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High Alpine Backpacks

Here at Snowsafe, we stock the full range of High Alpine Backpacks

Weatherproof in all conditions, High Alpine Backpacks are made for Demanding Alpinists who want to be out on the mountains in all weather conditions, from High Alpine Summits to Multi-day Tours, Please see the full range of Alpine backpacks and models below:


Ortovox 

 Peak 35  | Peak 32 S | Peak 42 S | Peak 45 | Peak DRY 38 S | Peak DRY 40 


Airbag Compatible Backpacks:

Backcountry Patrol E1 40 | Alpride SuperCap 40 | Ascent 40 AVABAG


High Alpine backpacks are made out of durable & robust Nylon materials which withstand all different weather conditions.  

High Alpine packs come in large volumes, from 35 to 45 litres, Key features consist of Rope Fastenings, Ice Axe Loops, Removable lids, Map compartment, Multiple Storage Compartments, Safety equipment fastenings, Hydration system compatibility, Avalanche Safety Compartments for your Shovel and Probe, First Aid Kit and More.

For more information on High Alpine backpacks head to the bottom of this page.


Deuter Freerider Pro 34+ - Black
Deuter Freerider Pro 34

£149.00

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Ortovox Peak 32 S - Night Blue
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Ortovox Peak 32 S

£139.00

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Ortovox Peak 35 - Black Raven
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Ortovox Peak 35

£119.00

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Ortovox Peak 42 S - Safety Blue
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Ortovox Peak 42 S

£149.00

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Ortovox Peak 45 - Safety Blue
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Ortovox Peak 45

£149.00

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Ortovox Peak 38 S DRY - Blue Lake
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Ortovox Peak 38 S DRY

£149.00

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Ortovox Peak 40 DRY - Just Blue
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Ortovox Peak 40 DRY

£149.00

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Ortovox Ascent 40 Avabag Backpack
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Ortovox Ascent 40 AVABAG Backpack w/o AVABAG Unit

£209.00

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Scott Backcountry Patrol E1 40 Backpack
Scott Backcountry Patrol E1 40 Backpack

£199.00

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Alpride E1 SuperCap 40 Kit
Alpride E1 SuperCap 40 Backpack

£249.00

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Deuter Freerider Pro 34+ - Black
Deuter Freerider Pro 34

£149.00

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Ortovox Peak 32 S - Night Blue
Ortovox Peak 32 S

£139.00

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Ortovox Peak 35 - Black Raven
Ortovox Peak 35

£119.00

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Ortovox Peak 42 S - Safety Blue
Ortovox Peak 42 S

£149.00

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Ortovox Peak 45 - Safety Blue
Ortovox Peak 45

£149.00

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Ortovox Peak 38 S DRY - Blue Lake
Ortovox Peak 38 S DRY

£149.00

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Ortovox Peak 40 DRY - Just Blue
Ortovox Peak 40 DRY

£149.00

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Ortovox Ascent 40 Avabag Backpack
Ortovox Ascent 40 AVABAG Backpack w/o AVABAG Unit

£209.00

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Scott Backcountry Patrol E1 40 Backpack
Scott Backcountry Patrol E1 40 Backpack

£199.00

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Alpride E1 SuperCap 40 Kit
Alpride E1 SuperCap 40 Backpack

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What is High Alpine Touring?

High alpine touring is the pinnacle of mountaineering. It is where rock meets ice. It will challenge you to be a complete mountaineer.

It tests your body, spirit, fitness, strength and ability. High alpine tours are physically demanding, requiring knowledge of the terrain, its potential dangers and the technical equipment involved.

High alpine tours are as fascinating as they are challenging. They offer the promise of hugely memorable experiences in unforgettable landscapes.

To eliminate risks it's important you take the following steps before ascending any mountain, Plan your tour, make sure you are up to date with crevasse rescue, study meteorology and geographical orientation.

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What makes a good High Alpine Backpack?

A good high alpine touring backpack should be weatherproof in all conditions. When summiting at a high altitude the air starts to become thin, weather conditions get more demanding so a robust and comfortable backpack becomes a major player in your fleet of equipment.  Here's what to look out for in a good High Alpine Touring pack: 


Volume:

Every good High Alpine backpack comes with enough room for multi-day tours and high alpine summits,  ranging from 35 - 45 Litres of usable volume, this should allow you to pack all of the high Alpine touring necessities such as:

  • Helmet 
  • Harness 
  • Crampons 
  • Rope 
  • Ice Axe
  • Carabiners 
  • Slings
  • Accessory Cords
  • Ice Screws
  • Micro Traxion & Tibllock rope Clamps
  • Shovel 
  • Probe
  • First Aid Kit

Pack list for high alpine tours: Equipment with crampons, ice axe.


Back Shape:

Like ski touring backpacks, Comfort is key when summiting high altitude peaks, in order to gain this a good back system needs to be in place. 

The high alpine touring backpacks we supply adapt to the natural S-shape of the spine through a Predetermined Curvature of the back systems and ensures that the backpack closely Surrounds The Back.

With optimal body-hugging fit, the padded back systems and stable hip belts make the packs secure with any movement.

For those who want to reduce the weight, the hipbelt, ice axe holder and lid compartment can be removed on the Peak 40 & 38 S DRY.

Brands like Ortovox & Osprey offer ski touring packs specially made for those with shorter back lengths.


Materials used:

A must-have for any high-end alpine backpack is good quality materials that are 100% weatherproof, resistant to abrasion and offer a long life span.

Here's what brands use in their packs:

Ortovox

  • Peak DRY - Nylon 360D TPU Coated (PFC FREE)
  • Peak Range (Non DRY)-  Nylon 420D HD Ripstop | Nylon 420 D Monster
  • Ascent - Nylon 420D Robic  - Nylon 100D Robic Ripstop

Scott

  • Backcountry Patrol 40 -  Composition: Shell Fabric - 100% polyamide, Lining: 100% Polyester, H/T 420D Nylon Plain, W/R, 1,500MM, H/T 210D Nylon Double R/S W/R, 1,000MM

Alpride

  • SuperCap 40 - N210D HD R/S SD PU, DYNEEMA HAS W1403-001, N210 D HD R/S SD deep blue

Standard Features of a High Alpine Touring Backpack:

All good High Alpine packs come with a set of standard features, you can find these in almost every pack we supply:

Safety Compartment for Shovel & Probe

Avalanche Safety Compartment

Immediate access to your emergency equipment such as your Shovel & Probe, First Aid Kit


D-Skifix

Diagonal Ski Fix (D-Skifix)

All good touring packs come with a Diagonal ski fastener, versatile in use.

Not found on the Ortovox Peak DRY 40 & 38 S.


Compression Straps

Compression Straps

Simple backpack compression with little content. Also serves as a side ski fastener.

Not found on any of the Airbag compatible Backpacks.


Snowboard & Snowshoe Fastener

Snowboard and Snowshoe Fastener

Flexible carrying fastener for snowboards, snowshoes, and others.

Not found on the Ortovox Peak DRY 40 & 38 S.


Rope Attachment

Rope Attachment 

Simple attachment of a rope on the main compartment.


Ice Axe & Hiking Pole Attachment

Ice Axe and Hiking Pole Attachment

Simple, rigid fastener allows rapid access to ice axe and poles.


 

Helmet Net

Helmet Net

Net for convenient and secure fastening of a helmet. 


Hydration System Compatible 

Secure holder for all common drink bladders.

A must for all alplinists, Its important to stay hydrated on the mountain.


  • Hip Pockets
  • Key Holders
  • Map Compartment 
  • Crampon Fastening And More

Shop High Alpine Touring Backpacks:


Ortovox 

 Peak 35  | Peak 32 S | Peak 42 S | Peak 45 | Peak DRY 38 S | Peak DRY 40 


Airbag Compatible Backpacks:

Backcountry Patrol E1 40 | Alpride SuperCap 40 | Ascent 40 AVABAG

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