Save up to 50% on Clothing, Gear, & Accessories Detail ImagesCurrent ColorBMG 105 Backpack - 6400-7000cu in Select a Size:Select optionsSelect optionsSelect a Color:Select optionsQuantityAdd To CartAdd To Wish ListBuilt for guides or mountain masters.You have a lot of gear to haul up the mountain, and the beefy Mountain Hardwear BMG 105 Backpack prevents your backbone from buckling on the third morning of your trek. For that, you can thank the Alpine Suspension and smart compression straps that transfer your heavy load from your shoulders to your hips and allow you to carry this extendable, guide-worthy pack over countless ridge lines. Two hollow stays add the structure you need to carry 70-pound loads. and they can be removed for lighter alpine quests. The removable HardWave framesheet keeps the pack flat on your back for a comfortable and predictable carry over goat paths and crevasse crossings. Meanwhile, a large, stowable front strap condenses the main compartment when you’re carrying a smaller load during those less gear-intensive missions.

Mountain Hardwear gave the pack its low-bulk FitLock waist belt to redistribute the majority of the load to your legs. The removable top lid features a rope strap for alpine climbing trips and utilizes glove-friendly compression straps to shrink the load on the go. The FlapTop design means that the pack remains weather-resistant with or without the top lid attached. A front daisy chain, sleeping pad straps, and ice axe straps provide a variety of external carry optionsDesigned for gear-intensive expeditions in the alpineSpacious design for self-supported ascents in remote rangesRemovable hollow stays add structure and disperse weightMolded back panel helps pack maintain a comfortable fit and feelLow-bulk FitLock waist helps distribute weight to hipsRemovable top lid with strap for securing climbing ropeFront daisy chain secures sleeping pads and ice axesItem #MHW1770Learn moreLearn moreReviewsQ & AWhat do you think about this Write a ReviewHave questions about this product?You are using a web browser we don't support.

Please use the latest version of one of these browsers. 2-part, multi-density padded hipbelt with gear loops lets you carry even the heaviest loads in comfort HardWave suspension conforms comfortably to the curve of your back and distributes weight evenly; it can be removed for carrying lighter loads Main compartment features waterproof OutDry membrane construction to help keep contents dry Large zippered front pocket stores frequently used items; pocket maintains its volume even when the main compartment is fully packed Multiple lash points accommodate overloading; long compression straps effectively reduce pack volume to keep any size load stable Mountain Hardwear BMG 105 OutDry Pack features an easy-access crampon stash pocket View all Mountain Hardwear Backpacking Packs Gear Capacity (cu. in.) Number of Exterior Pockets 5 + main compartment Polypropylene / aluminum stay We stand behind everything we sell. If you are not satisfied with your REI purchase, you can return it for a replacement or refund within one year of purchase.

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*10% is typical but not guaranteed. Your refund is based on eligible purchases, which exclude REI gift cards, services, fees, REI Adventures trips, REI Garage, and discounted items. We believe in packing light whenever possible. However, some adventures require more stuff. Whether you're climbing Denali or trekking through the rainforest carrying tons of camera gear, you'll need an expedition pack. We tested the two most popular ones available across Norway, Iceland and on a 185-mile hike through Nepal.nike legend backpack fiyat What's an Expedition Pack? espe backpack handbagAn expedition pack is a technical backcountry pack designed to carry massive, heavy loads. backpack growtopiaThe ones that we tested were at least 100 liters in volume and were designed to comfortably carry loads up to 65 lbs. Typically, they have a plethora of features geared toward expeditionary climbing on peaks such as Denali or Aconcagua where it's necessary to carry all of your own supplies and gear for weeks on-end.

Both of these packs survived four countries, multiple flights, trains, busses, jeeps, and cabs — in addition to a 185 mile trek through the Himalayas and a climb to 20,305'. The Test: We tested the Mountain Hardwear BMG 105 OutDry ($360. 4 lbs, 11 oz - Small/Medium) and the Gregory Denali 100 ($400. 6 lbs, 10 oz - Medium.) Both packs are new for 2014 and represent the pinnacle of expedition pack design.We carried them for hundreds of miles throughout multiple countries, all over the world; and in every possible type of weather condition: Fully loaded for traveling and trekking; with medium sized-loads for shorter adventures, and stripped down for high-altitude climbing. In Iceland, we carried them through torrential downpours of rain, snow, and sleet. In Nepal, through the dry and dusty Khumbu region before using them to climb the 20,305' Imja Tse. Daniel Bruce Lee and I traded off periodically so that we could each formulate fully developed opinions on both packs.

For reference, we are both 5'6" and about 140lbs. The Results: Both packs were designed with similar purposes in mind, yet they each have very distinct design, features, and construction. Fit: The first thing that you'll notice about these packs is their distinct shape. The BMG (grey/orange/white) can best be described as short and fat, while the Denali (black) is tall and skinny (skinny being relative in this case — both of these packs are gargantuan.) Due to their respective shapes, the BMG can sit upright on its own; Carrying the fully-loaded BMG fittingly felt like wearing a big hump on your back. The Denali felt like wearing an exoskeleton — it really wrapped around the body. The Denali's hip belt is much more robust; it was most comfortable with the weight distributed onto the hips. I felt that the BMG was most comfortable with more weight distributed onto the shoulders. The BMG was more comfortable to me overall, but Daniel preferred the Denali. Features: Both packs feature the basics: Main compartments, top lids, front pockets, ice-axe attachments, crampon pouches, and daisy chains.

However, each pack took different approaches to those features. The BMG features one large front pocket with a zipper across the top, while the Denali has two separate pockets that zipped on the sides. The two front pockets on the Denali were separated by a divider which could be unzipped, turning it into one large pocket. It was easy to lose items in the front pocket of the BMG; as such both Daniel and I preferred the front pockets of the Denali. The BMG has an external crampon pouch with drain holes; the Denali does not. The former uses plastic buckles to attach ice axes, while the latter uses a simple toggle that runs through the axe's head. Both are equally easy to use and effective for holding your tools, however we prefer how the Denali holds tools in a more streamlined position that's closer to the body of the pack. Axes attached to the BMG poked out in a precarious fashion. Also worth noting - one of the plastic buckles for the axe attachment on the BMG broke after Norwegian Airlines was a little rough on it.

The Denali's toggle is metal and utilizes a simpler design; it seems less likely to malfunction. The top lid on the BMG features several daisy chains, which were useful for attaching climbing helmets and solar panels. The Denali did not have any daisy chains on the top lid, but it had several more on the front of the pack than the BMG. The Denali's hip belt has a small pocket for snacks, sunscreen, etc. on one side; a gear loop on the other. Both Daniel and I found this feature much more useful than the BMG's dual gear loops. However, the BMG's hip belt uses a buckle fixed to one side; it was much easier to tighten the waist belt, especially with one hand. The Denali also has an expandable water bottle pocket on each side. These were very useful for providing quick access to jackets, snacks, and water. Instead of water bottle pockets, the BMG has a couple of reinforced loops for hauling sleds. The Denali also has a zippered side pocket for maps or a headlamp; and it features a zippered side access panel to the main pocket.

Finally, the Denali features a removable bivy pad and hydration sleeve and ports. The BMG's OutDry membrane kept my gear dry, even during the worst weather. Photo: Daniel Bruce Lee. The single biggest difference between the two packs: one is waterproof and one is not. The BMG's main compartment uses Mountain Hardwear's OutDry waterproof membrane technology and it is completely waterproof. I put it to the test under 10 hours of torrential, multi-directional rain while in Iceland; it never wet out. In order to compensate for the weather, we had to line the Denali with large trash bags. These were annoying to work with; it negated the side access panel. The Best Expedition Pack You Can Buy Is: A draw. The Gregory Denali is better designed and is loaded with features, but they come at a penalty: it weighs 1 lb, 15 oz, or 30 percent more than the Mountain Hardwear BMG. The Denali is also $40 more expensive than the BMG. The BMG is lighter, completely waterproof, and less expensive, but lacks the features and attention to detail that the Denali has.