Bring all the hardware you need for rock routes, ice pitches, or ski tours. The Guide is a stout companion on rough outings. Slim but far from frail, it blends a clean, body-hugging fit with construction that shrugs off the abuse of alpine travel. For lightweight missions, the hipbelt, frame, and foam mat can be stripped off to make it sleeker.
- Women’s specific fit features shorter back length, narrower shoulder straps, and a conical hipbelt
- X-frame has curved aluminum stays for weight transfer and flexibility
- Alpine Back System has 2 foam stripes to promote air circulation around your body. 3D AirMesh on all contact points
- Foam mat stabilizes the back and removes to become a bivy seat
- Vari Flex hip fins let the waistbelt follow your body movements. Both fins and waistbelt are independently removable
- Lid has gear attachment rings, a central zipped pocket and valuables pocket, and is height adjustable for overloading
- Spindrift collar
- Detachable rope lashing strap
- Compression straps can be fastened over the middle of the pack for load configuration
- Reinforced ski attachment straps and a place to attach crampons
- Gear loops on waist belt
- Ready for hydration systems up to 3L capacity
- Interior SOS label details international emergency signal instructions
