What's the difference between the 40L, 55L, and 70L sizes?

The volume determines how much gear you can carry. The 40L works for single-day alpine objectives or ultralight overnight trips. The 55L handles multi-day expeditions with moderate gear. The 70L is built for extended trips lasting a week or more, or shorter trips where you're carrying extra equipment like rope, protection, and expedition supplies.

How do I measure torso length for sizing?

Torso length is measured from the bony prominence at the base of your neck (C7 vertebra) to the top of your hip bones (iliac crest). You'll need someone to help you measure along your spine while standing straight. This measurement determines which torso size—Small, Medium, Large, or Tall—will position the hip belt and shoulder straps correctly for your frame.

Can I attach skis to this pack?

Yes. The four vertical daisy chains along the pack body provide multiple attachment points for skis. You can run straps through the daisy chain loops to secure skis in an A-frame carry or diagonally, depending on your preference and what other gear you have attached.

Will the crampon carrier fit all crampon models?

The bungee crampon carrier is designed to accommodate standard mountaineering crampons. It uses elastic retention to hold the crampon points securely against the pack exterior. Most full-size alpine and ski mountaineering crampons will fit, though ultralight or compact models may require adjusting the bungee tension.

Is this pack waterproof?

Dyneema composite fabric is highly water-resistant and does not absorb moisture like traditional pack fabrics. However, the roll-top closure and any open attachment points can allow water entry in heavy rain or submersion. For complete waterproofing, use a dry bag liner inside the main compartment for items that must stay dry.

Ice Pack

The 3-second version

Bungee crampon carrier keeps points secure and accessible
Dedicated ice tool attachments free up interior space
Four vertical daisy chains for skis, poles, and external gear
Needs torso measurement for fit
External gear adds width
Sized for expedition loads

Why it's on GiftsFeed

Technical Winter Backpack for Alpine Climbing and Ski Mountaineering

Most winter backpacks force you to choose between burying your crampons inside—where they take up space and require unpacking to retrieve—or lashing them haphazardly to the outside with whatever straps you can improvise. This pack builds the crampon and ice tool carry directly into the structure, so your sharp technical gear stays out of the main compartment but still rides securely.

The four full-length daisy chains matter because winter objectives pile on gear: skis, poles, rope, extra layers. You need actual attachment points, not creative uses of compression straps. If you're moving through varied terrain where you'll transition between climbing, skiing, and hiking in a single day, dedicated external systems keep you from treating your pack like a junk drawer.

Good gift when

Alpine climbers who need gear access without unpacking
Ski mountaineers carrying both climbing and skiing equipment
Multi-day winter expeditions in glaciated terrain
People who prefer external carry for frequently used tools

Skip it if Requires torso measurement for proper fit, and the external carry system adds bulk compared to streamlined daypacks designed for groomed trails

Specs

Volume Options: 40L, 55L, 70L
Torso Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, Tall
Material: Dyneema composite fabric
Intended Use: Alpine climbing, ski mountaineering, winter expeditions
Closure Type: Roll-top with over-the-top Y-strap
External Carry: Ice tool attachments, bungee crampon carrier, four vertical daisy chains
Manufacturer: Hyperlite Mountain Gear

What's included

Ice Pack backpack
Ice tool attachments
Bungee crampon carrier
Over-the-top Y-strap

If you're giving it

You'll need their size

Requires torso length measurement for proper fit and load distribution

The details

When you're moving through terrain that demands both climbing gear and backcountry essentials, your pack needs to handle the full load without turning into a gear explosion. This technical backpack positions crampons and ice tools where you can reach them without dumping everything else onto the snow.

The bungee crampon carrier keeps sharp points secure and accessible on the outside of the pack body. Ice tool attachments give you dedicated spots for axes without compromising interior space or snagging fabric. Four vertical daisy chains run the length of the pack, creating multiple attachment points for skis, poles, or whatever else won't fit inside.

A roll-top closure adjusts to varying volumes, and an over-the-top Y-strap runs across the lid to compress and secure a rope externally. The design assumes you'll be layering up and down throughout the day, which means frequent access to buried items—the external carry system keeps your most-used tools outside the main compartment so you're not excavating every time you transition.

Available in 40L, 55L, and 70L capacities with torso sizing from small through tall. The pack scales to multi-day expeditions or stripped-down single-push objectives depending on which volume you choose. Hyperlite Mountain Gear manufactures this in their signature Dyneema composite fabric, which holds up to the kind of scraping and abrading that comes with ice climbing and ski mountaineering.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear

Ice Pack

Expedition-ready pack with integrated crampon carry and ice tool attachments

$380at hyperlitemountaingear.com

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The 3-second version

Bungee crampon carrier keeps points secure and accessible
Dedicated ice tool attachments free up interior space
Four vertical daisy chains for skis, poles, and external gear
Needs torso measurement for fit
External gear adds width
Sized for expedition loads

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Questions

What's the difference between the 40L, 55L, and 70L sizes?: The volume determines how much gear you can carry. The 40L works for single-day alpine objectives or ultralight overnight trips. The 55L handles multi-day expeditions with moderate gear. The 70L is built for extended trips lasting a week or more, or shorter trips where you're carrying extra equipment like rope, protection, and expedition supplies.
How do I measure torso length for sizing?: Torso length is measured from the bony prominence at the base of your neck (C7 vertebra) to the top of your hip bones (iliac crest). You'll need someone to help you measure along your spine while standing straight. This measurement determines which torso size—Small, Medium, Large, or Tall—will position the hip belt and shoulder straps correctly for your frame.
Can I attach skis to this pack?: Yes. The four vertical daisy chains along the pack body provide multiple attachment points for skis. You can run straps through the daisy chain loops to secure skis in an A-frame carry or diagonally, depending on your preference and what other gear you have attached.
Will the crampon carrier fit all crampon models?: The bungee crampon carrier is designed to accommodate standard mountaineering crampons. It uses elastic retention to hold the crampon points securely against the pack exterior. Most full-size alpine and ski mountaineering crampons will fit, though ultralight or compact models may require adjusting the bungee tension.
Is this pack waterproof?: Dyneema composite fabric is highly water-resistant and does not absorb moisture like traditional pack fabrics. However, the roll-top closure and any open attachment points can allow water entry in heavy rain or submersion. For complete waterproofing, use a dry bag liner inside the main compartment for items that must stay dry.