The North Face Proprius 38 Pack. Brand New with Tags. This item is 100% brand new and 100% authentic with no signs of wear but it was a sales sample. North Face has only released this pack to members of the media and a few sales samples. Great opportunity to get a killer deal on an awesome pack before it’s even out. Write up about the pack from. Andy Sovick at Wildsnow. Com. This pack is made specifically for ski mountaineering. A minimalist pack, this is not. Which is why its impressive to see the Proprius weighing in at 42 oz. In other words, its features-to-weight ratio is impressive. A plus for me is the lack of multiple zippers and compartments. The one compartment option that is included in this pack has me feeling like I could compromise (just this once). The skin and crampon pocket which is located on the bottom of the pack, is accessible by a velcro side-entry door. Not a new concept, and one thats liked and reviled by perhaps a 50/50 split in the ski touring population. This bottom compartment is much like the sleeping bag compartment found in many summer backpacking rigs. It is intended for crampons and skins (or perhaps a rando rope stowed for quick access). Moisture stays separate and accessories can be reached without taking off the pack. Since I have not gone on a crampon-style tour with this pack yet, I have happily stored a large water bottle in this compartment along with my skins. Ive begun to get spoiled by quick access to the water bottle, mid-stride, without removing any straps on my pack. I also experimented with a shell, puffy, and snacks in the bottom compartment, but ultimately I think the skins are better off in there. If youre a one-compartment-only purist (like I tend to be), you can open an internal zipper to make the Proprius into a one-compartment pack (this could be scissored out permanently, WildSnow style). The brain can be removed via a reversible buckle system, which would further downsize and simplify, bringing the base-weight down to 38 ounces. I like the bottom chamber, but I do question the functionality of the velcro closure over the long-term. If the velcro began to fatigue, Id start looking for DIY rigs to ensure the flap stays shut. As many of you know, this type of velcro flapped lower compartment is not a new concept ; it was probably first implemented by Dynafit quite some time ago. Some folks find it relatively useless, others do agree that the velcro can be problematic and suggest immediately adding a safety clip of some sort to prevent catastrophic loss of essential gear. If we do a long term use review, Ill include ideas about that. Other key features : The diagonal ski carry loop and hook is designed for quick deployment without taking off your pack. The bottom loop looks big and in the way at first, but it still hasnt bothered me yet. Ive used it with my Romp 96mm boards, and my 80mm racing skis. Both have slid into, and held tightly within this system. Thumbs up with a caveat. As with many lightweight ski rucksacks, Proprius 38 has no protection against your ski edges, careful packing is required. Those who carry strapped skis for hours on end may need to add extra fabric, or wrap an extra item of clothing around the skis where they friction the pack. There is a water bladder sleeve inside the pack. I dont like water bladders anymore, as Ive had too many incidents over the years with leaks, freezing parts, and moldy floaties. Water bottles work just fine for me. If you prefer a bladder, then this sleeve will work well, along with a velcro loop on top to minimize flopping. I would rather The North Face traded this water sleeve out for a sleeve that would swallow up my shovel blade, handle and probe (I tried to jam it in, but its too narrow for the blade, and too shallow for the probe). For now I have to stick to my old system of tucking the probe, saw, and shovel parts into the main compartment corners. But I might soon be inclined to fashion my own shovel/probe sleeve into this pack, if our relationship is otherwise going smoothly. A feature-filled ski specific top loader? Designers at The North Face decorated this pack with just enough features to make it interesting and kind of fun, but Id still call it simple e. Lack of gear loops and waist belt pouches, and up for a long life in the elements. The easy access velcro door to the bottom is innocent until proven guilty in regards to longevity, so I cant say its a bad idea just yet; besides, I like it! I dont need to see a dedicated compartment with straw sized organized sleeves for avalanche rescue gear, but I sure wish this pack had a simple tool sleeve. It is, after all, intended specifically for ski mountaineering. Lets see some attention to avalanche rescue. My big praise for this pack is for its comfort a somewhat personal thing as different packs seem to fit different people for better or worse but it my case better. Ive loaded it down for a three day hut trip, a full day one-way tour, for simple morning tours, and even simpler resort uphills. No matter what, the pack is comfortable. Does it replace Trusty ol Orange? Only time will tell. If you see me waxing nostalgic about it on WildSnow in 16 years, then youll have your answer of whether it found its way into my heart. Until then, its found a place on my back for a long term test. The item “The North Face Proprius 38 Backpack Pack Red NEW for 2018/2019 MSRP $199 NEW” is in sale since Tuesday, April 16, 2019. This item is in the category “Sporting Goods\Outdoor Sports\Camping & Hiking\Hiking Backpacks\Day Packs”. The seller is “doubleudeals” and is located in Saco, Maine. 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• Brand: North Face
• Model: Snomad 34
• Pattern: Solid
• Capacity: 38L
• MPN: Does Not Apply
• Features: Laptop Compartment
• Color: Gray