Lochaber Mountain Design

This is the product that I started Lochaber Mountain Design for: a backpack for alpine climbing built to the simplest possible pattern. The entire backpack is in essence two pieces of fabric held togther with a single quadruple stitched seam.

Because of the minimalist design I can use extremely durable fabrics and still come in lighter than my commercial competitors – a 40l pack made from heavy duty 1000D Nylon weighs just 850g.

  • Dual density foam shoulder straps are extremely comfortable on the approach, and low profile for full freedom of movement on the route.
  • Twin daisy chain webbing allows multiple carry configurations – from ice tools to sleeping pads and helmets.
  • Roll top / draw cord access is waterproof and easy to use, even with belay mitts on.
  • Made from 1000D Texturised Nylon from Profabrics – an old-school material which is extremely durable and waterproof.
  • 40mm webbing hipbelt with options for a padded hipbelt upgrade.
  • Small internal pocket with key clip.

All of my packs are custom fitted. It is shocking how many manufacturers claim to be inclusive yet only offer their top of the range alpine pack in one ‘unisex’ (mens medium) size.

External zipped pocket

Custom Features

I offer a small number of custom features. These all have a specific purpose and allow my packs to be used by various outdoor professionals e.g the side access zip is popular with adventure photographers.

  • YKK Aquaguard #5 waterproof integrated pocket (pictured above) +£30
  • YKK Aquaguard #10 waterproof full length side access zip +£50
  • Padded removable foam hipbelt +£30
  • Go light – UltraGrid dyneema ripstop fabric instead of 1000D Texturised Nylon shaves off a few hundred grams +£30

Pricing

I try to keep my products as affordable as possible. These are my base prices, custom features add additional cost.

30 litre pack – £230

40 litre pack – £240

50 litre pack – £250

Order Now

Click above to fill out my order form. Please submit the form and pay the £50 deposit to secure a place on my list. Lead times vary between two and eight weeks. I will then contact you for full payment once the pack is ready for shipping.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!