Mountainsmith Achilles Backpack
$84.97
$169.95
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Item #85741
Closeouts. Anything but a point of weakness, Mountainsmith's Achilles backpack has a lightweight VX-21 nylon exterior that's strong and durable to resist abrasions as you climb or bag peaks. Water-tight zip lid compartment keeps map and snacks handyBreathable mesh padding keeps you cool and comfortable Compression straps distribute load evenlyTop-loadingDrawcord side pockets Tool loopsInternal frameFits torsos: 17 to 19-½”Size: Approx. 24-½x13x9-½”Capacity: 3100 cu.in. Weight: 3 lb. 10 oz. Fabric: VX-21 nylonCloseouts. China.
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By Trail Blazer Tom from El Dorado, CA on 5/7/2008
Pros:
Detachable Day Pack, Durable, Good Back Support, Good Padding
Cons:
Difficult to Pack, Not Enough Compartments
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Camping
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I go on a 7 day backpacking trip every year in Yosemite. My wife got me this bag, and I love the back support. It contours perfectly. I wish it had more compartements inside so that I didn't have to strap everything to the outside of the pack. But that's the only thing I dislike. Last year my back was killing me the whole trip, so at least I know that I wont be dealing with that this year. It's worth not haveing the all the extra goodies as long as I can save my back.
By Capt. Recreation from Hawaii on 4/30/2008
Best Uses:
Winter climbing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This product is most suited for winter use. It has the ski and ice axes attachment points. It has good cinching straps for compressing the contents. The suspension is basic and would not support heavy loads. The single compartment has its drawbacks. The black color makes it hard to see what is inside.
By C-T-Walker from LONDON,ENGLAND. on 4/9/2008
Pros:
Durable, Good Padding, Strong Zippers
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Mountaineering, Short Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: A primarily mountain use sack with commendable features including a full length high quality detachable compressed foam mat. Numerous anchor points and adjustable/compression straps.
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