Osprey Switch 26 Pack

Sizing ChartJust the right size for a day of snow play, the Osprey Switch 26 daypack is ideal for in-bounds skiing, backcountry snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country ski touring, you name it. Available in three sizes to best match your torso length, this rucksack caters to the needs of everyone from the extreme terrain rider to casual alpine skier. The main compartment features separate pockets to keep wet snow safety gear away from spare clothing and food, while a mesh helmet pocket on the top lid provides a convenient location to store headgear. For steep climbing or long walks back to the car, StraightJacket compression straps double as a snowboard carrier, plus the Osprey Switch 26 daypack offers A-frame and diagonal ski carry straps too. The SnowShed backpanel keeps snow from accumulating on the backpanel, a nice feature for this pack because it has a unique backside entry to the main compartment. The top pocket also offers a goggle storage sleeve and the hipbelt has two pockets for quick access to snacks, lip balm, cell phone, and other necessities. And to keep pace with the latest outdoor innovations, the Osprey Switch 26 daypack has insulated tube routing through shoulder strap for cold weather use of your favorite hydration bladder. For a smaller version, be sure to review the Osprey Switch 16 daypack. Features Key fabrics: 420 denier H/Diamond, 300 denier poly, 210 denier Nylon Oxford Backside entry to main compartment Wet/Dry pockets to separate clothing and food from snow safety gear StraightJacket for load compression and snowboard carry Ice axe loop, diagonal and A-frame ski carry Hydration compatible with insulated tube routing through shoulder strap Dual hipbelt pockets for handy access to necessities Mesh helmet pocket on top lid Goggle sleeve inside top pocket SnowShed backpanel Specifications: Capacity 1, 500 cu. in. (24 l) in small, 1, 600 cu. in. (26 l) in medium, 1, 700 cu. in. (28 l) in large Weight 2 lbs. 14 oz. (1.3 kgs.) in small, 3 lbs. 1 oz. (1.38 kgs.) in medium, 3 lbs. 4 oz. (1.47 kgs.) in large How to Pack your Pack Be sure to use the red internal compression strap. Also, compress the contents solidly using the external compression straps. You want the pack to adopt a tall, thin profile. Remember to maintain side-to-side balance as well a pack that leans over to one side places excessive pressure on your spine and irritates your shoulders. Make a point of getting as much gear inside the pack as possible. Odds and ends trapped on all over the outside of the pack wreak havoc with balance, especially if they are free to swing around. Finally, the top pocket has a tendency to become the repository for many, many small items that add up to significant weight and often make the pack distinctly top-heavy. Pack Care Your pack is an extremely durable product built for years of use and abuse. However some basic procedures will ensure that your pack holds up optimally. Packs need love too!After each trip be sure to clean out your pack thoroughly get all your gear out, shake the dirt out , wipe and scrub and nasty stains with a mild detergent If its wet hang it to dry, out of direct sunlight. Loosen all the straps, in particular, the load lifter straps on the harness. Store your pack in a cool, dry location Wash your pack every now and then.1) If your pack has a removable harness and hipbelt remove them from the pack body.2) Clean your pack and components in a bathtub or large sink using a mild detergent and warm water. 3) Agitate the pack gently and then rinse thoroughly.4) Hang dry outdoors or in a well ventilated area out of direct sunlight.(Do not immerse travel packs with our High Road Wheeled Chassis. Instead wipe the exterior of the chassis and scrub stains on the pack fabric using a bucket of warm water and mild detergent.)Tech Wash ~ Use this with warm water for washing and cleaning your pack. Tent & Gear Proof Use this spray-on to optimize wet weather performance of your pack. UV Proof Use this spray-on product to protect your pack from UV exposure and to improve water repellency.