Mountain Hardwear Direttissima 46

Photo: Lance Shows

Brand: Mountain Hardwear

Model: Direttissima 46


Existing modelDurable, comfortable and versatile, this is our workhorse four-season climbing pack.

Interchangeable hipbelt (comes in multiple sizes).

Flexible design concept allows suspension and bag components to be removed to significantly reduce weight when not needed; Versatile Alpine suspension provides outstanding stability, comfort and support; Highly functional Alpine Compression Strap System with glove-friendly buckles secures overloads, effectively shrinks pack to minimal volume, and tucks away inside front panel pocket when not needed; Skirt extension adds 375 cu. in. / 6L of carrying capacity when needed; FlapTop design allows pack to be used without the top lid with no compromise in compression or weather-protection; Durable Dyneema front panel offers lash points for all kinds of mountaineering gear; Removable top pocket has webbing loops on top and rope strap underneath; Ski-friendly feature set including ski loops and shovel space in front pocket; Can be upgraded to optional BMG low-profile FitLock hipbelt for extra support with very heavy loads.

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