Pingora Vivid 35 Liter Backcountry Ski Pack

I've used this all season (~40 days) and really love the pack on the whole. Been recommending it to friends that are looking for a new pack, especially since it comes at a great price. Have some cons that I hope Pingora will address in future iterations of the Vivid Pros: - everything always fits, pack feels larger than the 35L, never struggling for space - so many little spots on the straps and waist belt for snacks, keeps me fueled all day - side access gear pocket is awesome, super accessible and easy to use - daisy chains on the pack are easily used and not overly difficult to get carabiners on like some other packs I've used - helmet carry is robust even though it's just straps and hasn't broken like multiple others I've used - color scheme options are sweet Cons: - I wish there was a zipper on the roll top and I actually got one installed, it's wonderful for bigger or extra cold days when I really need every cubic inch of space - the valuables/goggle pocket is extremely difficult to use when the pack is mostly full, nothing feels like it fits in here and it's always in the way when accessing the pack from the top - the soft flask holder doesn't fit any flask I've tried. Would love if this was larger - back panel zippers get caught and don't zip/unzip as smooth as some other packs - the hip belt gear loop is already showing signs of wearing through after using the pingora nalgene insulator all season - the side straps with the lock on the length adjusters are quite frustrating to deal with when wearing gloves - the horizontal chest strap loosens very slowly over the course of the day and I find myself retightening it multiple times

This bag is incredible for ski touring and ski patrolling/rescue. I bought this pack because of the oversize avalanche tool pockets. This remains my favorite part of this backpack. I can so very easily access my tools and have no issues getting them in and out like my last pack. I love that there is enough room for a 2nd probe and for my snow saw. The 35L is perfect for my needs. The roll-top allows me to pack all of my items easily with out shoving stuff in. The straps on the sides pack down extremely well if you do not need all 35L. The trail running vest style pockets on the shoulder straps is very neat and can be used in so many different creative ways. Same with the hip belt pockets. However, one small thing i have dealt with is the zipper on one of the hip belt pockets feels loose and creeps open once in awhile. Other than that, I have been highly recommending this backpack to my ski patrol team and excited to see where this pack evolves too.

love the space and organisation features. fits everything i need for backcountry travel, ski patrol, and rescue equipment.