Mountain Hardwear South Col Pack

The Mountain Hardwear South Col 75 technical backpack is designed for the serious user hauling alpine or climbing gear on single or multiday climbs. Dual-density foam padded shoulder straps and hipbelt distribute load evenly for maximum comfort. HDPE framesheet with an alloy shaping rod helps transfer load to the hips. Compression-molded backpanel balances ventilation, comfort and snow-shedding properties. Top-loading main compartment features an under-lid rope attachment. High-durability front tarp resists damage from ice axes, crampons and rocks. Hide-away, full-wrap compression straps clean up the look of the pack and let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying. Fully reinforced 3-point haul system and a center daisy chain let you attach alpine gear outside. Dual Axe-S toggle holds an ice axe or trekking pole securely, yet releases quickly on demand. Hydration-compatible design features a reservoir pocket and twin drink-tube exit ports for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately). For summit pushes and minimalist packing, put pack weight under 3 lbs. by removing framesheet and top pocket and swapping padded hipbelt for 1.5-in. webbing hipbelt (included).