Black Diamond Instinct Pack
by Black Diamond, Daypacks
Black Diamond Instinct Pack
A versatile, multi-sport panel loader, the Instinct is designed to handle any daylong mountain adventure you can cook up. The stretch pocket on the front is perfect for stashing a helmet or jacket, while the two stretch side pockets provide quick access to water bottles, energy bars or a point-and-shoot camera. It's easy to fish items out of the pack thanks to its large panel access, and the four compression straps cinch the contents into a stable load. Zippered top pocket, dual ice axe loops, hydration compatibility, rope strap and multiple torso lengths round out this versatile pack's features.
- Large panel access and grontside stretch pockets
- 420d and 400d main body fabrics
- Mesh side pockets
- Hydration compatible
- Multiple torso lengths
- Volume: 28 L (1700 cu in)
- Weight: 1.23 kg (2 lb 11 oz)
Reviews - Black Diamond Instinct
Daveprozac -
2/28/2009
Great Pack
Have put about 50 miles on this pack now (day hikes) and have been stoked on the pack each time. The reason I chose this pack was because reviews on other sites had stated that this pack is wide, and I have a wide frame. The fit is perfect and like all other BD packs it has adjustments on the lumbar and shoulder straps creating a comfortable suspension system. The padding isn't amazingly thick but it seems very substantial compared to most packs. I have very large collar bones and prominent trap muscles so I do ache a bit after a 15 mile hike but it's not a deal breaker; all my packs have done this. There is one very large compartment, one small compartment (keys, phones, snacks), 2 side mesh pockets, and one rear compression sleeve (you could easily fit a large puffy jacket into this, or a soft shell). Seems very sturdy, and is heavier than other packs it's size, but not too heavy. The hydration pocket is a bit small in my opinion, I can barely fit my 2 liter bladder into it when it is full. IMO this is a very awesome, some what minimal, very reliable pack. I would highly recommend if you are looking for a larger day pack.
