Whether you're out enjoying yo-yo out-of-bounds laps at the ski resort or pre-work dawn patrols, there's a Black Diamond Covert Winter Pack for you. The Covert pack is available in a 22L size for times when all you need is your avie gear, and there's a 32L size for half-day backcountry tours. This versatile pack carries skis or a snowboard, and its dedicated avalanche-gear pocket provides fast access to your shovel and probe when the clock is ticking. Black Diamond gave the Covert Pack a Y-suspension frame that moves with your body so you can tear up the backcountry no matter what kind of sled you're riding.
* A diagonal ski-carry cable linked to the upper attachment strap makes it super quick and easy to attach or detach your skis
* Large organizer pocket stows your shovel and probe where you can get to them in a hurry
* Insulated hydration sleeve spares your fluids from the deep freeze
* Pull out the tuck-away helmet carrying sling to tote your lid without taking up all the space in your pack
* Switch to sunglasses on a sweaty uphill slog and zip your goggles safely in their special fleece-lined pocket
* Hipbelt stash pockets keep the small stuff within easy reach
Bottom Line: A compact, modern day-tripping pack—clearly designed by seasoned skiers.