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Oct 3, 2012 at 5:20 pm #1917920
Cheers Brian,
I have used the Catalyst for a couple of winter trips in Scotland (without skis or snowshoes) and it was fine.
I have heard a lot of great things about McHale packs.
Oct 3, 2012 at 7:38 pm #1917962I'll second the recommendation of the Hyperlight Mountain Gear Expedition pack. Just had mine up in the Colorado Rockies for 5 days, and it carried beautifully.
Oct 4, 2012 at 3:23 am #1918058Thanks Don,
A buddy just pointed me that way also.
Mar 18, 2013 at 5:33 pm #1967157Folks,
Haven't got around to getting new winter pack, just seeing if anyone had any more recommendations?
Cheers,
Stephen
Mar 18, 2013 at 7:10 pm #1967224I was in the same position but after looking at large capacity packs decided on the pulk. I encourage you to check out Skipulks.com. You can't beat a pulk for cold weather camping.
Mar 19, 2013 at 3:40 am #1967340I do plan to get a pulk Henry at some stage but also need a load hauler for where a pulk can't go.
Mar 19, 2013 at 10:21 am #1967439I have an original Dana Designs Terraplane. (7.5 lbs!!)
My recommendation would be something from Granite Gear in the 4,500 cu. in range with exterior straps on the bottom for truly huge synthetic winter bags or winter mattresses.
Granite Gear makes tough packs that are comfortable. Not UL but still light.
Mar 19, 2013 at 10:33 am #1967443My weight for a 4-day trip up Camel's Hump iN VT in January, with snowshoes and crampons, was like 35lbs. I think 40 is an ok estimate, since I didn't have a stove (someone else did).
Mar 19, 2013 at 10:56 am #1967452deleted
Mar 19, 2013 at 11:00 am #1967454I concur with Rog.
In fact, I'm going to be using my Catalyst this weekend. :)
But you're bringing the Hilleberg though, correct? That might take up some pack real estate.
Edit: I see way back in your OP that you mentioned mountaineering. That I have no experience with.
Mar 19, 2013 at 11:12 am #1967455Cheers Guys,
It is for Winter trips in the Rockies and back in Europe when carrying crampons, shovel and snowshoes.
It will probaly only be used 2-3 times a year.
Mar 20, 2013 at 4:57 pm #1967962I've found the Black Diamond Mission 75 pack to work well for my winter needs. It's a nice, streamlined pack. It has well-considered places for crampons, axes, and snowshoes to attach to the pack when not in use. It should have plenty of space for a multi-day winter trip.
Good luck with your search!
Mar 20, 2013 at 5:55 pm #1967984Hurry up Stephen. Winter is almost over.
Mar 20, 2013 at 6:01 pm #1967987Its for next winter Dave, I am stocking up with kit this side of the pond in case we get sent back to Belgium as there is a bit of a shake up at work at the moment.
Mar 20, 2013 at 6:03 pm #1967989Cheers Tommy, nice pic.
Mar 20, 2013 at 6:10 pm #1967993Just pulling your chain!
Mar 20, 2013 at 6:29 pm #1968002I got that Dave :-)
Just saying whats happening down the coal mines.
Mar 20, 2013 at 8:34 pm #1968036if you're not going to load it too heavy, the Pinnacle at ~ 70-75 liters does a good job of eating up bulky winter gear, I added a light frame to mine in case I end up carrying snowhoes or the like- carrying snowshoes and a shovel I'm still under 30 #'s for a 3 day outing
as one of the posters mentioned, shelter weight (and volume!) can vary pretty wildly in the winter from a pyramid @ 2#'s to 9#+ for a heavy duty Hillberg or the like, that will most certainly influence your pack choice
you probably guessed, but I'm using a 2# pyramid :)
that's my wife's diminutive pack in the background, have to keep hers extra light!!!!
Mar 21, 2013 at 6:25 am #1968108That looks nice Mike, I have an Rei Flash 62 for weights under 30lbs or so, this one is going to be a big ass load hauler.
Al.
I am thinking I will bite the bullet and give Dan MChale a call, I know his packs are expensive but if I don't have to buy another winter pack for 10 years then I am up money.
Mar 22, 2013 at 9:26 am #1968531Check out Section Hiker. His March 14 2013 post had his winter backpacking gear list for the White Mountains, where he's been peak bagging. He lists something called a Cold Cold World Chaos Backpack, with a listed weight of 58 ounces. He quotes a total weight of 44 pounds of gear, food, fuel and water for a 4 day trip, and a total skin out weight of 52.7 pounds.
Mar 22, 2013 at 9:32 am #1968532Here's sectionhiker's review of the Chaos Diane mentions above:
http://sectionhiker.com/cold-cold-world-chaos-backpack/
And a more recent recap of winter pack recommendations:
http://sectionhiker.com/the-best-backpacks-for-winter-hiking-and-backpacking/
Mar 22, 2013 at 9:45 am #1968533NM
Mar 22, 2013 at 9:58 am #1968537Mar 22, 2013 at 1:00 pm #1968606Mar 26, 2013 at 12:27 pm #1969772Just had a very pleasant pone call with Dan, the cheque is going in the post this week :-)
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