Deuter Guide 40+ SL

Known for being the perfect ski mountaineering pack for female athletes, the Deuter Guide 40 SL Backpack combines every feature needed for technical climbing and skiing with an SL fit system that is completely tailored to the female physique. The Variflex hip belt pivots with your body's movements, allowing you to maintain balance while swinging ice tools or making fresh tracks. Wide ski slots make it easy to carry your boards, and the side access zipper allows you to grab your puffy without dumping everything out in the snow. Alpine Back System provides the durability and comfort for technical climbing and skiing excursions SL women specific fit system tailors the entire pack to fit female athletes Variflex hip belt pivots to follow your movements, allowing you to maintain balance while climbing or skiing Air channeled foam strips reduce contact with your back for enhanced ventilation Removable foam back panel can be used as sitting pad Aluminum X frame provides the necessary support for heavy loads up to 40 pounds Top access allows for easy packing Side access zipper allows you to get gear without dumping everything out in the snow Bottom access with internal zipped divider allows you to separately stow wet or muddy gear Top lid has an optional strap for easy rope storage Hydration compatible system allows for convenient thirst quenching reservoir not included Internal lid pocket can safely stow valuables Hip belt gear loops keep climbing gear close at hand Wide ski slots provide a secure vertical ski carry system New school attachment points allow you to securely stow leashed or leashless ice tools