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Backpacks?

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-GL-
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Im looking to get a backpack for skiing. Im probably going to use it in the backcountry/side country, id like to have something that its:

-Lightweight
-Easily accessible
-Room to hold alot of things
-Preferably able to hold skis
Some models ive been looking at are the dakine mission pack, and the line remote pack

Thanks everyone much appreciated
Apr 10 2011 9:30PM
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andrew95
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threads

Apr 10 2011 9:38PM
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Balto
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dakine heli pro dlx
Apr 10 2011 9:39PM
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MothaHucker
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well if you don't have a budget in mind...

black diamond bandit or black diamond agent

Apr 10 2011 9:42PM
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lanny94
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Dakine heli pro. U could try rei if ur in the statesnor canada mountain equipment has good bags
Apr 10 2011 9:44PM
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NWPA
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bdel outlaw avalung
Apr 10 2011 10:02PM
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Mt_Baker_Man
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You should look into getting a backpack with a built in spine protector. Ortovox and Arva make them, and I think a few others do as well.
Apr 10 2011 10:16PM
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Banane.
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Heli pro dlx or black diamond one
Apr 10 2011 10:24PM
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BmoChop
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oakley kitchen sink: http://www.buckmans.com/store/Oakley-Kitchen-Sink-Backpack-OSCARItem_1222=13523.aspx
Apr 10 2011 10:40PM
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LEATH
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heli pro by dakine
Apr 10 2011 11:17PM
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Bi-ShredinalGuy
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this backpack is amazing.. so comfortable to wear while riding
Apr 10 2011 11:47PM
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jca
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http://www.evocsports.com/en/evoc-snow/freeride-guide-30l.html

these guys make dope backpacks with built in back protectors. I've messed around with a couple of the local rep's packs and they seem really quality.
Apr 11 2011 12:19AM
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cobra_commander
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Dakine sucks. They carry weight like shit, carry skis like shit, and like to fall apart. Sure if you want to carry a lunch they are fine. But if you want to use them they are shit.

Black Diamond has been putting out impressive packs for a while now, I would feel confident buying from them.

Osprey makes good ski packs. There Kode series is very nice.

Camblebak has started making good civilian packs.

If you want a real pack though you will type in mysteryranch.com into your browser and look at their recreation line. Excellent packs.
Apr 11 2011 1:38AM
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LEATH
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cha cha chaaaaa
Apr 11 2011 2:01AM
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Ghini
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I'm not a big fan of my Dakine..it does it job, but doesnt carry the weight comfy..

Check out Osprey, I'm looking into them as well.. EVOC also has a new winter line and is great but I dont know if you can get it in the US?
Apr 11 2011 3:00AM
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LC.
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Agreed. BD, Osprey or Mammut if you're serious about carrying stuff. I've had a BD Covert (the old one) for a few years and I like it way more than the Heli Pro I very briefly owned.
Apr 11 2011 3:12AM
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ace_
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MYSTERY RANCH FUZE
Apr 11 2011 1:33PM
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cobra_commander
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^^^^^
Apr 11 2011 1:36PM
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Mt_Baker_Man
Posts: 2012 - Karma: 105
Mystery ranch kicks so much ass. I have an old Dana Design pack that is probably near 10 years old, and the only thing that shows any real wear is the zipper pulls. Best pack I have ever owned.
Apr 11 2011 4:21PM
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Davy.Crockett
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next adventure is hella legit
Apr 11 2011 4:27PM
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