Blue Ice Dragonfly 25L Pack

The Blue Ice Dragonfly 25L Pack: A Slightly Larger Minimalist Masterpiece

What Scramble said about the Dragonfly 18L pack largely applies to the 25L version (with some minor caveats *).

"Blue Ice, in excluding anything non-essential, have created a minimalist masterpiece: A durable, lightweight, sublimely functional, fuss and gimmick-free, highly versatile, top-loading climbing pack. One which packs away to something the size of a paperback, and can double as an easy access side pouch (for larger packs). An absolute gem indeed."

- Scramble Kit UK

* Aside from being slightly larger, the main differences are that: 

• the 25L version has two side pockets, and
• the back-pad is not removable

Blue Ice's Description:

The Dragonfly 25L pack was designed for climbers and alpinists who want to go fast and light on speed ascents in the Alps or make rapid summit pushes during remote expeditions. The minimalist design makes this pack ultralight, while a rope carrying system and two mesh pockets on the sides give you a little extra volume for the approach and keep essential items readily accessible. The pack’s highly breathable shoulder straps and back panel allow moisture to dry quickly during intense efforts without adding extra weight or bulk. The main compartment is top loading and secured by a cord lock for easy opening and closing. A large internal pocket carries a water bladder or keeps a few essentials separate, while an outside zippered pocket makes small items easily accessible in any situation. The materials used for the Dragonfly 25L make this pack light but amazingly durable. The Dragonfly 25L is likely to become your pack of choice for all your mountain adventures.

Ideal Uses

Rock Climbing, Alpine Climbing, Scrambling, Hiking & Trekking

Technical Specification

• Removable hip belt and sternum strap
• Highly breathable AeroLight 3-D mesh back panel and shoulder straps
• Rope carrying system
• Carrying system for collapsible ski poles
• Ice Axe loops and attachment points
• Hydration bladder-compatible
• Stuffs into its own pocket
• One zipped pocket for safely storing smaller items
• 2 side mesh pockets for extra carriage
• 420D rip-stop CORDURA® with a PU coating and DWR finish and 100D high-tenacity rip-stop Nylon
• Dimensions: 71 x 28 x 22 cm
• Volume 25L
• Weight 460 g
• Designed in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
• Made in Vietnam

A Brief but Useful Overview

A Typical Review (Translated):

"This backpack is a really good choice for climbing routes. 2 pairs of shoes, water, jackets and other stuff which I need fit perfectly into the 25L version. It is also good to minimize and fits into other packs if not usable from the beginning. Two loops for ice axe make it also very useful for alpine routes!!!! The side pockets are the best problem solver for carrying bananas, by the way."