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Gregory Whitney Backpack – 5450 cu in Lichen, L |
The Gregory Whitney Backpack is built to carry loads of gear in comfort and designed so you can find it all. Twin side pockets provide entry from the sides as well as from the top, front, and bottom. The Whitney’s packed with features that become more delicious with every passing mile: a hydration sleeve, canted bottle holders, V-pull compression straps, and a convertible fanny pack top pocket. Like all Gregory packs, the Whitney’s fit and comfort are really the secret to its popularity. An adjustable waistbelt and rotating shoulder harness move to accommodate the angle of your hips, the slope of your shoulders, and the width of your neck. They work together with two aluminum stays and a floating framesheet to deliver the cushiest ride this side of a Cadillac.
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Astralplane by Dana Design |
Multi-week traverses, long ski tours, and major expeditions all require a workhorse pack that carries comfortably, carries enormous loads, and withstands every imaginable abuse. The mechanics of the suspension begin with a framesheet, carbon fiber stays, and a contoured hipbelt all connected in order to directly transmit the load onto the hips. 7000 cubic inches swallow extra fuel bottles and bulky winter bags easily. Additional features include an enhanced head space (since you’ve already seen the top of your boots), side slash access zippers, and two FlatBack pockets for increased organization.
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Arc’teryx Bora 50 Backpack – 2800 cu in Ink, Reg |
The Arc’Teryx Bora 50 supplies enough space for action packed afternoons and trailside overnighters. A legendary pack for the crags, the Bora 50 has the versatility to take on mid-winter ice climbing, spring day hikes, and summertime camping. Arc’teryx WaterTight zips and urethane-impregnated fabric work overtime to upgrade the Bora’s strength and storm resistance. All Bora packs offer award winning suspension with breakthrough technology and an ergonomic design. Now the world standard, the Bora hipbelt features four layers of foam, laminated and thermoformed into a curved, cupped shape that allows the agility needed for travel over mixed terrain. As with other Boras, the 50 has the little extras that count including a big kangaroo pocket with drain hole, a top lid pocket with key clip & map pocket, and gear loops galore.
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Bora 35 by Arcteryx |
Ideal for day hiking, climbing and bouldering, the Bora 35 Pack from Arc’Teryx can handle the demands of tough days in the backcountry.Features: WaterTightand#8482; zips and urethane-impregnated nylon fabric keep weather out while providing bomber strength and durability. Keep your hydration system in its place with an internal bladder pocket and shoulder strap hose clip (hydration bladder not included). Double padded foam bottom is meant to take years of abuse on rocky terrain. A high density polyethylene(HDPE) framesheet and 6061 aluminum stay provide even weight distribution and support. The Kangaroo pocket with drain hole keeps wet clothing away from the rest of your pack contents. Two external compression straps allow you to compact your load. External daisy chains and two ice axe loops keep added gear well situated. Specifications: -B-TD Short-B-TD Tall-B-TD-TR Capacity-B-TD 1950 cu in-TD 2130 cu in-TD-TR Average weight-B-TD 2 lbs 7 oz-TD 2 lbs 10 oz-TD-TR Fits torso-B-TD 16 – 20 inches-TD 19 – 23 inches-TD-TR Frame material-B-TD HDPE-6061 aluminum-TD-TR Material-B-TD 420-denier ripstorm nylon-TD-TR Number of pockets-B-TD Main compartment + 3-TD-TR
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Arcteryx Mens Theta AR Jacket |
You want outside but you can’t decide what to do. The top-selling Arc’teryx Theta AR Jacket has you covered. This rugged, waterproof and breathable shell offers an extended hip-length construction that keeps you dry while hiking, climbing, skiing, backpacking or window shopping. Sure, other outdoor manufacturers tout multifunctional shell outerwear, but the Arc’teryx Theta AR Jacket takes the concept a step further with a near-redundant array of reinforced materials, seam tape and laminates along the shoulders, yoke, bottom, elbows and cuffs. Best of all, it won’t bog you down with excess weight. This is the waterproof jacket you want on your back when the nearest trailhead is a week away. Look beyond the weatherproof features and you’ll find an adjustable hood that fits over a range of helmets, a left sleeve pocket for a two-way radio and a chest pocket sized for your GPS and laminated maps. Whether you’re gone for a day or a month, the Arc’teryx Theta AR Jacket is ready for anything. The only thing left to decide is what you’ll do when you get there.
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Arc’teryx Fission Belay Parka – Unisex |
The Arc’teryx Fission Belay Parka wraps you in warmth while being completely waterproof. An awesome combination of waterproof Gore-Tex and Primaloft insulation make the Fission Belay the warmest and driest parka you can don this winter. Most insulated coats have very little weather-resistance and must be scrapped, or worn under a shell, when the wet stuff comes down. This is the parka for those who need extra insulation to keep them warm during low-output activities like starting the car or belaying your friends in shady conditions. Standing at the dank end of a rope while your buddy scales ice-pitches is no time to get the chills. Built to supply incredible insulation with minimal weight, the Fission Belay eliminates the baffling found in down coats to put the most warmth possible close to your core. With Arc’teryx’s revered attention to detail this is one parka that won’t leave you out in the cold.