ALPINE
Load adjustor straps on the shoulder straps and hip fins serve to fine-tune the load according to the terrain.
Ergonomically shaped shoulder straps lined with breathable 3D AirMesh. SL shoulder straps feature extra comfortable soft edges.
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Ergonomic and removable X-frame with curved profile aluminium stays (removable) perfectly transfers the load on the hip wings (on models Guide and Rise Tour).
Flexible Delrin® U-frame in the models Freerider Pro, Guide Lite and Rise provides stability and effective load transfer with minimum extra weight. It follows the most varied movements with absolute ease.
ALPINE BACK SYSTEM
Body-hugging soft stripe pads follow even rapid movements and keep the load close to the body’s centre of gravity – essential in difficult terrain. The channel between the pads provides extra comfort by creating a “chimney” effect ventilation.
Removable insulating sitting mat stabilises the back.
Compact hip fins Removable, pivoting Vari Flex hip fins follow any movement, which saves energy and provides great freedom of movement even in difficult passages. The hip fins can be easily removed on the models Guide, Rise Pro, Rise Tour, and Freerider Pro. Advantages: weight reduction and better access to the climbing harness. The backpack can thus be carried just with the waist strap, which is also removable (on models Guide, Rise Pro and Rise Tour).
ensure perfect weight transfer and a stable fit – with PE-reinforcement on the bigger models.
The way up the Cosmique route to the Aiguille du Midi; Chamonix, France; Birgit Gelder