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Snomad 23L Backpack

Snomad 23L Backpack

Description

Why We Like The North Face Snomad 23L Backpack

A favorite amongst backcountry skiers and snowboarders, the North Face Snomad 23L Backpack impresses with its eco-friendly recycled construction, ensuring that we can explore the mountains while minimizing our environmental impact. But it doesn't stop there - this backpack also offers a comfortable and functional load carriage, keeping us going strong throughout the day.

Buckles provide a secure and comfortable carry of our skis or snowboard, offering the choice between a diagonal or A-frame carry. We can confidently scale the snowy peaks, knowing that our gear is held securely in place.

Accessing our essentials has never been easier with back-access to the main compartment. No need to dig through layers of gear - everything is within easy reach, ensuring a seamless experience on the mountain.

Our safety is paramount, and the North Face Snomad 23L Backpack recognizes that. It features an adjustable ice-axe carry that allows us to choose which side to mount our ice-axe, offering flexibility and convenience. Additionally, it boasts an integrated helmet carry, providing a dedicated space to keep our helmet secure and easily accessible. Furthermore, a separate compartment is specifically designed to safely store our avalanche probe and shovel, ensuring that we are prepared for any unexpected circumstances.

Details

  • A technical pack designed for backcountry skiing and snowboarding with a focus on performance and security.
  • Carry your skis or snowboards conveniently with an A-frame or a diagonal ski carry.
  • Enjoy easy access to your gear through the back-access main compartment.
  • Prioritize safety with a specialized compartment for an avalanche probe and shovel.
  • An adjustable ice-axe carry accommodates use on the left or right side.
  • A large front skin pocket offers secure storage for when hiking is done.
  • Additional features include a hydration sleeve, whistle buckle for added safety, and 360 reflectivity for enhanced visibility.

Specs

Material: [front] 200D recycled polyester ripstop, non-PFC DWR treatment, [back, sides] 420D recycled nylon, non-PFC DWR treatment

Volume: 23L

Support/Suspension: comfortable and functional load carriage inspired by Summit Series packs

Shoulder Straps: padded

Waist Belt: hipbelt

Hydration Compatible: yes, hydration sleeve

Reservoir Included: no

Access: back panel

Pockets: dedicated compartment for an avalanche probe and shovel, two hipbelt (one with a key-fob loop), large front skin

Ski Carry: A-frame, diagonal (self-tightening and easy to access)

Snowboard Carry: yes

Helmet Carry: integrated on top of pack

Ice Axe Carry: yes, adjustable (left or right side)

Dimensions: 11.02 x 7.28 x 19.09in

Claimed Weight: 2lbs 9oz (1165g)

Activity: backcountry skiing, backcountry snowboarding

Manufacturer Warranty: lifetime