Adjustable and contoured backpack straps, larger and more cushioned waistband to keep pad/gear weight on hips. A sternum strap to keep shoulder straps in place, and load lifters to redistribute weight off shoulders and onto hips. New quick-release industrial strength metal cam style buckles all around for easy open and close. Huge carpet square to clean shoes. A combination of metal cam style buckles, webbing, and flaps to secure your gear and, or another pad. Easy access handles to move pads quickly from boulder to boulder without closing the pad. 3 open cell foam sandwiched between a 1 layer on top and bottom.