Petzl – Bug Backpack 18L

Introduction

Small backpack designed for single-day multi-pitch climbing with high end features included.

While only 18L this has some smart features that mean it can carry plenty of equipment. There is a rear slot that can hold either a hydration system or a laptop while not climbing.

Low profile design keeps it close to the back while climbing and side compression straps keep the centre of mass towards the body to improve the experience further. This also sits high on the back keeping it away from your harness and meaning that the rear gear loops are still easily accessible.

There are both waist and chest straps are easy to adjust and help take the weight off the shoulders while walking and improve stability.

Internally there is a lower pouch and a high mesh pocket perfect for holding valuables.

On the rear of the bag, there is a row of gear loops that would be plenty to hold a sport or small trad rack and the top has a compression strap that would be perfect for carrying a rope.

In Pete’s words ‘It’s massive without feeling massive’, a true tardis of a bag.

Volume: 18L

Weight: 525g

Material: Nylon