The Dawn Patrol 15 is built for short missions off-piste, all-day lift laps and big freeride lines. The pack’s form-fitting suspension provides a contoured fit, while the main zippered panel opens for quick access to your gear.
The separate snow safety pocket stores your avalanche safety kit, and an oversized insulated shoulder pocket holds a hydration tube, soft flask, or radio. The pack’s form-fitting suspension provides a contoured, body-hugging fit, while the main zippered panel opens for quick access to your gear. Exterior attachment points for skis, snowboard, helmet, and piolet accommodate the needs of skiers and riders.
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Overall rating: 4.6666665 / 5 from 9 reviews.
Review topics: ["size","feel","pockets","pack","backpack"].
"This backpack is perfect for my daily uphill adventures. Lightweight, comfortable and has all the right pockets and straps. My water hose no longer freezes on those cold days."
"I ordered this backpack in a S/M thinking that would mean it's an appropriate size for a shorter person (I'm 5'3"), especially since the pack is only 15L. It's really long from top to bottom and even with the straps shortened all the way it extended down past my tailbone in an uncomfortable way. I ended up returning this to find something that fits my torso better."
"Great backpack for my girlfriend or myself. Thin and holds enough without wanting to overpack it on the mountain."
"Started using this pack a few weeks ago for a few different adventures. Mostly for skinning up and skiing down, this pack works incredibly well for carrying all the gear that I need. Even though it is weighed down by my skis, helmet, clothes, water bladder, etc. , this pack is very comfortable to carry. Would highly recommend to anyone who needs a very versatile pack for their winter adventures. Jason"
"Loving this pack so far. Good quality and construction and just the right size for my lightweight touring missions. It's very comfortable and conforms well to my body. I liked that it was available in different sizes for different sized skiers."
"Wife loves this pack for uphilling. Especially the hydration cover strap."
"This bag could very well hold your beacon, shovel, probe, and some snacks. Or just some random daily stuff while walking down the street looking cool. BK wins functionality and cool factor. ALPINIST LIFE"
"This backpack is just perfect size for ski patrol. Sturdy and enough pockets for the gear. Also, could be perfect for ski touring."
"Good size for uphill laps at a ski area. Not to light, not too heavy. Feels rugged enough and not too flimsy."
| Size | Torso Length | Waist Circumference |
|---|---|---|
| S/M | 16 - 19 in 41 - 48 cm | 26 - 40 in 66 - 102 cm |
| M/L | 18.5 - 21.5 in 47 - 55 cm | 28 - 45 in 71 - 114 cm |
Measure between the iliac crest (the top of your hip bones) and the C7 vertebra (feel for the protruding bone at the base of your neck while looking down.)
Measure around your hips at the iliac crest (the top of your hip bones), not at your waist.
