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Iain t.'s Review of Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 25L
I bought this for a minimalist day pack - but something that would do for winter conditions, and also as a sole luggage piece for a weekend/conference that I could carry on a plane and beat the 7Kg limit.
I really like the simplistic design - just one big bag - with a little pocket in the lid for a few vitals you don’t want to have to rummage for. For a pack this size you don’t need a padded waist belt - just a simple belt to keep the pack snug. It also has an easily adjustable chest strap. The back is lightly padded but no ventilating absorbent padding - just the plain nylon the rest of the pack is made of. Personally I think they are a bit of a gimmick - your back will get sweaty - whatever. The value of the plain nylon - there is nothing to dry off.
The shoulder straps are nicely padded and should be adequate for anything you can cram in the pack - unless you are carrying rocks or gold bars!
Two ice axes can be carried and with a bit of shock cord you can add walking poles too. No space or provision for water bottles or hydration system - but I find I usually just chuck my water bottle in my pack anyway so no changes there for me. Adventure racers may not like that as you just have to stop - for me these days thats a bonus!
Genuine downsides are really not there - I would suggest using a dry bag - no seam sealing so stuff could get wet. I do think a minimalist price would go well with the bag - I get that miniaturising electronics is expensive - I don’t think the same should apply to a pack!
In summary a really super light yet robust day pack that performs just like you would expect with no unnecessary frills.
I really like the simplistic design - just one big bag - with a little pocket in the lid for a few vitals you don’t want to have to rummage for. For a pack this size you don’t need a padded waist belt - just a simple belt to keep the pack snug. It also has an easily adjustable chest strap. The back is lightly padded but no ventilating absorbent padding - just the plain nylon the rest of the pack is made of. Personally I think they are a bit of a gimmick - your back will get sweaty - whatever. The value of the plain nylon - there is nothing to dry off.
The shoulder straps are nicely padded and should be adequate for anything you can cram in the pack - unless you are carrying rocks or gold bars!
Two ice axes can be carried and with a bit of shock cord you can add walking poles too. No space or provision for water bottles or hydration system - but I find I usually just chuck my water bottle in my pack anyway so no changes there for me. Adventure racers may not like that as you just have to stop - for me these days thats a bonus!
Genuine downsides are really not there - I would suggest using a dry bag - no seam sealing so stuff could get wet. I do think a minimalist price would go well with the bag - I get that miniaturising electronics is expensive - I don’t think the same should apply to a pack!
In summary a really super light yet robust day pack that performs just like you would expect with no unnecessary frills.
This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.
Would Recommend:
Yes