This pack is very light and for my use, I should have bought a heavier pack with more of a frame. The lack of frame in this pack makes it very uncomfortable to carry for long 12+ hour days. It’s fine for short half day tours where ski carry isn’t required, but I find this pack miserable on long days. Because it has no frame, it doesn’t carry weight well and it requires a perfectly stuffed pack to make A-frame ski carry not lopsided. I’m also small, so the waist belt does not go tight enough to alleviate the pain in my shoulders from the unsupportive pack.
This pack is nice for carrying the basics for ski touring (including ice axe loops and helmet carry), but I wish it had a back panel for easier access as the side zipper isn’t very helpful. Also, when using a-frame carry the side zipper is inaccessible. Lastly, I really wish this pack had an outside water bottle pocket for warmer weather touring.
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