Tall fitting backpacks

LC · 11-27-2015, 08:35 AM

I've been a good boy this year so will be asking Santa for a new non-airbag pack for day tours on low risk days. What's good for tall folk these days that won't leave the waist belt up past my belly button?

I'm 6ft4 and my previous 2008-ish BD Covert was an OK fit. My current ABS Vario black base unit is better for length but I'd still like taller if possible. Fit is my highest priority and I could make anything from 25-35L volume work. Separate avi tool pocket, decent ski carry and single axe carry are all preferable. Weight vs durability will be considered.

Any recommendations?

**Lindahl** · 11-27-2015, 09:11 AM

Osprey L has one of the longer torsos on the market usually.

**ThreeRidges** · 11-27-2015, 11:04 AM

Deuter day packs fit tall skinny pretty well, don't know if they have any winter stuff. Good quality, though.

LC · 11-28-2015, 12:32 PM

Osprey's Kode is the only one in their range which really has the features I'm looking for. Pretty sure I tried it in a size L a few years back and the fit was just OK. Maybe worth checking it again. I'm not convinced that the Mutant's fabric will hold up to ski edges from its A-frame carrying.

Lots of Deuter in shops around here, I'll check some.

Anything else worth a look? I really liked the look of a friend's uncle's North Face Patrol 34 but never tried it on - looks very long & slim but it's discontinued and pretty much only available on eBay now so I'd have to buy it before trying.

**auvgeek** · 11-28-2015, 01:28 PM

Originally Posted by LC

Anything else worth a look?

Alpine Threadworks Selkirk Pack. CAD is down right now, so cost with shipping to FR might be in your budget...?

http://www.alpinethreadworks.com/products/selkirk.html

**lordf** · 11-28-2015, 03:51 PM

I'm 6,4 and 95 kg and have never had any issues with my Dakine heli pro, the straps sit in the right places and it fits very well.

**Harry** · 11-28-2015, 07:46 PM

I have the Osprey Kode in size L, I am a tall guy too.

Edit: I see you have a BD Covert, I have one too, and my Osprey is a way better fit.

**carey** · 11-28-2015, 08:21 PM

What's your torso measurement?
What size Covert do you have? Hard to find any specs on sizing for the Covert, but The lg Kode will fit a 22" torso, though I would keep extra clothing bulk in mind....
Maybe check the Osprey Variant. A bit better featured for skiing than the Mutant ( but not as purpose driven as the Kode) and comes in a larger large size (up to 23" instead of 22" like Kode or Mutant.)