Montane Fast Alpine 40 Litre Rucksack

The Montane Fast Alpine 40 Rucksack is essential for any higher altitude trail.

Expertly designed for ultimate durability, function and comfortable fit and operation while out on the mountains, Alpine trails and climbing into the unknown; the Montane Fast Alpine 40 Rucksack is ready for your next adventure.

Serious mountain climbs demand well-designed, well-constructed kit. Developed in conjunction with Montaness lead athlete and big wall climber Andy Kirkpatrick, leading British mountain guides and outdoor activists, the Fast Alpine 40 exudes functionality. The Fast Alpine 40 is designed to carry heavy climbing equipment to the base of a route and can compress down tightly when relatively empty. It works perfectly in conjunction with a technical climbing harness and is robust enough to cope with contact against abrasive rock surfaces. Most importantly, it is comfortable on long routes when dynamic climbing manoeuvres are required.

CONSTRUCTION

The Montane Fast Alpine 40 Litre is Constructed from RAPTOR RS fabric in the main body which is tough yet lightweight and features a superb Durable Water Resistance and tear resistance properties for partial weather protection and reinforcement from sharp trail terrains.

The is also the utlisation of RAPTOR UTL tough, lightweight panels for additional abrasion protection against rock surfaces and GRANITE STRETCH skirt lid side panels give a clean fabric hugging lid closure. Lastly another Super lightweight HALO lining fabric has a 1m hydrostatic head and offers additional protection to contents.

BACK SYSTEM

The Minimalist, lightweight moulded MONTANE Comfort Climb Back Pad features channels that enhance ventilation and wick moisture away from the body fro fast drying relief as you perform. Working in unison VertErgo Climb lightweight back system provides strength, support and comfort when carrying heavy loads, whilst also providing flex so as to not inhibit body movement.

It can also be manipulated to fit the user's back for a specific tailored fit VertErgo Climb back system is also engineered to be helmet compatible and allow unrestricted movement. It is also formed with a horizontal top section which provides structure for top tension straps to torque off and If extreme weight saving and minimalism is required, VertErgo Climb back system can be removed from the rucksack.

HARNESS CONFIGURATION

The harness construction features CONTACT Mesh on the shoulder straps, MONTANE Comfort Back Pad and inner hip belt facings to prevent abrasion on waterproof shell clothing when the rucksack is full to capacity and with heavy use. Two top shoulder tension straps allow weight to pull closer to the body and control stability, the shoulder straps have been specifically engineered for climbers to allow unrestricted movement when reaching and stretching during climbs.

There is also the integration of Chest and hip gear loops on either side for clipping spare hardware essentials whilst on the move while a Chest harness with off-centre buckle will reduces bulk across the sternum and is easy to use with gloves or mitts. At the sides of the pack body curve hip fins allow for excellent comfort and strong stability whatever the terrain and removable padded hip belt for further weight reduction and to prevent interference with a climbing harness. Finally the fixed webbing waist belt, with metal quick release fastening remains connected to the pack to provide continued stability out on your hike.

LOADING AND CLOSURE CONFIGURATION

COMPRESSION

FURTHER FEATURES

Further details of the Montane Fast Alpine 40 Litre Backpack Includes a lightweight removable MONTANE Alpine Mat; a versatile custom foldable bivvy mat that provides additional back system padding when on the move. Front central reinforced horizontal grab handle that is easy to use with gloves or mitts. Stiffened front lid panel with lightweight glove and mitt friendly metal buckle. Reversible mitt and glove friendly locking webbing buckles and tough metal components throughout and a Hydration bladder compatible with internal storage sleeve.

There is also the use of a Minimalist technical ice axe attachment points. Tools can be attached in an Alpine safe position for increased safety when moving quickly or under tilted movement and a Internal security pocket featuring vertical upside down zippered entry for key essential storage.