Patagonia Ascensionist 30L (2017) Backpack

The climbing-centric Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 30L is at home on backcountry trails, but it excels at the crag. The pack’s unique design is function-driven to efficiently carry ropes and rigging while providing quick, easy access to contents.

Weighing in at just 1 pound, 8.7 ounces, the pack features strong, abrasion-resistant nylon ripstop fabrics. A lightweight framesheet and mesh-covered aluminum rod provides load support while flexing and moving with you. It’s also completely removable in case you want to shed weight. Contoured, ergonomic shoulder straps and a waistbelt team up to enhance load support and increase stability. The waistbelt can be removed entirely to improve performance when you’re wearing a harness. Load lifter straps and an adjustable sternum strap allow you to fine tune fit. Allowing for users of varying sizes, the pack comes in two sizes. The Small/Medium fits torso sizes ranging from 16”-19” and the Large/Xlarge fits 19”-22” torsos.

The pack’s construction eliminates excess fabric. An integrated, asymmetrical spindrift collar opens wide and closes in a single-motion for fast, hassle-free packing while protecting your gear from the elements. The overall asymmetric profile of the pack allows for elbow clearance and a zippered vertical pocket on the lid provides quick access to small essentials. There is also an additional spindrift collar that can be deployed when the pack is over-stuffed.

Additional features include compression straps, a center sheath ice axe carry system, and daisy chains on the front and side panels for lashing gear externally. A lined sleeve makes the pack hydration compatible (hydration system not included).

The Patagonia Ascensionist 30L pack is available in your choice of color and size options.