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Comparing Rope Bags

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Awards Editors' Choice Award     
Price $64.95 at Backcountry
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$49.95 at Amazon		$59.95 at REI
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Pros Large removable tarp, comfortable backpack straps, useful compression strapsLarge carrying capacity, comfortable backpack straps, padded back panelSimple, lightweight, two backpack straps for easier carrying, tie-in points function as handles, two compression strapsWorks as a cragging pack, padded shoulder straps are suprisingly comfortable, big tarp, nice zippered pocketEasy to roll up rope, big tarp, compressible
Cons Thin fabric, not as durable as other modelsAwkward to pack with too little or too much gear, lacks adjustabilitySmall tarp, modest capacity for other gear, rope tarp isn't removablePackabilityNo smaller pockets, not as nice to carry for long distances
Bottom Line A top-notch model that is comfortable to carry and easy to packA spacious and comfortable backpack-style modelAn excellent rope bag with a classic design that integrates a few subtle yet innovative featuresThe Speedster is a great single day cragging pack for fast and light days where you don't need a ton of extra equipment or layersAn upgraded version of the original Ropemaster, that we found to be much more useable than the older version
Rating Categories DMM Classic Mammut Crag Edelrid Drone II Metolius Speedster Metolius Ropemaster HC
Packability (30%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
5.0
5.0
Carrying Comfort (25%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
6.0
4.0
Rope Protection (25%)
8.0
7.0
6.0
8.0
8.0
Ease of Use (20%)
9.0
8.0
8.0
7.0
6.0
Specs DMM Classic Mammut Crag Edelrid Drone II Metolius Speedster Metolius Ropemaster HC
Bag Design Burrito Burrito Burrito Funnel Burrito
Tarp size (inches) 43" x 51" 60" x 48" 46" x 40" 52" x 58" 52" x 58"
Accessory Pockets 1 1 1 1 0
Number Shoulder Straps 2 2 2 2 1
Compression Straps Yes No Yes No Yes
Metal or Plastic Buckles Plastic Plastic Plastic None Metal