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sharpie
Feb 4, 2003, 4:51 PM
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I've carried the Osprey Eclipse 36 (sans the hood) for about 2 years now and it has been one of the best alpine packs I've ever owned (or used). I'm thinking about picking up the new Ceres 38, seems to be more focused on climbing rather than being a good all-round pack like the Eclipse. Anybody used the Ceres 38?
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willstrickland
Feb 4, 2003, 5:21 PM
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Granite Gear Alpine Light
Now that they changed the fabric, it's a top notch alpine pack. I shredded my first one twice in six months, first battling manzanita at Red Rocks, then hauling it up a chimney in Yos. The warranty replacement one is beefier material and for alpine snow/ice/mixed routes is very well thought out.
I'd avoid the Dana bomb pack like the plague. (I own a couple of Dana packs and love them for backpacking etc, but the bomb pack sucks for climbing). My $0.02
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leejams
Feb 11, 2003, 5:44 PM
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Does anyone use the golite gust? Been interested in this one as it is super light, inexpensive, and can stretch out to hold bigger loads when needed.
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jbrd528
Feb 14, 2003, 3:10 AM
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I have the Wild Things Ice Sack and love it. It is great for cragging, but I can also carry up to 50lbs fairly comfortable. It is build out of really durable material, and if anything happens to it, Wild Things has a great repair department. If you want something for overnight or 2 to 3 days, go with the Andinista.
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graniteboy
Mar 13, 2003, 4:57 AM
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ANDINISTA ANDINISTA ANDINISTA ANDINISTA ANDINISTA!!!!!!!!!!
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tim
Mar 13, 2003, 5:11 AM
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mick fowler's partner hauled a Gust up 17 pitches of steep alpine FA
the Andinista has been ona lot more sick routes than most of us
and if you can assemble a competent, light, functional alpine pack (for YOUR specs) under $100, that automatically trumps everything else. but as far as "will the Gust take it" the answer seems to be "YES". The spectra ripstop does an adminrable job.
I'd sew in a sleeve to hold a bluefoam pad as a "framesheet" though. (IMHO)
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alpinerockfiend
Mar 13, 2003, 5:27 AM
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Marmot Eiger! Used by Exum and myself, you cannot go wrong with this minimalistically featured alpine pack. Carrys skis, axes, shovel efficiently on the outside, very symmetrical.
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petsfed
Mar 13, 2003, 5:35 AM
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I use a lowe alpine half dome 40. They don't make it no more. Light, streamlined, easy to operate. The load is your frame. I think I can go a week with that thing, so long as my rack is outside of the pack.
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alpinist
Mar 13, 2003, 6:49 PM
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I saw it mentioned early on but have to mention it again. The Black Diamond Ice Pack has treated me well for the last 4 years. You can check it out at:
http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/gear/alpinism/ice_pack.php
I have the 44L and have beat the living s___ out of it. It has held up better than any other piece of equipment I own.
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micahmcguire
Mar 19, 2003, 4:05 AM
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I've rigged my REI talus pack as the perfect 3-5 day glacier travel pack. works like a charm, weighs 40 pound tops and you can fit everything you will need, rope, harness, 2 axes, first-aid/EMT/IV kit, food, clothes, stove, everything. no prob.
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topher
Mar 19, 2003, 4:23 AM
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if your on a budget the serrtus alpine line is nice.
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naturalhigh
Mar 31, 2003, 1:13 PM
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my vote goes for the granite gear Alpine Light .. has goodies like ice tool tubes, gear loops on the waistbelt, crampon/snowshoe attachment straps, well waterproofed and rugged. It also is 3200cu/~4500 with the hood extended. The frame sheet is removable for when going lite, or you can use it as part of your sleep system (it's a z-rest). Bonus of bonuses, it is relatively lightweight, considering these features (2lbs 14oz I think). I use this pack for all my winter and extended summer mountaineering/alpine trips. Did I mention the baragin price of ~$160? (versus the ~300 demanded by WildThings or Mountainsmith packs)
In my opinion, the Andinista,while a good pack, is oversized for most mountaineering and alpine applications, unless you're are spending a week on McKinley or something. Think smart when you pack and you'll be happier in the end. =)
Anyways, just my two cents
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brutusofwyde
Apr 1, 2003, 12:48 AM
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Second all the good things that have been said about Serratus Icefall and other packs in the Serratus line. My Icefall has been on approaches with comfortable 65 pound loads, then pared down to the basics for summit days that were some of the best in my life: Mt. Alberta, Mt. Waddington, Bugaboo Spire, etc.
The Icefall is small enough that I routinely use it for 1-day ice climbing as well.
The Icefall cost me under 100 ($U.S.) about 5 years ago at MEC and is still going strong.
I own a Dana (too heavy) have tried the Andinista (too uncomfortable) and several other packs. I have been so impressed with the Serratus that I purchased a Serratus Expedition three weeks ago on my most recent trip to Canada. Total cost for that monster was under 160 ($U.S.)
Brutus
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njbourne
Apr 1, 2003, 5:31 AM
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I just bought a Golite Gust. Its weight comes in at 18 ounces I think. I added a sturnum strap and recommend that anyone with this pack do the same. It has no frills but has planty of straps for anything someone trying to keep it light may need. I took it to New Hampshire and it was great. It carried up to 50 pounds just fine.
I've carried a stripped down Attack 50 many times. It would be my secound pick.
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jhump
Apr 1, 2003, 8:48 PM
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Warning...Don't take any advice about packs from turd-burgling Ohioans (see above). Unless of course the advice is coming from me.
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jakeh76
Apr 1, 2003, 9:04 PM
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What is everyones thought on the Gregory Reality??
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trbrts
Apr 1, 2003, 9:14 PM
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I'll say it again. Vortex backpacks are the best that I've ever owned and I currently have 3 of them in various sizes. They come with a life-time unconditional guarantee. That means you can find one in a trash can and send it to them and they'll fix it for free. I've had one of my packs for almost 7 years and I'll I've had to have fixed on it was one buckle because I stepped on it. I took it in and they gave me a new and improved heavy duty buckle. Check out the STX for alpine or my favorite the 2200 for aproaches, backcountry skiing, or going to school. Anyway, I've never met someone who had one that didn't love their pack. www.vortexbackpacks.com
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brianinslc
Apr 1, 2003, 9:20 PM
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Serratus Icefall. Recently had an issue with headspace with a helmit on, but, probably not adjusted to me that day... Otherwise, great for loads or light. Carries well. And for around 60 bucks, can't be beat.
Andinista: anymore than about 20lbs and this dude rides very poorly for me. Shoulder straps seem to loosen. Lack of any internal frame make it very uncomfy for me to carry.
Khamson 62: Jury is still out. Seems to ride ok, plenty lightweight. I'm disliking the velcro ice tool attachments, though... Need to put a few more miles on this dude. Seems good for multi day stuff without being too heavy as a daypack. Not sure, fully loaded, it carries as well as I would have liked...
CCW Chernobyl: had for a number of years, is more glue than fabric, but carries great and nice options, well thought out, a comfy ride (I added a plastic framesheet). Would think about a Chaos.
MEC daypack was around 36 bucks, small but carries well, durable, nice options. Brio Crag. 30 liters, weighs 1.1kg. Wow, cheap, nice.
BD Icepack: nice size for day climbs and light overnighters. Carries well. Durable.
Brian in SLC
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njbourne
Apr 3, 2003, 3:47 AM
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Jhump I know where you live
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urbansherpa
Apr 3, 2003, 2:29 PM
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I have a Dana Design Sphinx, 41 liter (2500").
You can strip the waist belt, shovel pocket, lid, and alum stay/HDPE sheet, and have a fairly light alpine pack.
With all the a/m attatched it makes a great hiking pack.
Can be found for $99.00 !!!!!!!!!1
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