Designed for best-in-class alpine climbing, scrambling, and technical day hiking performance, the 32L Vertex 32, made with Dyneema® Woven Composite 5.0, offers a combination of strength, weight savings, and weather resistance absent in this activity space–until now. Whether carried by serious alpinists and mountaineers tackling multi-pitch rock, ice, or mixed climbing routes, or ambitious day hikers and scramblers who need robust, minimalist gear for 14ers or class 4–5 routes, the Vertex 32 is ready to load up and lead the way.
Alpine climbing and mountaineering, technical day hiking, scrambling
Sternum Straps
3/4" Sternum Strap allows for easy adjustments along shoulder strap daisy chains.
Shoulder Straps
Redesigned shoulder straps featuring an adjusted shape for a more natural curve around your neck, providing enhanced comfort. More frequent bartacks provide increased sternum strap adjustment options, allowing for a perfectly customized fit.
Dyneema Fabric
400D 100% Woven Dyneema body provides unmatched durability for its weight
Capacity
32L Capacity provides enough space for your gear to the crag, or for your stripped down overnight kit for fast and light missions
Ergonomic Fit
Narrow design and tapered bottom allows for uninhibited climbing. The packs profile allows for users to chalk up even with the pack on.
Access
Side zipper access features 2 #8 YKK zippers, providing quick and seamless access to the contents of the pack.
Accessory Compatibility
Zippered pocket above the shoulder straps features a #5 YKK zipper complete with a key clip
Top Closure
This pack features a versatile roll-top and drawstring closure, allowing for both quick access and expandable capacity up to 32L, while stowing away cleanly for a sleek profile on smaller tasks.
Daisy Chains
Two daisy chains on the front of the pack and 4 loops on the rear provide options for lashing additional gear.
Back Panel
Back panel features a removable piece of foam that provides structure in the pack
Rope Carry
Removable rope strap extends long enough to hold a rope even when the pack is at full capacity
Ice Tool Attachment
Dual ice tool carry for ice and alpine climbing missions. Compatible with a variety of different tool styles
Crampon Storage
Removable shock cord for storing crampons on the exterior of the pack
Hip Belt
1.5” webbing hip belt features an ice clipper slot on both sides
Material
Dyneema® Woven Composite 5.0, Dyneema® Composite Hybrid 5.1, 100D Gridstop with Dyneema
Internal Volume
32L
Weight
22.44 oz | 636g
Load Capacity
25 lbs
Back Width
10.5" | 26.7 cm
Average weight based on size medium
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