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Mountain Hardwear
Alpine Light 28L Backpack

4.6 out of 5 stars
5 Reviews

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Why We Like The Mountain Hardwear Alpine Light 28L Backpack

The Mountain Hardwear Alpine Light 28L Backpack is a lightweight pack for our climbing day trips. The pack features a lightweight and durable nylon-spectra shell with lightweight foam frame sheet that we can remove if we want to go ultra-lightweight. It opens wide up top to give us easy access to our climbing gear while also featuring an external rope strap and lash points for accessories such as crampons and an ice axe.


Details

  • Lightweight day pack for alpine climbing
  • Ripstop fabric is lightweight and abrasion-resistant
  • Padded shoulder straps for comfort and support
  • Hydration bladder-compatible
  • Rear grab loop for easy hauling or hanging
  • Internal zippered pocket for tidy organization
  • Fits 16-22in torsos and 29-48in waists
  • 28L volume best for day trips
  • Item #MHWZ9FZ
Material
200D nylon Spectra ripstop (80% nylon, 20% polyethylene)
Volume
28L (1709cu in)
Support/Suspension
removable foam frame sheet
Shoulder Straps
dual-density foam
Waist Belt
webbing (25mm)
Hydration Compatible
yes
Reservoir Included
none
Access
top
Pockets
[external] 2 side, [internal] 1 removable
Gear Loops
yes
Helmet Carry
no
Ice Axe Carry
yes
Trekking Pole Carry
yes
Compression
yes
Rain Cover
no
Claimed Weight
1lb 6.7oz
Activity
climbing, mountaineering, hiking
Manufacturer Warranty
lifetime

Overall Rating

4.5 based on 5 ratings

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4 out of 5 stars

August 30, 2023

great pack worth buying

this is coming from a long time strict Osprey user. Having the perfect pack for each occasion matters to me and this one shocked me at how comfortable it carried at maxed out weight on a technical climb. I was able to carry 2 axes, crampons , boots in pack while climbing , extra jackets , gloves , food, water + . I have 8 different packs and none are five stars for me but they all have their place . I liked this pack so much I just purchased a Scrambler 25.

Summit guy
mountainhardwear.com

Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com

5 out of 5 stars

June 9, 2022

good all around bag

I am honestly loving this pack. The day it came in I got groceries and all my work stuff. I found it light, super spacious, and coming back pretty comfortable with all the weight. The stitching is super strong and the exterior fabric is really solid. I took it up 9 pretty slabby pitches the next day and on the overhung stuff there were a good amount of ledges. Besides the dirt everything still looks very good!

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Brandon
mountainhardwear.com

Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com

5 out of 5 stars

May 10, 2022

Solid.

Well placed side pockets and straps. Tough and light.

mountainhardwear.com

Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com

5 out of 5 stars

April 24, 2022

The voice of the people.

I’d by this pack if you guys brought back the color identifiable straps.

Brad
mountainhardwear.ca

Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.ca

4 out of 5 stars

January 10, 2022

Very functional for small size

Carries really well, even when loaded with 30#. Can jury rig ski carry. Used for light winter backpacking, skiing, climbing. Waterproof (if top is covered), great crampon/accessory carry. Seems very durable so far with no fabric issues besides dirt. The over the top strap is so easy to move, use, and tighten, especially with gloves. This bag eliminates hard to use straps and buckles which are always a pain in winter gloves. Things that are missing would be girth hitched accessory straps for the included daisy chains for side attachment. These can be bought aftermarket. Sometimes the top tool holders loosen easily. I would also prefer an expandable/bivy sleeve for approaches with extra gear.

jake
mountainhardwear.com

Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com