The Verte is designed to be the lightest, toughest and most versatile option available for high altitude mountaineering and climbing.
Verte is aimed at being one of, if not the lightest alpine pack available. Weighing in at just 570g, it weighs little more than a loaf of bread and can even have further weight takena way by removing the foam back panel and waiststrap if not in use. This doesn't mean the Verte isn't durable though, it uses 420D high density nylon on the base and 210D nylon in the body to resist every scratch, scrape and tear you care to throw at it.
Main access to the pack is found through the top-loader styled lid, where you'll find one large inner pocket and a sleeve to slip a hydration bladder into. The hose of the bladder can then feed out through the top of the pack and down the shoulder straps for easy hydration. On the underside of the lid is a pocket which can be used for snacks, tools or a map, while a security pocket sits inside this larger pocket. The Verte is so compact and lightweight that it'll even fit into it's own lid pocket.
In the past, pack companies always found that standard buckes would snap when a climber or mountaineer would grind them against the rocks while climbing, newer alpine packs such as the Verte have an almost unbreakable metal hook which works in a similar way but won't wear down due to abrasion.
Moving to the contact points of the pack, Gregory have fitted the Verte with their Fusion Flex Pro Suspension back system. This backsystem is their toughest option designed for the harshest environments commonly found at altitude. A single HDPE sheet is used while an aluminium centre provides the support for heavy loads. These fabrics resist absorbing moisture and dry incredibly quickly, ideal for snow and ice.
Lastly, dual ice axe loops are placed on the front of the pack for winter apinism and ice climbing.
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Super lightweight
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Durable nylon construction
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Twin ice axe loops
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Flex Pro back system
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Hydration compatible
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Loops to attach gear on the front
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Almost unbreakable buckle
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Packs into itself
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Security pocket