Mammut

Free 28L Removable Airbag 3.0

definitely more of a lightweight bag

the bag itself is decent, it has slots for all the necessary gear, but it's a bit flimsy in the back. compared to the PRO 35 it is quite lacking, the hip connector on the free 28 is much smaller than the pro-35, I've found this comes loose while hiking and needs constant adjustments. as well as the back support - don't plan to pack this bag out and expect it to be comfortable while on your back, you can definitely feel what extra gear you bring (water, first aid, snow tools, snacks) whatever it may be. overall, i am much happier with the PRO 35 that I also got and use that much more often.

1 Small issue

Overall this pack does exactly what it's supposed to do. It's build really well and still looks brand new after the first season with it. My only complaint is that is the helmet holder is a little small. It will hold, but the netting is really tight.

Great bag overall, one small complaint.

I got this out on a couple tours this season, and it worked great. It's just the right size for day trips, though I could see it being a little small if you were doing a long day in variable weather. Safety gear organization is excellent, and the access panel through the back panel is arguably more useful than the top entry pocket. The goggle pocket seems a bit small to me and I ended up using it for small items because there are no other separate small pockets. The built-in helmet net works great. I did do a test deployment before traveling with it, and it worked as expected. The folding and packing process was straight forward and the Mammut video was easy to follow. Finding stores to fill the tank requires a little leg work, as the websites that list providers don't seem to be up to date. My one complaint is the hip belt. The pads are quite short and don't do much to spread the load from the belt to your hips. It's made from somewhat narrow webbing and had a tendency to dig in a bit when I was wearing fewer layers. Overall, a very functional bag with some really nice features.

Everything about this pack is great, aside from the bottom buckle and its inability to stay tight

Great size for day trips, and the airbag design is awesome. I love how easy it is to remove the airbag when not in use, and the designated internal storage for avy tools and gear is well thought out.

Ripped

It came with a minor rip on the inside, the company was very quick to replace it. But the interior seems to be made from cheap materials and is prone to ripping. Be careful when taking stuff out I would say. The airbag itself looks good and is very light.

Lightweight and Perfect Size

I have been out back country snowmobiling twice this year with this pack and its the perfect size, light weight and comfortable for day rides in the back-country. Also great piece of mind for avalanches as well. Got it on sale and would highly recommend for anyone beginner or pro heading out into the mountains!

Solid airbag pack solution

This bag has enough storage for a day on the mountain. I would like the shovel stored on the outside but it is definitely less obtrusive with it stored inside. I like the sunglasses pouch. That could have a little structure for protection but overall this bag has been great.

Solid Pack

This bag is awesome. I've used it on a few tours so far and been very impressed with construction and features. It's just the right size for a day tour in most conditions and has enough room for the essentials. The buckles take some getting used to because it is a little difficult to connect them sometimes.

Versatile size, nice mix of features

Good size for day tours in California. A bit small during a trip to Canada because of cold weather layers but when I was not wearing those layers (skinning uphill) and weather was good i just put extra clothes in the helmet holder. I nearly deployed the airbag by accident because my pole strap kept catching on the orange handle but I could have zipped it away I guess. Crotch loop could have a bit of orange on it to differentiate and be more visible