yes
- Ski Carry:
- Yes
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes
- Shovel Pocket:
- Yes
- Weight:
- [32L] 3lb 4oz (1.48kg); [42L] 3lb 5oz (1.50kg)
- Recommended Use:
- Backcountry skiing
- Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
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