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Backcountry Access Stash ALP 40 Backpack - REVIEW

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2010-10-14 15:00:52

Backcountry Access Stash ALP 40 Backpack - REVIEW

The Backcountry Access [BCA] Stash Pack Alp 40 is a roomy 40 litre ski touring pack for those who value well thought-out design and functionality. BCA calls this their 'pro-mountaineer' pack for dedicated backcountry skiers, guides and patrollers. You can tell that this is a mature product as all of the features have been well thought out and obviously tested thoroughly in the field. The main features that make this a 'must have' pack are:
- Detachable lid with roll top option
- External shovel blade pocket
- Sleeve storage for snow safety tools [shovel handle, probe and snow saw
- External helmet carry system
- Freezeproof Nalgene compatible hydration system
- Back panel Access
- Diagonal ski carry
- A-frame ski carry
- Hip belt pockets

Read the rest or the review here and then come on back and let us know what YOU think?
powder

2010-10-14 15:19:35

Liking the sounds of the features it has to offer, nice to have the Nalgene attachment for the hydration system and I have read elsewhere that it truly doesn't freeze. Sounds like the pack has everything - the external helmet carrier is also top on my list of must haves. Can't say I am a fan of the gold or orange or what ever colour that is - would have to go with the black. Not a bad price for a 40 litre ski touring pack - and big enough to carry a pair of those shiny new $500 Recon GPS enable goggles too!
crystaline

2010-10-14 16:19:22

I was impressed by the hydration system too. You can use one of those honking 2-litre nalgene bottles in there too. The diagonal ski carry looks a little floppy but I've found that with just about any pack I've had. An A-frame ski attachment always works better for me. Nice pack! Can I have it now please?

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