The Mountain Hardwear Direttissima 46 Backpack. Durable, comfortable and versatile, this is our workhorse four-season climbing pack.
DECENT FEATURES of the Mountain HardWear Direttissima 46 Backpack
Flexible design concept allows suspension and bag components to be removed to significantly reduce weight when not needed
Versatile Alpine suspension provides outstanding stability, comfort and support
Highly functional Alpine Compression Strap System with glove-friendly buckles secures overloads, effectively shrinks pack to minimal volume, and tucks away inside front panel pocket when not needed
Skirt extension adds 375 cubic inches / 6 liter of carrying capacity when needed
FlapTop design allows pack to be used without the top lid with no compromise in compression or weather-protection
Durable Dyneema front panel offers lash points for all kinds of mountaineering gear
Removable top pocket has webbing loops on top and rope strap underneath
Ski-friendly feature set including ski loops and shovel space in front pocket
Can be upgraded to optional BMG low-profile FitLock hipbelt for extra support with very heavy loads
I got this pack to replace a North Face Terra. It has held up well and I'm happy with it. It's lightweight and has front, big interior, and removable top compartments. Inside there is a hydration bladder pocket and a small pocket I use for keys, phone, etc. It's a climber's pack, with attachments for ice axes and crampons, and two stiff rubbery gear loops on the sides. The daisy is great for clipping extra gear to so you don't have to open up the main compartment. The only drawbacks for me are that the frame could be stiffer, and with a relatively full main compartment it can be almost impossible to get things out of the front pocket - it gets too tight.