The Mont-Bell Lightweight Alpine 60 pack at 3 pounds 11.6 ounces (1.69 kg) and 3,660 cubic inches (60 liters), will most likely be too heavy and large for the ultra-light crowd; however, those who rank themselves as a lightweight backpacker or alpinist may find this pack a great buy. This review discusses the Mont-Bell Lightweight Alpine 60 pack's features and performance during field testing, lists the overall value of the pack, and gives suggestions for improving the design.
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Specifications: Backpack Style, Fabric Description, Sizes, Volume, Weight, Volume to Weight Ratio, Load Carrying Capacity, Carry Load to Pack Weight Performance Ratio, Model Year, MSRP
Usable Features and Ease of Use
Load Volume Flexibility
Pack Load Carrying
Durability
Value
Recommendations for Improvement
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