Reviews Summary
Here's what the reviewers think about the Mountain Hardwear South Col:
Reviewers like these things about the Mountain Hardwear South Col
- According to users, the Mountain Hardwear South Col backpack is a lightweight climbing and expedition pack that can carry heavy loads comfortably on rugged terrain.
- Other users pointed out that it's much more comfortable than expected.
- Testers found out that the pack feels light and agile when climbing and feels like much smaller pack then it actually is.
- Other testers recommend the use of the pack for hiking and camping.
- Reviewers noted that its hip belt wrapped well creating excellent fit and comfort.
- Reviewers pointed out that the back panel is straighter than other packs.
- Other reviewers also found that it has a large waterproof main compartment that is accessed via a top storm flap.
- They noticed that there is a larger front pocket in the pack that will keep its volume no matter how much gear the stuff into the main compartment.
- Users discovered that was stable and performed well while hiking or tackling more technical ascents.
- They also noted that it proved to be sturdy and durable after numerous trips.
- Testers found that the main compartment is waterproof.
- Reviewers pointed out that its suspension can be removed.
Reviewers don't like these things
- A reviewer thought that it has no integrated rain cover.
- A tester said that its torso and hip belt are not adjustable.
Specs
Crowdsourced specs across all Mountain Hardwear South Col models and sizes:
 | Capacity | 70.05 l (4275 cuin) |
 | Weight | 2.9 oz (1.3 kg) |
 | Length | 31 in (79 cm) |
| Width | 19 in (48 cm) | |
| Height | 7 in (18 cm) |
Popular Models
Mountain Hardwear South Col 70
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Colors and combinations:
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Specs
| Capacity | 70.05 l (4275 cuin) |
| Weight | 2.9 oz (1.3 kg) |
| Length | 31 in (79 cm) |
| Width | 19 in (48 cm) | |
| Height | 7 in (18 cm) |
Packing Guide
See how much a traveller, an athlete and an outdoorsy person can pack in the different Mountain Hardwear South Col models (the most popular choice is the South Col 70).
Capacity/Weight Levels
The capacity/weight level shows how much the bag weights compared with it's capacity (volume).
The lower the capacity/weight level, the better.
| Model | Capacity | Weight | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 70.05 l | 2.9 oz | 0.04 oz/L |
Rankings
vs Mountain Hardwear Bags
The Mountain Hardwear South Col ranks #1 compared with the other Mountain Hardwear bags.| 1 | Mountain Hardwear South Col |  |
| 2 | Mountain Hardwear Paladin |  |
| 3 | Mountain Hardwear Zoan |  |
| 4 | Mountain Hardwear Scrambler |  |
| 5 | Mountain Hardwear Hueco |  |
vs All Bags
The Mountain Hardwear South Col ranks #925 compared with all the bags we have checked.| 923 | Pacsafe Toursafe |  |
| 924 | Mountain Hardwear South Col | |
| 925 | Travelers Choice Sedona |  |
| 926 | Fossil Emma |  |
| 927 | Mountainsmith Borealis |  |
Selected Reviews
The Big Outside
Its minimalist weight, modularity, and feature set make it, in many ways, ideal for multi-day, technical climbs.Posted 13 July 2016 - Read full review
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Last updated on July 03, 2019
