The Khamski 31 From Arcteryx is a lightweight, strong, durable pack that has been sized and equipped for overnights, hut to hut trips and long days in the backcountry.
Because a backcountry ski pack is used for extended tours and repeated use, and it needs materials that can be relied on to protect and endure. The Khamski employs two specific fabrics that are selected and placed to deliver specific performance in specific places. The focus goes on durability in high wear areas and meeting the performance needs required in more exposed zones. The main pack body is constructed from a hardwearing N420p-HT nylon 6,6 plain weave. This high tenacity fabric has been proven on Arcteryx packs to deliver exceptional strength and durability. Tough, urethane coated N400r-AC² fabric is applied to the moisture prone areas to deliver water and snow proof protection with excellent cut and abrasion resistance.
Skis or splitboards can be carried diagonally across the back or A-framed on the sides, snowboards ride vertically. The lash straps are designed to easily pull the skis exceptionally tight to the pack for a secure carry and balance while climbing. The large main compartment is easily accessed with gloves on and has a full-length side zip for quick entry while in transit. The suspension and construction carry and ski comfortably. The lean contoured back panel keeps the load close to the body for a more stable ride, a polyethene frame sheet provides support with flexibility, and dual aluminium M-bar stays help direct and distribute the load for extended comfort and improved balance while minimally impacting freedom of movement. Shoulder straps and the lightly padded waistbelt mould to the body for a comfortable carry with minimal sway.
Arcteryx refined the Khamski design through a hands-on approach, spending time in the field and listening to feedback from mountain professionals. The result is the most effective combination of materials and an intuitive approach to locating tools and gear. In the front pocket are slots for a shovel handle, probe and dedicated space for shovel blade and skins. The partial diagonal opening prevents the contents from spilling out and falling into the snow. A drain hole to help accumulated moisture from shovels and wet skins escape, and padding on the outside protects gear from impact and ski edges. The Khamski also features an internal snow science pocket, it carries two ice tools and has dual haul loops that serve as a snow anchor clip off point. The removable lid stores goggles, keys, spare hat, food or a light warming layer.
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Weather resistant
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Fully seam-sealed
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Rigid, formed back panel
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Kangaroo pocket
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Front tool pocket
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Internal security pocket with key clip
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Dedicated internal snow science pocket
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Dual haul loops/carry handles
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Adjustable sternum strap
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Padded, contoured shoulder straps
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Arc'teryx C² (Composite Construction) suspension system
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Laminated hipbelt
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Removable aluminium stays
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Extendable collar with drawcord
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Corded zip pulls
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Full-length side zip
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Side access to main compartment
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Top loading lid closure with two buckles
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Large, webbing pull-tabs
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Removable/ extendable top lid with zipped compartment
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Key clip in lid pocket
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Four compression straps
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A-Frame or diagonal ski/snowboard attachment
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Dual P'ax one-hand axe attachment system