Gear Review
Arc'teryx Silo 50 Backpack - 2746-3173cu in
Not recommended for multi-day ski mountaineering
By terex17794776
Ranked #1112 - Winter Packs
May 1, 2008
No, I am not stoked on my new gear -- I returned it. I chose Arcteryx because the Bora pack I bought over 10 years ago provided me excellent service, until it got stolen. I chose this silo 50 for the ski carry capability, but other than that I did not like it. It is too small to carry skis, mountaineering gear, winter survival gear, camping gear, 2 l of water and food for a Mt. Shasta type climb and descent. The padding and strap construction are not really rugged enough for the 60+ pounds I carry when ski gear is strapped on. The other thing I did not like was this goofy rollover top that hits you in the back of the head. This bag would probably be OK for a day trip with lighter loads.
View Details: Arc'teryx Silo 50 Backpack - 2746-3173cu in
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 1 No
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 420D & 630D Nylon
- Volume:
- [Short] 2746cu in (45L); [Regular] 2868cu in (47L); [Tall] 3173cu in (52L)
- Suspension:
- Aluminum stays, Thermoformed back panel
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, side
- External Pockets:
- 1 Top, 1 front
- Snowboard Carry:
- Yes, vertical
- Ski Carry:
- Yes, A-Frame, diagonal
- Gear Loops:
- None
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- Yes
- Weight:
- [Short] 4lb 1oz (1900g); [Regular] 4lb 4oz (2000g); [Tall] 4lb 8oz (2200g)
- Recommended Use:
- Long-distance ski tours
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.