Best Pack for Cragging?

Check out The North Face Cinder 55. I found this pack while I was looking for a haul bag to use as a crag pack. I like the bucket style of the haul bag, but wanted a real suspension. It's ultra durable, stands up on its own, and carries 40+ lbs very well. Read reviews online and you'll find others with the same praise. And it can be bought right around $120. Can't beat that.

I took out my trango crag pack out to the crags the other weekend and I recommend it. Can't beat it for the price.

I got the Trango Crag Pack and took it out to the Creek a couple of weeks ago. It replaced my older style Arcteryx Miura (?50) which just didn't carry well for me. I like the Trango; carries well, sizable enough for the Creek (probably the same volume or more than the Arcteryx), and they built it out of durable materials though we'll see how that goes. Even if it wears out faster than expected - it's pretty cheap to replace.

I was just recently doing a research on the best crag pack myself and read a lot of different reviews online. I was thinking of getting the Trango Crag Pack myself but then I found this sweet deal on backcountry...

backcountry.com/patagonia-c…

It's 50% off the Patagonia Crag Daddy Pack, if you choose the blue color. I have always used a top loading pack for my daily cragging pack and also for a longer approaches like routes in red rocks. I wanted to try something different and after reading this review,

thealpinestart.com/2015/05/…

I figured I would jump the gun and try it myself. I have a friend that swears by duffle style packs, so I guess we will see If I feel the same way

this was also a good read

eveningsends.com/climbing/b…

DRusso wrote:DMM Flight

This. Perfect carry-on size too.

It's a little pricey but I really like my Mammut Trion Pro 50+7. It's super versatile (it can be quite large or relatively small) and I love the opening through the back panel. Make sure you get the one with that opening since earlier models didn't have it.

http://www.rei.com/product/878787/mammut-trion-pro-50-7-pack?cm_mmc=cse_PLA_GOOG-_-8787870001&CAWELAID=120217890000832007&lsft=cm_mmc:cse_PLA_GOOG

tomW wrote:It's a little pricey but I really like my Mammut Trion Pro 50+7. It's super versatile (it can be quite large or relatively small) and I love the opening through the back panel. Make sure you get the one with that opening since earlier models didn't have it. rei.com/product/878787/mamm…

I just got this Mammut pack and I agree it's awesome. I bought it for overnight trips but used it for cragging last weekend and the back panel opening was quite convenient. Got mine on sale at Backcountry Gear

Miso hypocrit

But u would be too if u saw one of these for 39 maple syrup dollahs

I bought 3 of em today and gave one to my favorite climbing partner to use today

;)

Dead bird miura 35 39 dollahs

Squacking dead birds

Ahh-teh-licks bely bely guuud

Haha after all those BearBreeder posts about the unnecessary expense of Arc'Teryx, especially Miuras.... and the girl has on Dead Bird hat and fleece too!!!

Linnaeus wrote:Haha after all those BearBreeder posts about the unnecessary expense of Arc'Teryx, especially Miuras.... and the girl has on Dead Bird hat and fleece too!!!

dead bird makes AZN gurls V HAPPI !!!

my AZN family members have claimed the other 2 miura .... "vely vely guuud pack ... such a big logo ... wii ruuuuv ahh-teh-licks, u da best family evah!!!", they said as they ran off with the packs

good thing it only cost 39 maple syrup dollahs ...

When in doubt by dead bird for AZNs

Dead bird 60 dollahs ski pants

5 dollah dead bird skirt

20 dollah dead bird pants

Dead birds !!!

Its THAT simple

;)

The Osprey Variant 52 has been great for me. The old style Variants were pretty junky but Osprey kept replacing them with new ones and the most recent one they gave me is the new style Variant and I am impressed. If carrying a full Creek kit, the rope has to go outside under the brain but carries a lot of weight very well. Good luck.

id opt for the bag with a zipper and two straps.

I think an old-school External Frame Backpack would be great for cragging.

Crag bags are a dime a dozen. Comes down to fit, comfort, and what you will be carrying. I have the Miura 45, great nut expsensive, my wife has a more affordable Mamut crag pack. Both are great. Gear loops are awesome, and so is the full on zip down feature. Choose wisely my friend.

Trango Crag pack.

Gotta add to the Muira 45...awesome pack, great design. It'll fit a standard rack to an old 4, shoes, 12 quick draws, 12 alpine draws, harness and accompanying BS...however, horribly uncomfortable shoulder straps, no padded waist belt, and awesomely big pockets. To me, in this case, utility overrides comfort - for cragging.

I had my doubts at first about the new Muira 45 pack, but after using it for a year I have grown to really appreciate it. The only downside is that I am still not convinced that it is a true 45L pack...But the pros definitely out weigh the cons.

First, even with the hip belt not being padded, I have found it to be just as comfortable as my other packs. I think shape of the back panel and the pack contouring to the person helps distribute the weight better on the wearer's hips. Also, the materials seem like they will last a very long time. I have used it on every trip over the past year and it still looks brand new. Also, I can fit a complete double rack, sport draws, alpine draws, harness, shoes, guide book, food, and a filled 3L water bladder (fully packed). Another convenient thing that I use quite frequently is the bungee type cord in the back that I use to carry my helmet on the outside of the pack. Lastly, like the older Muira packs, I really enjoy how quickly and easily it is the open the entire back right on up.

Major downside is that like most dead bird stuff, it is very expensive (it was a birthday gift). However, I have seen it on sale on some internet retailers within the past couple of months.

Definitely check out black diamond creek 50 and creek 35. Both are roomy, carry really well, and despite some reports have full length zippers down the side for easy access.

BD Creek 50