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Mountain Hardwear South Col Pack
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Mountain Hardwear South Col Pack

Item # 779897

$270.00

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The Mountain Hardwear South Col 75 technical backpack is designed for the serious user hauling alpine or climbing gear on single or multiday climbs.

  • Dual-density foam padded shoulder straps and hipbelt distribute load evenly for maximum comfort
  • HDPE framesheet with an alloy shaping rod helps transfer load to the hips
  • Compression-molded backpanel balances ventilation, comfort and snow-shedding properties
  • Top-loading main compartment features an under-lid rope attachment
  • High-durability front tarp resists damage from ice axes, crampons and rocks
  • Hide-away, full-wrap compression straps clean up the look of the pack and let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying
  • Fully reinforced 3-point haul system and a center daisy chain let you attach alpine gear outside
  • Dual Axe-S toggle holds an ice axe or trekking pole securely, yet releases quickly on demand
  • Hydration-compatible design features a reservoir pocket and twin drink-tube exit ports for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately)
  • For summit pushes and minimalist packing, put pack weight under 3 lbs. by removing framesheet and top pocket and swapping padded hipbelt for 1.5-in. webbing hipbelt (included)

    Spec chart based on size Medium. Specifications for size Large torso / waist and hips / base volume / weight are as follows:
  • Large: 19.5+ in. / 33-37 in. / 5,000 cu. in. (82 liters) / 4 lbs. 6 oz. (1.97kg)

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Item 779897

Mountain Hardwear South Col Pack Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeInternal
Approximate volume4,600 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric75 liters
Average weight4 lbs. 2 oz.
Average weight - metric1.87 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
Fits torso17.5 - 20 inches
Fits waist/hips30 - 34 inches
MaterialNylon ripstop/polyethylene
Frame materialHDPE/aluminum alloy perimeter rod
Number of stays1
Number of pockets4 + main compartment
Hydration compatibleYes
Access / LoadingTop
Sleeping bag compartmentNo

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May

6

2009

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Fantastic and Versatile Pack

By Climber James

from The mountains

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy To Load
  • Good padding
  • Highly Adjustable
  • Large capacity
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Alpine climbing
    • Backcountry Skiing
    • Backpacking

    Comments about Mountain Hardwear South Col Pack:

    I have had my South Col for a couple on month packs. My friends are envious. The pack has performed well on backcountry skiing trips, skiing in bounds, and day hikes. In a few weeks the packs great performance will be awarded by a trip to Alaska where it will carry my load. I have found the pack to have great head clearance, plenty of volume (I'm 5'10 and using a Medium), and well thought out attachment points. I've carried ice tools, crampons, skis, pickets, sleeping pads and the like on the outside. The inside will swallow what you give it (keep in mind this is a light weight pack with a light weight frame). The pockets are thought out well (wallet pocket, lid pockets, bladder pocket, and wet storage pocket). The pack has been comfortable enough when overloaded, but has also not hindered me while skiing.
    I expect this pack to be a great climbing pack. The ability to strip it down will make me a happy camper on summit days.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    Aug

    8

    2009

     
    3.0

    Not good for backpacking

    By Adam Jason

    from San Luis Obispo, CA

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Large capacity
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Insufficient Padding
    • Uncomfortable

    Best Uses

    • Expedition climbing

    Comments about Mountain Hardwear South Col Pack:

    I took this pack on a 3-day, 30-mile backpack through Sequoia Nat'l Park. I was carrying anywhere between 40 and 50 pounds (as a guess) and was very disappointed with the comfort of the pack. I am aware the pack is more suited for technical/expedition climbing, I still feel, however, the suspension system can be improved upon dramatically. By the middle of the second day I had moderately severe hotspots developing on both hips, and (oddly) irritation on my collarbone where each strap came down over my shoulders.

    On a more positive note - this pack is a beast - it could hold just about everything except the kitchen sink and the daisy chain on the outside is super handy.

    For my application, I would give this pack 2 stars. However, adjusting for it's intended purpose, I gave it 3. If there is a lot of clothing between you and the pack (which would be likely on an expedition climb) I think the comfort issues I experienced would not have been a problem.

    If I recommended this pack to a friend, I would make sure they understood the best application for it.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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