![]() The removable back panel has great airflow and the shoulder straps are comfortable and not overkill. In addition, I’ve found it to be a great pack for summer. It all fit in easily (rope in the bottom) with room to spare for a jacket, fat lunch or camera. Here’s a look at my kit, a bit more spread out. Not only does it keep my scene tight, it always gets complimentary comments. It’s like having a duffel bag at the base of the climb. I can open it up at the crag without having to dump all my kit in the dirt. ![]() It has minimal straps that include an attachment for a trekking pole that doubles for small stick clips.īest of all, my favorite feature is the large D-shaped zipper system that gives instant access to anything, anywhere in the pack. With its fully functional, basic hydration system the entire pack is well thought out. Backpacker Backpacks Marmot Kompressor Verve 26 Daypack Review A breathable pack for sweaty testers. Side pockets accommodate water bottles if that’s your style, and the back panel is useful for a light layer, hat or whatever you want to get to quickly. The zippered pockets on the top and inside of the lid have ample room for a small first aid kit, tape, phone, sunglasses, sunscreen and snacky bits. Marmot Kompressor Verve 26 Daypack Review A breathable pack for sweaty testers. We test the latest backpacks in rigorous backcountry conditions. The Marmot Kompressor Verve 32 Liter is the perfect bag for a clean, functional, and comfortable multi-day, ultralight adventure. The ripstop nylon, back panel and reinforced bottom do the job for sport climbing missions and full day summer hikes. Expert backpack reviews from the gear testers at Backpacker Magazine. The color options are awesome, and it’s reasonably durable for its weight class. For short cragging approaches this little number is the bomb. The hip belt on the Verve 26 is minimal, so don’t count on it for sharing much of the load. For larger loads the Verve 32, 38, 42 or even the 52 are better choices. The pack has tons of features to help with. ![]() For it’s weight (1.7lbs.) it carries a load well (20lbs.is no problem). At 40 liters, it is big enough to carry a ton of gear but not so big that it cant be carried on a plane. It focusses on using the lightest but most durable materials possible, with an unladen weight of 770g, and Marmot reckon you can actually get enough gear for a two- to four-day outing into the pack. It’s practical, but best of all it’s uber-light. If you're looking for a lightweight pack for the summer you'll be hard pushed to beat the Marmot Kompressor Verve 26. This little number is loaded with features that are not bells and whistles. If it’s a trad rack my partner and I split the kit. It’s ideal for a full sport climbing kit, 60m rope included. This has been my go to cragging pack since I took it out of the box. Marmot Kompressor – Perfect Cragging Companion.
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