Mountain Hardwear · Backpacks & Bags
Gnarwhal 25 Backpack
CA$175.96
CA$219.95Save CA$43.99 (20%)
at Valhalla Pure Outfitters
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- The current price has held for 81 days.
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About this product
The Mountain Hardwear Gnarwhal 25 is a ski and snowboard-specific daypack built around a 25-liter (1,526 cubic inch) main compartment and a packed weight of approximately 1,206 grams (2 lb 10.5 oz). The body is constructed from 500D CORDURA High-Tenacity Nylon for durability without excess bulk, while the lining uses 200D recycled polyester plain weave. Dimensions measure 21.3 x 11 x 9.4 inches, and the pack fits torso lengths of 16 to 22 inches with a waist range of 30 to 48 inches. A spring steel frame transfers load efficiently while allowing natural movement, and the wicking, snow-shedding stretch woven back panel incorporates an HDPE framesheet. Ski-specific details include a front avalanche tool pocket with dedicated tool sleeves, a helmet hammock that supports A-frame or diagonal ski carry, and a stowable diagonal ski loop with a quick-deploy tab. Dual large side zip pockets feature expandable bellows for skins or water bottles, and a fleece-lined goggle pocket sits at the top. The pack is hydration reservoir compatible, with dual-density shoulder straps offering insulated tube routing, glove-friendly compression buckles, and a stowable removable hipbelt.
- Category
- Backpacks & Bags
- Brand
- Mountain Hardwear
- Material
- * Lining: 200D Recycled Polyester Plain Weave 100% Recycled Polyester, * Body: 500D CORDURA® High-Tenacity Nylon 100% Nylon
- Color
- product-options
- Size
- 16 in - 22 in / 41 cm - 56 cm
What people are saying
Reviewers consistently praise the Mountain Hardwear Gnarwhal 25 for its excellent build quality, with the 500D CORDURA construction noted as noticeably durable and lightweight. The fit and comfort earn frequent compliments, and users appreciate the thoughtful feature set, including the fleece-lined goggle pocket, expandable side pockets, glove-friendly buckles, and the A-frame ski carry system. It is widely regarded as a well-sized, versatile pack for resort and sidecountry days. The most common complaints center on the confusing diagonal ski carry system, with multiple reviewers unable to figure out how it works due to a missing or unclear upper loop. A secondary gripe is that color options look significantly different in person compared to marketing photos. Some users also wish for more pockets given the price.
Specifications
- Durability
- 5/5
- Packed weight
- 1.21 kg
- Pack capacity
- 25 L
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