Climbing Pack

[TimBaird]

Can anyone recomend a good pack to carry my snowboard on, and boots?

I looked around a little and it seems most packs only carry the board. It would be nice to attach my boots to it as well.

Thanks
Tim

[Affix Snow]

Step 1:Put your boots in the bindings.

Step 2:Put board on pack.

Step 3.Walk uphill.

[RR]

Check out the Dakine Packs. The Poacher and the Guide will prolly fit the bill. Rider.Steve has a late-model Guide and I have the old style Poacher.

They both have access panels below the shoulder straps for loading large things such as boots.

Or you could take Affix's advice...a small addition to which will make his advice the most reasonable. A couple of trash bags, one to fully cover each boot before you clip it into the binding. Make sure that the bag is fully trapped within the binding and oriented in such a way that snow can't get into the bag.

For many years I did the above for my ski boots: bagged'em, clipped'em, walked :D If I have to walk...I still do that.

Cheers!

[2plankerider]

Step 1:Put your boots in the bindings.

Step 2:Put board on pack.

Step 3.Walk uphill.


:justdoit:

[cbcbd]

Step 1:Put your boots in the bindings.

Step 2:Put board on pack.

Step 3.Walk uphill.
And then what?

[TimBaird]

ok that works Affix
thanks

[Affix Snow]

And then what?

Well....that all depends now doesn't it!!!!


RR's point should not be overlooked....a plastic grocery bag on each boot will go a long way.

Good luck!

[M@]

...a plastic grocery bag on each boot will go a long way.

Your Mom goes a long way.

M@

[RR]

chuckle:
Hi Mom! (http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-6778488852633546501&hl=en)

[Affix Snow]

Your Mom goes a long way.

M@

Repped.

[Ispoiler]

For a climbing pack I would go with anything from wildthings, the ice sac is the most comfortable pack I have climbed in. For a snowboard pack, you have alot of options, personaly I stay away from Dakine. I prefer my packs to be waterproof, and no matter how many times I treated them neither dakine pack I owned was water proof. For a day pack the BD slide is great allround pack. It holds avi gear, ice tools, and your board.

To recomend a specific pack you you have to better describe what you want to carry and what your planned objectives are. Do you need to carry a rope/rack? Will a single mountaineering ax work or will you need to carry two tool? Do you ride a split or will you have to ski back down with slowshoes on your back?

[TimBaird]

I am not sure what i need to carry so any suggestions there?

[RR]

I am not sure what i need to carry so any suggestions there?we have many links on the front page.

here is one:
http://timefortuckerman.com/checklist.html

[TimBaird]

ok thanks, I will look at those links then figure out what kind of pack i will need.

[TimBaird]

ok i read that link I have a frame backpack, but dont even like hiking with it when i do easy hikes. I brought it up Tucks three years ago and with only 30 lbs and wasnt happy.

I have used internal frames on some of my other hikes and they were comfortable. Are they better with the skis as well?

Also i am woried about having a big pack when boarding down Tucks, is this usually a problem?

Thanks
Tim

[TimBaird]

I was looking at the Vaude 28liter Freeride Board Pack.
Any experiences with this one?

And what do you think of the size?

Thanks

[Affix Snow]

Dont know anything about Vaude....

But ya cant go wrong w/ Black Diamond, Mammut, BCA, or Marmot.

28L is a decent size, but i tend to go a little bigger for tucks cause im bringing an ice axe, crampons, a puffy and BEER.

My personal Favoite this year is the Marmot La Meije. 36 liters/2200 cu. Functions extremely well!!!!!

[Jay$]

the Marmot La Meije. 36 liters/2200 cu. Functions extremely well!!!!!


Designed by Doug Coombs... all you need to know

[Affix Snow]

Rest assured it DOES carry a snowboard. SOme sites online say it doesnt, but it does....VERY well.

[Jiya12]

hey everyone, i just recently bought this pack..haven't had the chance to BC with it yet...Any guru's mind taking a look at it and letting me know what they think? Thanks!

http://www.rei.com/product/758346

[RR]

Load it up when it arrives...it looks alright. Diagonal carry or A-Fame carry...nice!

If it fits and carries well it's a keeper :D

[pulverschwein]

Loves me dakine poacher - gots every dang ting in its 2300 cu inches. Carries board or skis very well with perfectly adjustable straps you can hide when not in use, hydration pocket / sleeve, axe, shovel, probe, camera pockets, everting you wants / need. Best pack I've had in a long time.

[PWDR8S]

The Osprey Switch series are pretty good. They carry ski and/or board plus gear. I like mine... good for all day comfort wear. Got all dem tangs dat Pulver's Dakine has and then some.
Once you have a grasp of what you want, then it all comes down to personal needs.

[Affix Snow]

Once you have a grasp of what you want, then it all comes down to personal needs.

Well said.

Im still experimenting w/ packs...Ive got 3 specific touring packs right now. Its a vicious cycle.

You'll get one. Use it. Like it. Then see another one with a different feature....

[boardman]

I'll second pulver on the Dakine packs. I've got two Heli-Pro packs (one purchased on this very forum from our own Affix Snow). Love the pack. Perfect pack for BC day-tripping. I also use it for ice climbing and it's been up several long alpine rock routes.

[TimBaird]

So i was looking around and stumbled upon the Burton GLACIER 36L PACK LA GREY HYDRATION COMPATIBLE 22" x 12" x 8" .

Anyone have experience with this pack?
Thanx

[Corbeau]

I have a BD Covert, 32L (non avalung). My tele boots won't fit in it, though, but it has a pouch for my 2L camelback reservoir.

I'll find out later in April if the pack is adequate for Tuckerman.

[Affix Snow]

So i was looking around and stumbled upon the Burton GLACIER 36L PACK LA GREY HYDRATION COMPATIBLE 22" x 12" x 8" .

Anyone have experience with this pack?
Thanx

I think Burton packs are kinda crap......too many bells and whistles. Heavy. Not waterproof.

[TimBaird]

thanks Affix
But i am not too concerned with the wieght and none of my other hiking poacks are waterproof. When i baught my internal frame i looked at a couple of water proof ones but there were real heavy and basically rubber. not what i wanted.
I think i will probubly end up going with the burton cause it's cheap on ebay, and has what i need.
Thanks

[rookie]

well, if you go with a group of people you trust, and you should because it's safer, you should alternate people skiing to hikeing the actual bowl, for avvy reasons. but, you will definetly want a light pack for the sherburne ski trail, it is UNBELIEVALBLY ANNOYING if you cant put your head back because the pack is there.

[PWDR8S]

well, if you go with a group of people you trust, and you should because it's safer, you should alternate people skiing to hikeing the actual bowl, for avvy reasons. but, you will definetly want a light pack for the sherburne ski trail, it is UNBELIEVALBLY ANNOYING if you cant put your head back because the pack is there.

Now why would anyone want to lean their head back while skiing? If you did that your centre of gravity would go too far back and then you'ld turtle! :p I can see wanting to look up to see ther terrain ahead or maybe a glimpse of the trees.... Skiing with a pack... you've almost HAVE to lean forward if you want any sense of control. Won't argue the light pack.... having no pack is ideal BUT you gotta have the goods if you're up there so we all have to deal.

I recommend practicing with a full or close to full load at a resort or a local hill just so you have some familiarity with the dynamics. Otherwise you shall provide us and others with hilarity at your antics. :D

[RR]

I like packs to stay away from my helmet too. Sometimes we gotta look up when skinning or working a steep gully or ridge to get to the goods.

[rookie]

same as rr, i wasn't able to move my head back at all, i was stuck with my head facing down the whole way up the tuckermans, ya, i know what your saying, but that will only happen in seriously steep terrain, like the bowl itself, or maybe from hojos to the lunch rocks, but on the trail up, most sections aren't that steep

[Cabinfever]

Hello all,

First post in this form. Planning my first ever trip to Tuckerman either late April or early May and this site has been great resource. I've got a Backcountry.com Xmas gift certificate burning a hole in my pocket and I need help picking a pack for the trip. I would like to err on the larger side. The pack I choose will double as an overnight camping pack in summer for a planned trip with my 10yr old son. Whatever the final pack choice is I plan on picking up "G-string" sling for the final climb. Right now I'm leaning toward the Osprey Exposure 50 @ 3200cu, second choice is the Dakine Guide Pack @ 3000cu, and tied for third are the Lowe Alpine MX 50 at 3000cu and the Backcountry Access ALP55 at 3350cu. Anyone have experience with these packs or manufacturers? About me, 42 yrs, pretty fit for an old man desk jockey, skis ~50days a year preferring woods and bumps, 6'3 and 215#. Have hiked and skied 2000' vert lift served mountains but have never done any real backcountry skiing.

[RR]

The next size smaller will do for Days in the BC and provide space for emergency bivvy gear:

Backcountry Access Stash BC Pack - 2135cu in
Black Diamond Revelation Backpack - 2136-2746cu in
DAKINE Poacher Pack - 2300cu in

The packs you listed will all handle intentional bivvy and shelter camping but might be a tad small for Multi-day tenting.

For well stocked Tux trips with tent or shelter camping any backpacking size freight hauler will do to get up there and set up your gear. Then hit the bowls or chutes with a light and small day pack like the three above or the North Face Patrol, Dana Bomb, Marmot Eiger, etc.

Cold World makes the marvelous Chernobyl pack.

[clg898]

Hello all,

First post in this form. Planning my first ever trip to Tuckerman either late April or early May and this site has been great resource. I've got a Backcountry.com Xmas gift certificate burning a hole in my pocket and I need help picking a pack for the trip. I would like to err on the larger side. The pack I choose will double as an overnight camping pack in summer for a planned trip with my 10yr old son. Whatever the final pack choice is I plan on picking up "G-string" sling for the final climb. Right now I'm leaning toward the Osprey Exposure 50 @ 3200cu, second choice is the Dakine Guide Pack @ 3000cu, and tied for third are the Lowe Alpine MX 50 at 3000cu and the Backcountry Access ALP55 at 3350cu. Anyone have experience with these packs or manufacturers? About me, 42 yrs, pretty fit for an old man desk jockey, skis ~50days a year preferring woods and bumps, 6'3 and 215#. Have hiked and skied 2000' vert lift served mountains but have never done any real backcountry skiing.

Any of those would be good for Tux. As far as backpacking with them... unless you're an ultralight weenie, I think 3,000cu might be on the small side... it depends... if you are carrying food, stove, tent, etc it'll be too small. If it's an overnight hut trip, you can probably get away with 3,000 cu. But, I also assume you'll be shouldering more of the load, since your 10 year old probably won't be hoisting a 50# pack... keep that in mind.