Would anybody recommend this backpack for backcountry skiing?
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Hi Gavin, I think that there are other packs much better suited to backcountry skiing. The pluses for this pack are its compact size with many features - good for daily use, travel and day hiking. This pack would tend to be too small and light for more demanding applications.
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Yes it is, but Teton makes 2 smaller bags almost identical that would be perfect! Here is a link to another Teton backpack that is smaller but I do recommend Teton they make such great packs at a low price. All my friends use high dollar ones and I have my Tetons that actually come with more and the same durability but for less! http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000F34ZKS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1387677207&sr;=8-1π=SY200_QL40
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It's great for carrying a laptop, but it can fit maybe 2-3 large 1" thick textbooks as well. There's a lot of pockets in the second zipper compartment for pens and such. So yeah, not too bad for a school back pack. There is not much room at the top for anything else though if it is full of books.
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It could definitely be used for skiing both with the head strap/helmet mount or the chesty mount as done by most of the team athletes. If you go any lower where it will be constantly exposed to the snow like on a ski or the side of a boot, you would want to keep it dry so the waterproof housing would be a better choice. Depends ultimately on whether or not it will be getting wet.
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I purchased this for my thin, nine year old son. He uses it at school and even with all the books he loads it up with, he has no issues with using it as a back pack, the straps are made well. They are thick and feel padded.
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Depends on what gear it could fit it. You might want the mares deluxe backpack tho. It's a little bigger
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No, this would not be a good pack for carrying that much weight. I bought it to take on the Camino in the fall. It was great for afternoons and evening just to carry light weight personal items. The beauty of this pack is that is can be condensed. The straps are not very well padded. It is not intended to be used as a main back pack. More of a travel accessory.
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I think this bag will work fine for your needs. I took a quick look at my bag and try to make space for the items you listed and It seems to work. This bag is the same size as a large backpack and is well padded. It offers a lot protection for this expensive equipment.
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This pack is very good for backpacking and hiking. I do not think it would work well to use as normal luggage because it might be damaged if taken on a plane. If you're planning on just going on a car trip or flying on a plane, a dufflebag or roller suitcase would probably work best.
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Unfortunatelly NOT. The price is good but this is a backpack for a beach walking day. That's the best I can descríibe . Hope it helps.
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I've used this pack for day hiking and have found it to be sufficiently adjustable at shoulders and waist to make it quite comfortable. The material on the back has some give and has shallow channels that I presume are there to offer some airflow. That being said, it does not offer a suspension that keeps the pack floating away from your back and thus I've experienced a fair amount of sweat build-up in actual use. I looked at quite a number of packs and unless you are carrying a lot of equipment, this is a very practical and well designed pack that allows camera/lens access w/o the need to take it off your back completely. I've used this pack for day hiking and have found it to be sufficiently adjustable at shoulders and waist to make it quite comfortable. The material on the back has some give and has shallow channels that I presume are there to offer some airflow. That being said, it does not offer a suspension that keeps the pack floating away from your back and thus I've experienced a fair amount of sweat build-up in actual use. I looked at quite a number of packs and unless you are carrying a lot of equipment, this is a very practical and well designed pack that allows camera/lens access w/o the need to... » Read More I've used this pack for day hiking and have found it to be sufficiently adjustable at shoulders and waist to make it quite comfortable. The material on the back has some give and has shallow channels that I presume are there to offer some airflow. That being said, it does not offer a suspension that keeps the pack floating away from your back and thus I've experienced a fair amount of sweat build-up in actual use. I looked at quite a number of packs and unless you are carrying a lot of equipment, this is a very practical and well designed pack that allows camera/lens access w/o the need to take it off your back completely. « Show Less
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This is not an answer to Timmer11. Hopefully it's not too inappropriate to sneak in here with this question:I need a back pack to carry lots of food etc down a hill and through the woods to my camp in the mountains.I only use it for that, so say 5 times a year. I need a bigger one than the Rush 12 or 24. What would you recommend?
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The Quality is very good. The zippers are well constructed. The padding on the shoulders are very good as well in my opinion. I take this pack on multiple mile hikes weekly and find it to be perfect for my needs. If I had to say anything bad about the pack, I would recommend that a chest strap be added to the pack. This pack is extreme value for the money and I speak from experience. I use this pack 4/5 times a week and have used it on multiple day drips as well.
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I think case logic DCB-309 will look small on you. The DCB-309 is enough for normal size people up to 5.8" tall with 80kg. So I suggest you to stop by at case logic store or its affiliate in your town and try it yourself. or try to compare the dimension of case logic DCB-309 (Size 17.3 x 8.4 x 11.4 in) vs your current backpacks. Good luck big guy!
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Ditto what Gary said. I have the large size and the shoulder strap won't really make it a comfortable backpack.
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Maxpedition is high quality. Had mine for a couple of years now. I carry it 5 days a week and have no issues with materials or workmanship. I expect the pack to last many more years to come.
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I have the cabelas back back also. It has mor room but everything you put in it is in one spot and you have to dig for what you want. The alps has compartments and was easier to access. Great in a climber stand and held my extra clothing.