Mountain Hardwear's big mountain pack. Trek to basecamp, and then strip down for the summit. Hip belt, frame sheet and lid are removable. Ed Viesturs helped design it. 'Nuf' said.
Reason #1: Owned by Peter and Erika
Whittaker, who have over 200 ascents of
Mt Rainier and 28 years of guiding clients
on expedition climbs all over the world.
Reason #2: “Whittaker Mountaineering, at the foot of
Mt. Rainier, is a great store. The staff is unfailingly
friendly and helpful and it is clear that they get out to
use the gear they are surrounding themselves with.”
Reason #3: “...The quality selection of products. These products
are not only recommended by the guides working on
Rainier day in and day out but also used and tested
by these guides as well.”


