In order to lighten up their ice climbing/alpine packs for Spring 2019 without skimping on…
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Although not a ton of new hardware for Fall 2014 was unveiled at Outdoor Retailer, some great looking ice climbing and alpine packs were on display. From multi-pitch bullet packs to large, organizational powerhouses, get ready for backpack envy next season.
For 2012, Gregory updated their classic Alpinisto pack, adding little details that any alpine or ice climber will greatly appreciate. The company sent me a new Alpinisto to put through the paces, so I took it with me on my recent ice climbing adventures in the Canadian Rockies.
Within alpine and ice climbing circles, CiloGear packs have historically been coveted as a lightweight alternative to the standard climbing packs available from top brands today. New entrant Hyperlite Mountain Gear now aims to take on CiloGear with their own line of lightweight packs designed for everything from expedition and technical climbing to thru-hiking the major trails.