Montane Switch 20 Daypack

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If, as I do, you like keeping things such as sunglasses and hats easily to hand then the zipped over-lid pocket is really pretty roomy; you also get an under-lid pocket with a key clip.

A proportion of the fabric, and the mesh used on the back system, comes from recycled sources, which has to be a good thing. This is more midweight than truly lightweight, and you can certainly find lighter packs of around this size. For use in spring, when you might want to carry an ice axe, there's a simple attachment system for a single axe.

Versatility without compromise is central to the Azote 32 making it one of the most functional, go-anywhere, do-anything packs for the core outdoor user on long mountain days or minimalist overnight adventures . CONTACT Air Mesh Plus panels placed on the shoulder straps, hip fins and back pad will provide much-needed ventilation. foot, and with a reasonably long back, I frequently find daypacks with a fixed back length to be a little short on me. A grownup-standard backpacking pack, reduced in scale to fit a child's frame, the Fox has proved a huge hit with the junior review team. In fact the hip belt and harness are so breathable that you can literally breathe through them (a little test I always like to try with packs).

On the plus side this is one of the coolest and best-ventilated packs I've used, with plenty of cut-outs in the foam cushioning on the back and soulder straps, and all points that come in contact with the wearer covered with light, airy mesh.This only tends to matter when I want to use the hip belt to take a bit of weight, a situation that begins to arise with a larger daypack such as the Azote 32. Read more about the condition New with tags: A brand-new, unused, unworn and undamaged item in the original packaging (such as the original box or bag) and/or with the original tags attached. The Switch 20 uses Raptor Dynamic 300 dernier as its main fabric, making the backpack extremely durable and tough. With the Azote 32 my big issue as that the back system feels too minimal for the size of pack, with no frame sheet or wire to add shape and support.

Clearly the Azote isn't going to be ideal for anyone XL or above, and if you're much taller than me then you might well want to think about larger alternatives. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). Stretchy side wand pockets are good for securing your poles on the side of the pack (tip upwards), and roomy enough for a 1 litre bottle. New with tags: A brand-new, unused, unworn and undamaged item in the original packaging (such as the . In the larger size 32 version, the latter is a deal breaker for me, though other users - probably a fair bit smaller than me - might get on with it.Constructed with the lightweight and tough, RAPTOR Eco 100 denier Robic Nylon fabric, a full but clean feature set and the extremely comfortable, close fitting yet highly breathable ZephyrAD size adjustable back system, this pack is built to perform whatever the adventure.

The 100 denier ripstop nylon fabric that most of the pack is made from feels both light and tough, and build quality seems good. To get the hip belt to sit right on me, I have to extend the harness to maximum; on my wife Pegs (5'7) the men's 32 fits at about Medium. Using simple but sturdy Velcro pads, the back length can be quickly altered from Small to Large, a range of about 10cm. I've found this handy for a light shell and a map, but I'm not keen on its slightly odd hooked closure, which only seems to work properly when the pack is well-stuffed; a plastic buckle would've been more secure.

Featuring a unique elasticated gusset which 'hugs' your backpack, meaning it will fit a variety of backpack shapes. On the outside of the backpack, there are multiple gear clip loops with external attachment points which will allow you to attach and carry extra gear around with you. This means that warm air will be released easily, therefore, keeping the user cool and undistracted as they explore. Dual adjusters on the hip belt mean that you can keep the buckle well centred, and are not left with a single length of spare tail; however the webbing does still seem rather long, so instead you get two hanging tails - and no way to hold them neatly.