Backpack for skiing / touring

[Most-D]

Hi NS,

I'm looking for some recommendations for a new backpack for the seaon. I'm heading to Japan and expect to be riding a lot of backcountry / touring frequently.

I've only ever used a dakine helipak + helipack pro but am looking for any other suggestions. Friends have recommended Fstop as a brand, and I like the look of the Tilopa model.

Any comments would be appreciated - as always, apologies if this is a repost.

Cheers all,

Faith

 

[ggfski42]

I'm not sure what your price range looks like, but If you got the cash, Osprey is a great company. The Kode series specifically is what I would recommend. Ive owned numerous different packs from them. And whenever I have busted a buckle they have shipped me multiple for free. They have even shipped me lost straps and other stuff that they had no obligation to replace.

 

[Skroob]

Depends completely what you are looking for. If you think you are going to be mostly skiing slackcountry with some lift access I would say you don't need more than about 20-30 liters, however, if you are thinking about going for long tours you will want more space. I like north face and ortovox packs but there are a ton of cool companies out there. I would look for something that is made of a rugged waterproof material and fits the size you are looking for.

 

[.lencon]

Osprey Kode for sure. I have the 32 and 42. Both awesome.

 

[tomPietrowski]

Another vote for osprey but I would add evoc and mammut to that list too.

 

[Most-D]

Awesome. Thanks so much guys for the helpful suggestions.

Have a great season y'all!

 

[wmrain]

a cheap backpack on sell and trade.

 

[chuckmarty]

Are you doing day trips, a few nights at a time, or extended trips? We'll be able to answer your question better based on that.