Pingora Vivid 27 Liter Backcountry Ski Pack

I have been using the Vivid 27 for 2 seasons now. As a porfessional ski guide I am pretty harsh on my gear and get alot of use out of it. The Vivid 27 excels in a lot of categories as a ski touring pack, but there are still things that could be improved.

-The tool pocket is absolutely amazing. The larger YKK zipper is what attracted me to this bag in the first place. It allows for super easy access and good organization all in one pocket. I usually put my skins in there too.
-The chest strap pockets are awesome. I love carrying essentials in there. Though I have found that my phone doesn't fit with a bulkier case. I also wish that the zippered chest pocket had the ability to wire in a speaker mic or hydration hose. It would be a nice addition.
-The waist belt is extremely comfortable and I love the strecthy pocket on one side, it makes for really easy access to more essentials. Though the buckles are hard sewn into the straps, making field repair impoissble. My hip buckle did break.
-I'm not a huge fan of the rear entry main compartment, I find it makes stuffing gear into the bag a bit difficult, though I like that the Vivid 37 is top laod. I do like the internal storage sleeve and pocket on the back flap, its great for valuables.
-The top pocket is amazing, I like the goggle storage zippered pocket, and generally I am accessing this pocket quite frquently.
- I think the ski carrying straps on this pack are quite overkill. The frequency that most folks are carrying their skis on their back is quite low and I think there is too much material around the side loaders. Overall I think the pack could benefit from a reduction of some material. I think a bit more simplicity would go a long way for weight and functionality.
-The pack fit amazing. It hugs your back well and is very comfortable. If it had a lartger compacitiy, I believe it would carry heavy loads really well.
-I am constanly getting compliments on the colors! I love a bright pack!

I would say I'm very happy with this product, though I'm yet to be thrilled. What's great - main pack and top compartment. LOVE accessing it while wearing it, size of pack is outstanding for my day-use purposes both on snow and trail.
What's yet to be great - not sure I'll find the pockets on the shoulder and waist straps that useful, particularly the latter. Maybe a phone and monocular, but not any water bottles which I think is what was advertised.

Still, overall I'm happy with the purchase. Looks like it will last a long time. Check back in 5 years!

Absolutely love this bag. I use it for everything, from running errands on my bike, to skiing backcountry in Banff, it truly does it all! I cannot recommend this bag enough. Yet, I do wish there was a hole to run my camelback through…
Either way if you’re thinking about picking one up, I highly recommend you do.

Perfect pack for day tours. Nothing else on the market with avalanche tool access like this. Favorite pack I’ve ever used

This pack is new to me, and I've run it several times on different tours and conditions. It seems like I might have found 'the unicorn'. This pack is great for chill days with friends meadow hopping and poking around on longer low angle tours - and also feels 'light' and has all the features important to me in a 'go fast' pack when I'm feeling peppier on the ups - and also really 'works with you' (don't really feel it) when charging. Loving it so far. Well done, Pingora!

This is definitely geared more to Skiing. I was hoping it would work for regular backpacking and it didn't. I had to return it. Loved everything about it however.

This is my favorite touring/winter pack ever. You can tell it was designed in the field with so many little features and high comfort.