Easy access to gear with the pack on your back, when on the slopes. - Access gear in the main compartment without removing the backpack through a zipper that coils around the entire pack. - Three ways to access your gear - traditional top load, sling style side access and main compartment access while pack is on your back. - Versatile carry options include diagonal ski carry or horizontal and vertical snowboard carry. - Bottom loop on ski and snowboard carry quickly adjusts for varying widths of skis and boards and stows to prevent snagging. - Insulated hydration sleeve helps prevent your hose from freezing. - Protective goggle pocket with soft, fleece like lining. - Stowable ice axe loop holds a mountain tool but can be tucked away to prevent snagging. - Side zipped pocket stores snacks, sunscreen and other small items. - Internal compression cinches down your load to prevent gear from sloshing around in your pack.