What is the Blue Ice Dragonfly 26L Backpack?
The Blue Ice Dragonfly Backpack is tailored for those who seek to push their limits with speed and agility. It's the ultimate companion for fast and light missions, offering an exceptional power-to-weight ratio. Comfort and functionality are in its DNA, ensuring you move through the mountains with comfort and ease.
What is it made of?
The Dragonfly backpack is made from 210D High Tenacity Nylon ripstop. This carefully chosen fabric, with its lightweight yet robust nature, stands as a testament to innovation in outdoor gear design. Its high tenacity ensures excellent strength, and it is capable of withstanding the most demanding challenges of nature's domain. Enhanced with a ripstop weave, it effortlessly repels tears and punctures, guaranteeing longevity in the face of rugged terrain. This material is also PFC-free and Bluesign-approved.
Bluesign indicates that the materials used in the backpack meet the strict environmental and safety standards set by Bluesign Technologies AG, a Swiss company that provides solutions for sustainable textile production. The Bluesign system eliminates harmful substances from the manufacturing process, ensures responsible resource usage, and promotes worker safety.
PFC-free refers to the absence of perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) in the materials used for the backpack. PFCs are chemicals often used in outdoor gear to provide water and stain resistance. However, they have been linked to environmental and health concerns, including bioaccumulation in wildlife and potential health risks to humans. By being PFC-free, the backpack reduces its environmental impact and the potential harm to both ecosystems and human health.
Additionally, this backpack has been coated with a permanent fluorocarbon-free coating, adding another layer of protection, repelling snow and ice to safeguard the pack and its contents.
What type of back system is used?
The back system of the Blue Ice Dragonfly Backpack is engineered to optimise comfort and airflow, which is vital for demanding alpine environments. It integrates a mesh-based carry system, incorporating ultra-static mesh for great breathability. This material enhances air circulation, effectively reducing moisture buildup and heat accumulation on the wearer's back.
Additionally, the backpack's low-profile air-permeable shoulder straps further enhance ventilation, ensuring a cool and comfortable experience even during strenuous activities.
Furthermore, the backpack's foam shoulder straps are crafted to provide comfort and support, even under heavy loads. They evenly distribute weight across the shoulders and back and minimise strain and discomfort during extended treks. Their ergonomic design and cushioned construction alleviate pressure points, allowing for a more enjoyable and pain-free carrying experience,
This back system also boasts a removable high-density Atilon frame sheet, a crucial feature designed to enhance back support and comfort during alpine excursions. The frame sheet provides robust structural support, evenly distributing weight across the wearer's back to minimise strain and fatigue. When inserted, it maintains the backpack's shape and stability, ensuring that heavier loads are carried with ease and reducing the risk of discomfort during extended wear.
What are its features?
The Blue Ice Dragonfly Backpack is thoughtfully designed with a floating lid, offering versatility and extra storage space for quick-access items, This adjustable lid can accommodate varying loads, making it an essential feature for adapting to the day's requirements.
The entry to the backpack is secured with a drawcord top closure, providing an efficient and reliable means to access the main compartment while ensuring that contents stay secure and protected.
In terms of storage, the Dragonfly boasts asymmetrical stretch pockets that are optimised for easy access and flexibility; these pockets are ideal for stashing gear you need on the go, such as water bottles, gloves, or hats, ensuring that your essentials are always within reach without having to remove the pack. The backpack also features dual access accessory pockets with key clips for organised storage of smaller items.
The backpack's design includes thoughtful compression straps, allowing for load adjustment and stability; these straps help maintain a compact profile, reduce bulk, and ensure that contents are tightly secured.
Beyond these features, the Dragonfly is equipped with secure dual ice axe carry with laminated pick tunnels, an integrated rope carry system that offers a streamlined solution for transporting climbing ropes and compatibility with hydration systems and helmet carry, underscoring its role as a versatile and dependable tool for alpine adventures.
Features:
- New improved fit
- Secure dual ice axe carry
- Asymmetrical stretch pockets
- Low-profile air-permeable shoulder straps
- Removable waist belt
- Integrated rope carry system
- Dual access accessory pocket with key clip
- Water-resistant YKK zip
- Removable high-density Atilon frame sheet
- Hydration compatible
- Helmet carrier compatible