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Comparing Climbing Packs

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Pros Simple, great zippered pocket, streamlinedDurable, functional, versatileComfortable, easy to pack, great packing volumeDurable, fully featured, ready to haulDurable, comfortable, simple
Cons Limited attachment points, easy to drop stuffHeavy, no key clip, not taperedHeavy, average durability, no emergency whistleHeavy, priceyHeavy, few hydration features
Bottom Line Though there are no extra features, this bag ticks all the boxes for multi-pitch climbingThough it's heavy, this pack makes up for it with durability and great climbing featuresThis pack is great to climb with and easy to load, though it's not particularly lightAn excellent choice for long routes in the desert due to excellent durabilityThis comfortable and utilitarian pack is light on features but heavy on durability
Rating Categories The North Face Rout... Mystery Ranch Skyli... Petzl Bug Mountain Hardwear M... Black Diamond Creek 20
Comfort (25%)
8.0
7.0
8.0
7.0
7.0
Climbing Utility (25%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
7.0
7.0
Durability (20%)
7.0
8.0
5.0
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9.0
Versatility (20%)
7.0
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4.0
Weight (10%)
5.0
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Specs The North Face Rout... Mystery Ranch Skyli... Petzl Bug Mountain Hardwear M... Black Diamond Creek 20
Capacity 16L 17L 18L 20L 20L
Measured Weight 1.1 lbs 1.4 lbs 1.1 lbs 1.5 lbs 1.7 lbs
Padded back Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Fabric Type 420D nylon 1000D cordura nylon 400D nylon Cotton/polyester blend with 200D nylon kevlar dobby 1200D polyester with TPU coating
Whistle? Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Accessory Pockets One external zip One internal zip, one external zip One external zip, one external open, one internal zip One external zip, two internal zip, stowable mesh side pocket One internal zip
Outside Carry Options Daisy chains Top strap, side straps, ice axe attachments Top strap, one daisy chain Detachable mesh side pocket, top strap Top strap, two daisy chains
Hip Belt Yes, removable Yes, removable Yes Yes, removable Yes, removable
Hydration System Compatible Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Key Clip Yes No Yes Yes Yes