Leader's Pack
I'm just doing some research on good packs for a leader on multi-pitch routes. When I'm out with Anne, I usually end up leading with a full rack and carrying the gear, so I'm looking for a light pack under 20L.
So far the candidates are
Super Light & Small
Standard Lead Climbing Packs
Arcteryx Cierzo 18
Beefy
With no close gear shops I obviously can't figure out what fits. Right now I like the BD Hollowpoint for some occasional hauling (I'm thinking new routes at Expert's Choice). It should also handle chimney's better that the ultralights. However, I hate the extra full pound of weight. I also like how it seems to be a bit longer and narrower than other packs.
The arcteryx seems much too deep and sack-like for me. That's also why I ruled out the standard BD bullet pack.
The Camp Phantom seems pretty decent. It doesn't get the press that the BD line does.
The Camp Phantom seems pretty decent. It doesn't get the press that the BD line does.
posted by chris goble @ 10/29/2011 12:33:00 PM
4 Comments
4 Comments:
The Cilo Hauly could be a nice compromise between a sturdy pack that isn't too big.
All the internal pockets on the Hollowpoint make me think they may have focussed a bit too much on the around-town cross-over.
Camp is a totally unknown. Some part of me sort-of likes that.
Looks like the Mountain Hardware Crimper could be a good competitor to the Black Diamond Hollowpoint. At 15L it is more along the size I'm after.
I suspect the Camp will be a wide rectangular pack, reminiscent of my junior high book bag. Hopefully not, but.....
http://www.mountainhardwear.ca/Crimper%E2%84%A2/OU3550,default,pd.html
Chris,
Hi there. I was trying to buy the same thing a few years ago. I found this article very helpful, if you haven't see it already:
http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Climbing-Daypack-Reviews
I haave both the bullet and the REI flash. The flash is great as a light daypack (particularly for overnight trips), but is a little delicate for Waterton rock. The bullet is great, but the lack of ice axe loops bugs me when I want to put my axes on my pack for rappelling when ice climbing.
I also fondled the Petzl Bug, which is a wonderful pack for rock climbing....but it's a bit on the heavier side. But they really thought the pack through, and the features are all very nice...seemed tough too.
Happy shopping!
Brad Hagen
Thanks Brad. I hadn't even looked at the REI Flash 18 in the ultralight category.... The Petzl Bug looks interesting too
http://www.petzl.com/en/outdoor/verticality/packs-chalk-bags/climbing-pack/bug
I've decided I want something not very deep. That rules out the Arcteryx, Kompressor and Hollowpoint.
I have no idea how the BD Bbee will fit. The 11L capacity seems just about perfect for a run up the hump but will be stretched by a full day on the Choice.
Guess I'll have to see about fit next.
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