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Discover why the Dakine Poacher RAS 36L Pack is our top pick for backcountry touring. Compact, spacious, and loaded with features for safety and convenience.
Deep Dive
Why We Like The Dakine Poacher RAS 36L Pack
If you're looking for the ultimate backcountry touring pack, look no further than the Dakine Poacher RAS 36L Pack. It offers the perfect combination of spaciousness and compactness, making it ideal for all-day touring adventures while ensuring unhindered descents.
The main compartment provides ample room for essentials like lunch and extra layers, and the convenient back panel access allows you to grab what you need without unpacking the entire pack. Plus, the dedicated avy tool pocket ensures quick access to your probe and shovel in case of an emergency.
With a padded hipbelt, this pack stays securely in place as you ride, and the breathable back panel prevents your back from getting drenched in sweat.
The Dakine Poacher RAS 36L Pack is also compatible with Mammut's Removable Airbag 3.0 System (sold separately). In the event of an avalanche, this system inflates rapidly to keep you from being buried. For added protection in technical terrain, the pack is compatible with Dakine's Impact Spine Protector (also sold separately), because safety should always be a top priority.
Details
Specs
Material: 840D nylon
Volume: 36L (2197cu in)
Airbag: Removable Airbag System 3.0 by Mammut (sold separately)
Deployment System: Mammut removable airbag system 3.0 (sold separately)
Canister Included: no
Access: back panel
Pockets: 1 zippered goggle, 1 front panel, 1 back panel, 1 roll top airbag, 1 zippered shoulder
Ski Carry: a-frame, diagonal
Snowboard Carry: vertical
Helmet Carry: yes
Dimensions: 24.5 x 12 x 8.5in
Claimed Weight: 4.1lbs
Activity: backcountry skiing, backcountry snowboarding
Manufacturer Warranty: limited lifetime
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