Mountain Hardwear Snoskiwoski 40 Snow Pack
A pack that ski mountaineers love, this Mountain Hardwear pack features light and strong materials. It allows access to all your climbing and avalanche gear. And it carries skis A-frame or diagonal.
- Recycled 210-denier ripstop shell and 500-denier CORDURA® base are lightweight yet super durable
- Large main compartment with quick-draw top skirt opening and integrated top stormflap
- Dual-density shoulder straps with multiple lash points for a radio or hydration hose routing; removable sternum strap has a whistle buckle
- Right-side large zip access to main compartment
- Left-side large zip pocket for skins, extra gloves, ski straps or a water bottle
- On-the-fly removable ski carry strap attaches to either shoulder strap and allows for quick diagonal ski carry without removing the pack
- Interior hydration sleeve doubles as a cord/rope stow with an oversize port for hydration tube or rope feeding (reservoir not included)
- Removable dual-density hipbelt with zip pocket, gear loop, ice-clipper loop and tow loop
- Removable CLPE foam framesheet can be used as a seat pad
- Modular and removable helmet hammock allows multiple helmet carry positions on the front and bottom of the pack to accommodate A-frame or diagonal ski carry
- Foam-reinforced front panel to protect against diagonal ski edges, crampons and other tools
- Dual side compression straps with glove-friendly buckles and Hypalon reinforced wings
- Quick-access front tool carry accommodates axes and other tools
- Reinforced, dedicated A-frame ski loops
- Ambidextrous diagonal ski carry with a modular bottom ski strap
- Undyed top shell fabric and lining to improve durability and reduce water pollution during production
- Top skirt and side zip provide quick access to pack contents, even when carrying skis in diagonal or A-frame modes
Imported.
View all Mountain Hardwear Ski Backpacks| Best Use | Snowsports Backcountry Skiing |
|---|---|
| Bag Style | Backpack |
| Frame Type | Internal Frame |
| Gear Capacity (L) | S/M: 38 liters M/L: 40 liters |
| Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | S/M: 2,319 cubic inches M/L: 2,441 cubic inches |
| Hipbelt | Yes |
| Hipbelt Pockets | Yes |
| Fits Torso Length (in.) | S/M: 16-19 inches M/L: 18-21 inches |
| Fits Waist/Hips | S/M: 29-48 inches M/L: 31-51 inches |
| Material(s) | 210-denier CORDURA high-tenacity nylon ripstop; 500-denier CORDURA high-tenacity nylon |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Number of Stays | 1 peripheral hoop |
| Pack Access | Top, side |
| Number of Exterior Pockets | 2 + main compartment |
| Raincover Included | No |
| Dimensions | 25.6 x 11.8 x 10.6 inches |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Weight | S/M: 2 lbs. 5.1 oz. M/L: 2 lbs. 10.1 oz. |
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Great, but website is selling old version.
They seem to be trying to sell last year’s version On their American website to get rid of old stock. The updated 40 L pack is available in Canada already (He has an updated ski carry Shoulder, And comes in a full “state orange” color). Very odd to me that they’re trying to get rid of old stock by passing this off as an updated Version of the same bag. If you look at the 30 L version, you can clearly tell that it is the updated version on their website. I’ve included here photos of the updated version that show clearly the new ski carry system (a vast improvement from the old versions that would always break).
Terrible diagonal carry system
The pack is lightweight and the side access is great. However…. The diagonal ski carry system on this pack is so poorly designed that it is rendered completely useless. It’s extremely unintuitive, impossible to use with fatter skis, and does not balance the weight well. Sometimes when ski mountaineering you need to throw your skis on your back quickly in a diagonal carry - that cannot be done with this pack making the pack itself a liability in the backcountry. I wish I could return the pack. MH also has no resources online to demonstrate how to correctly use the diagonal carry system.
Disappointed
Somewhat disappointed. Had higher hopes. Main reason for purchase was the alleged improved ski carry ability. Mechanism for diagonal carry on right shoulder was utterly worthless. Poorly designed and broke after five minutes. Good news is that the pack is incredibly versatile, and I found a way to adapt and overcome. A few minutes of improvisation and tinkering made it work. It’s not ideal, but seems to be good enough for now. Impressed with side access capability, but top storm flap needs work. In my opinion, it’s facing the wrong direction and is more difficult to secure. Await further testing in the mountains this winter but not sure this is an improvement over the Scrambler 35 which I have already and is a very good pack. The only saving grace is that I bought at nearly 50% discount.
Soaks up water like a sponge
The white cordura soaks up water like a sponge, which leads me to almost never use the thing for fear it may precipitate or be placed on wet ground The side straps don't fully tighten to compress the pack, so if not loaded up it flaps around The top flap is pointless and gets in the way It packs "out" rather than "up" so if fully loaded you get pulled backwards All around needs more R&D from people in the field not the factory Source: professional mountain guide
Dialed and ready to rip!
The most dialed backcountry pack I've ever worn! Every loop, buckle and strap makes sense for all of the backcountry tools needed, including a designated spot for an ice axe. I am very short but the S/M even in the 40L version sits on my back well while providing plenty of space for gear, layers and snacks. Super durable around sharp tools like crampons and ice axes!
Definitely a good bag, no headlamp needed
Really like the capacity of this bag, also the color makes for finding things on the inside very easy. It’s almost like you just turned on headlamp. I will say, though on terms of access back panel access would be nice other than that very adjustable very comfortable and feels very durable.
Had this bag for like 2 seasons it’s great fits all my avy stuff and stuff for touring