I love this pack! Light and strong, it carries really well. The hip-belt has useful gear-loops and is very good; however, the great thing is that it is removable, which I found great for multi-pitch climbs. There is also a useful inner pocket which "floats", great for money, keys, phone, etc. The only disadvantage is that you have to open 4 buckles to get into the pack (if the top compression straps are done up). I have found the low-profile ice tool holders useful, too.