Addicted to the descent.
You lug gear up mountains through brutal weather conditions for one reason and one reason only?to get the goods on the way down. Built for the backcountry powder seeker, the Patagonia Descensionist 40L Backpack offers out-of-bounds skiers and riders a lightweight, yet full featured option for hauling all the gear they need for a long day in the backcountry.
Cordura fabric provides burly abrasion resistance and protection from the snow in a lightweight and supple package. A dedicated avy tool pocket keeps you probe and shovel organized and easily accessible in case one of your partners gets caught in a slide. The asymmetrical spindrift collar opens wide for easy packing and closes quickly with a single tug to keep blowing snow out. A side access zipper lets you get to gear at the bottom of the pack without pulling everything else out. The removable foam back panel and padded hipbelt add support and stability when hauling heavy loads, and front straps secure your skis or snowboard when you have to bootpack.
Lightweight, fully featured pack for backcountry touring
Cordura fabric is extremely tough, yet light and supple
Polyurethane coating keeps gear from getting wet
Avy tool pocket allows quick access to rescue gear
Padded back panel can be removed for light and fast pursuits
Front straps secure skis or snowboard
Hipbelt and compression straps stabilize load
Two daisy chains provide multiple lashing options
Item #PAT023N

Material210D Cordura with PU coating (86% nylon, 14% polyester), [base] 420D Cordura nylon with PU coating
Volume2440cu in
Support/Suspensionremovable high-density foam back panel
Waist Beltpadded
Hydration Compatiblewith hose port
Reservoir Includedno
Accessasymmetrical spindrift collar
Pockets1 zippered top, 1 hipbelt stash
Ski Carryyes
Snowboard Carryyes
Claimed Weight2lb 1.4oz
Recommended Usebackcountry touring
Manufacturer Warrantylifetime