Patagonia Descensionist Snow Pack 37L Forge Grey

Descensionist 37L
Size L
Forge Grey
This is a limited edition color for 2024.

Purchased for ski touring, not backcountry, and used 4 times over 2 seasons in snowy mountains.
I am 175cm tall and weigh 68kg. I liked the color and used it, but the L size was too long in the back, so I am reluctantly selling it due to purchasing a replacement.
This product is equipped with a highly rigid back panel designed to conform to the curvature of the spine. Therefore, if the size does not fit, it will feel uncomfortable when worn. If the size fits, it conforms well to your body, allowing for stable activity without the pack swinging unnecessarily when carrying skis/snowboards (snowshoes).
According to the product size, there is a 5cm difference in back length between M and L sizes, so I feel it is suitable for people close to 180cm tall.
Compared to products that omit the back panel for weight reduction, if the size fits, the pack adheres snugly to your body, which I believe makes a difference in reducing fatigue during long activities.

Key features that led me to purchase this pack:
- Easy access to items through the side zipper.
- Large pockets on the hip belt: Compared to my summer pack's hip belt where I attach a PAAgo Works Switch-L (1 liter), these pockets have a capacity of approximately 0.6 liters x 2 sides = 1.2 liters.
- Avalanche gear specific storage space where a shovel can be stored inside the pack.
- Top pocket sized to fit goggles, so you don't have to pull them out from the main pack.

Reviews mention that the orange parts of this product tend to fade easily, but the current condition maintains the original color from when it was purchased.
While there are no noticeable scratches, there are scuffs and wear on various parts due to rubbing. Please check photos 9-14.
Photo 8: Helmet cover included.
Photo 9: Scratches from rubbing against the snowshoe cover.
Photo 10: Same, from a different angle.
Photo 11: Same, from a different angle.
Photo 12: Compression marks from using a camera capture device.
Photo 13: Scuffing on the zipper area.
Photo 14: Fraying at the junction of the right hip belt and the main body.

Please contact me if you have any questions or would like additional photos.

This is a used item, so please consider it with the understanding that returns are not accepted.