Deuter Guide 44+ Technical Alpine Climbing Backpack

About the Deuter Guide 44+

Simple and streamlined with functionality to boot, the Guide 44+ technical rucksack from Deuter has all the necessary components for ultimate alpine climbing and ski touring.

As a true alpinist pack, the Guide 44+ features the Alpine back system, and the V-frame provides both stability and flex for the approach to the serac. Two padded foam stripes create a chimney for effective ventilation and the breathable 3D AirMesh is used on all points of contact for extra durability, this is vital for climbers as they need a pack that’s close fitting with plenty of stability.

The shoulder straps have a contoured “S” shape; a rounded construction that conforms around sensitive areas and hand hugs the pack to the user. The hip belt can easily be detached and have ECL + VariFlex ergonomic hip fins for enhanced comfort when carrying medium loads, following the carrier’s movement effortlessly. The hip belt can easily be detached and have ECL + VariFlex ergonomic hip fins for enhanced comfort when carrying medium loads, following the carrier’s movement effortlessly.

The stabilizer shoulder straps allow the user to cinch the load forward for weight to be distributed parallel to the spinal cord for vertical load-bearing comfort, allowing for easy weight transfer on approaches.

As a true mountaineering pack, the Guide has a range of climbing-specific features. Ice axes and ski/hiking poles can be attached to the backpack whilst fixing loops provide a place to attach extra climbing gear. You can comfortably pack climbing ropes with the detachable rope strap and a bottom compartment helps you separate your gear for better organization. The rucksack also has an auto-lock zip on the side for quick access to your content to save you from having to pull out all your gear from the top lid.

Handy side compression straps keep your gear secure when traversing but can also be used to hold your skis or other gear and the pack is compatible with hydration systems up to 3 liters so you can keep yourself hydrated during your expeditions, climbs, etc. The lid of the rucksack is detachable which also contains extra pockets and the pack can be increased by a further 8 liters of volume so you won’t need to leave anything behind for your trip.

The Guide range from Deuter is specifically designed for mountaineering, consequently, they have a streamlined, funnel design with flattened straps to minimize snagging whilst on a rock face. Constructed entirely from tightly woven material for high abrasion/water resistance, the pack can stand up to the worst of mountain environments.