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MEC Alpinelite 60 Alpine Pack – light and stable

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Make it to the top of the snowy peak with all your gear, thanks to the MEC Alpinelite 60 Alpine Pack. A light and lithe pack, the Alpinelite 60 weighs in at 1.9kg, making it light to carry. A top loader with a full side zip, this MEC alpine pack is made from 210-denier Tommen Dyneema nylon body, making it rugged and tough. And with the addition of sewn-on shoulder straps and waistbelt, the Alpinelite 60 is super sable too. It even comes equipped with integrated Uretek-lined crampon pouch and gear loops on the waistbelt that pull double duty as tool loops. Other features include weatherproof Uretek coated zippers, two pairs of compression straps for load management and thermo-moulded back pad. Start climbing for $149. Mountain Equipment Co-op.

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Also See: Light Alpine Pack , MEC Alpine Pack , Stable Alpine Pack

GoLite Jam Alpine Pack – light and comfortable

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If you plan on spending the whole day trekking through the snow, you’d better have on the GoLite Jam Alpine Pack. The super light Jam weighs in at 1 lb 10 oz and can carry 51 liters. Making it easy and comfortable to carry, this GoLite Alpine pack comes with an adjustable hip belt, removable comfort foam back pad and Spacer mesh shoulder straps with Brock foam padding. When you need to get at your stuff, the Jam’s two side compression straps with quick-release buckles give you easy access. And bring all your backcountry essentials – its side compression straps release and join to carry a snowboard or snowshoes, and it features ice axe loops with lightweight elastic cord and pack hook system for closure. Pack it up for $125. GoLite.

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Also See: Comfortable Alpine Pack , GoLite Alpine Pack , Light Alpine Pack