Rated 4.8 out of 5
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Headwall 55

$449.00

SKU: 3-10955-1

Our ultralight backcountry ski touring pack with all the safety, none of the constraints.

55L PACK, IDEAL FOR

  • Snow
  • Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding
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UPWARD MOBILITY. UNLIMITED DOWNTIME.

Take it to and from the top with the Headwall 55! The "ideal day" is a moving target in the backcountry, based on the conditions in play. Flow with whatever the mountain is throwing at you with the ultralight, durable, and weather resistant properties of Dyneema® Composite Fabrics, all sewn up in a proven pack design that features everything you need without ever being in the way. Securely store your safety essentials in the easy-to-use exterior pocket. Reinforced side panels allow you to carry skis and snowboards without worry about abrasion and wear. And a customizable hip belt allows you to tailor your setup for the demands and joy ahead. Get down, Powder People!

UPWARD MOBILITY. UNLIMITED DOWNTIME.

WHY CHOOSE THE HEADWALL 55?

WHY CHOOSE THE HEADWALL 55?

Key Feature

ULTRALIGHT MATERIALS, HEAVYWEIGHT CAPABILITIES

Dyneema Composite Fabrics and a decade of design experience join forces to create a new, super light, incredibly rugged option for backcountry purists

Key Feature

EXTERNAL DUAL CLOSURE AVALANCHE POCKET

The 21" x 11" pocket with an internal organizational sleeve locks shut with strong Hook and Loop closure and is further secured by an over-the-top Y-strap

Key Feature

DESIGNED WITH INPUT FROM CODY TOWNSEND

When Cody reached out with suggestions, we listened and got to work. Because, Cody Townsend

FEATURES

  • External Pockets:21" x 11" Avalanche pocket, featuring DCH150 internal sleeve for shovel handle and probe
  • Internal Pockets:Internal 8" x 8” zippered pocket
  • Zippered Pockets:Hardline with Dyneema zippered pockets on removable hip belt with #5 YKK zippers
  • Top Closure:Roll-Top closure system with removable side compression straps for vertical compression
  • Hip Belt:Hardline with Dyneema® dual-density hip belt with 1/8” closed cell rigid foam, 1/4” closed cell foam and spacer mesh
  • Back:Integrated 1/4” foam back panel pad
  • Loops:Grab Loop & Dual Ice Axe Loop
  • Side Straps:Six dual-adjustable side compression straps for attaching skis or splitboard in A-frame carry
  • Top Compression Straps:Top Y-strap compression -- Designed to secure gear
  • Shoulder Straps:Hardline with Dyneema shoulder straps with 3/8” closed cell foam and spacer mesh
  • Sternum Straps:Adjustable sternum strap with self-tensioning elastic and whistle
  • Stays:Two removable, contoured aluminum stays
  • Sealing:Seam tape on all vertical side seams and behind all sewn-on pack features
  • Daisy Chains:Daisy chains on shoulder straps, sides of bag, and front center of bag
  • Compatible With:All Hyperlite Pods and Stuff Sacks and Hyperlite Mountain Gear Removable Hip Belts

SPECS & DIMENSIONS

  • MaterialsFully Woven Dyneema (High-Abrasion Points and Bottom of Bag), DCH150 Main Body, Dyneema Stretch Mesh Pocket
  • Internal Volume55L | 3400 cu in.
  • External Volume7L | 433 cu in.
  • Weight2.60 lbs | 41.6 oz | 1180g
  • Load CapacityUp to 40 lbs
  • Back Width10.5" | 26.7cm
  • Height34.0" | 86.4cm
  • Top Circumference40.0" | 114.3cm
  • Bottom Circumference33.5" | 95.3cm
  • Made InMexico

WHY CHOOSE THE HEADWALL 55?

Key Feature

ULTRALIGHT MATERIALS, HEAVYWEIGHT CAPABILITIES

Dyneema Composite Fabrics and a decade of design experience join forces to create a new, super light, incredibly rugged option for backcountry purists

Key Feature

EXTERNAL DUAL CLOSURE AVALANCHE POCKET

The 21" x 11" pocket with an internal organizational sleeve locks shut with strong Hook and Loop closure and is further secured by an over-the-top Y-strap

Key Feature

DESIGNED WITH INPUT FROM CODY TOWNSEND

When Cody reached out with suggestions, we listened and got to work. Because, Cody Townsend

Features

  • External Pockets:21" x 11" Avalanche pocket, featuring DCH150 internal sleeve for shovel handle and probe
  • Internal Pockets:Internal 8" x 8” zippered pocket
  • Zippered Pockets:Hardline with Dyneema zippered pockets on removable hip belt with #5 YKK zippers
  • Top Closure:Roll-Top closure system with removable side compression straps for vertical compression
  • Hip Belt:Hardline with Dyneema® dual-density hip belt with 1/8” closed cell rigid foam, 1/4” closed cell foam and spacer mesh
  • Back:Integrated 1/4” foam back panel pad
  • Loops:Grab Loop & Dual Ice Axe Loop
  • Side Straps:Six dual-adjustable side compression straps for attaching skis or splitboard in A-frame carry
  • Top Compression Straps:Top Y-strap compression -- Designed to secure gear
  • Shoulder Straps:Hardline with Dyneema shoulder straps with 3/8” closed cell foam and spacer mesh
  • Sternum Straps:Adjustable sternum strap with self-tensioning elastic and whistle
  • Stays:Two removable, contoured aluminum stays
  • Sealing:Seam tape on all vertical side seams and behind all sewn-on pack features
  • Daisy Chains:Daisy chains on shoulder straps, sides of bag, and front center of bag
  • Compatible With:All Hyperlite Pods and Stuff Sacks and Hyperlite Mountain Gear Removable Hip Belts

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Reviewed by Griffin D.
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Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome light weight pack

Used this to hike Section H of the PCT this summer. The bugs were horrible but the pack was a dream. Super light weight and carried everything I could ask for and more.

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Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect Pack

This pack met all my needs: an ultralight, backcountry pack with one main waterproof compartment for camp and a big outer for easy access, lots of places to strap down gear, and big enough for multi day adventures, but small enough to keep things tight and remind me to pack smart. Can’t wait to try this in the winter too.

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Reviewed by David B.
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Rated 3 out of 5

Good 1st attempt at a touring ski pack. Hoping for improvements on version 2

Shoulder straps and hip belt are too narrow to carry weight comfortably. Hip belt uses 1 strap unlike the unbound which uses 2. 2 hip belt straps would allow for better hip conformation and comfort. Pack needs load lifters to keep skis/splitboard secure when on pack. Skis add a lot of weight and leverage high up on the pack.

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Reviewed by James M.
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Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for Splitboarding

It's been great for both day touring and overnight snowcamping missions. Plenty of space and straps for all the gear. Love this pack.

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Rated 5 out of 5

Surprisingly versatile

Is this thing expensive? Yes. Is it worth it? Surprisingly yes, especially if you're looking for an all-around ski mountaineering bag. The reason I think it's worth it is because there are no compromises to the design. It's a tube-style alpine ultralight bag with white fabric (great for seeing inside), but it also has a spacious avy tool pocket which is an essential safety feature. You can put your crampons and/or skins inside the safety tool pocket as well to keep your layers inside dry and free from damage.

The hip belt is nice for stashing smaller items like sunscreen and snacks, the side straps carry skis nicely in an A-frame configuration, and the roll-top is pretty fast for accessing layers at the top of your pack, although it's harder to reach all the way inside without undoing the A-frame on the skis (see photo). I took off the side straps and just use the roll-top config so that I didn't have the black straps waving around under my skis.

After about 6K of climbing with skis on my back the shoulder straps were digging in a bit, but I think it was partially due to having the hip belt too loose. On subsequent outings I re-adjusted the weight to sit more on my hips and it was fine.

You can overstuff the bag with lightweight items at the top, plus the unrolled bag makes a nice seat in the snow during a transition if you're wearing soft-shell pants. The sides and bottom as super durable and the fabric cleans up surprisingly well after getting dirty/muddy. Obviously it's…

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