Pingora Vivid 27 Liter Backcountry Ski Pack

I ordered this pack after seeing a reel displaying it's functionality. I will firmly support the design and material of the pack. My recent trips have been an overnight bag with an UL quilt, insulated pad, bivy, shelter, cook set, coffee, UL pillow, down booties and a hardshell jacket with mitts. The total weight was around 13lbs including the bag. Superior quality and stylish.

I love these packs i have the 35 ..but def needed the smaller 27 for when I didnt need as much gear.
I love the adjustability of all the straps, the zippers amd bickles are perfect and well thought - out. Im so shocked at the value of these packs.

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!

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!

Simplicity on the back, party up front. I've LOVED this pack so far. It's minimal, sleek, and carries extremely well when loaded to the brim. Most of all, I love the functionality with additional pockets on the shoulder straps and hip belt.

Just now getting around to writing a review. I used this pack for my first season backcountry splitboarding and my main complaint is the bottom side straps are only so adjustable and I had one heck of a time trying to get my splitboard halves in them with the hooks on the side of the halves. I eventually was able to man handle them through, but maybe consider a buckle for the bottom straps. Will definitely be replacing for a pack with buckles because no one wants to wrestle with their gear in the middle of January in Alaska's Chugach mountains. I'm sure it works fine for skis.

So far it’s excellent! Love the quality and design and colors. Only thing is I wish it had a top loader option instead of just the back zip.

Love it

Love it.. Very well thought out, just the right about of pockets/compartments. Enough that you can keep very organized but not so many that you can't remember what's where.. the ski carry keeps the skis from hitting the back of your legs unlike my previous pack,.. favorite ski pack so far

This pack is everything you are looking for for a daytrip in the backcountry. Plenty of storage, hidden compartments, and quite comfortable to wear. I am 5'6" and order a size small which works perfectly. The only concern is that the lower straps may be too short/narrow for an A Frame carry of skis that are wider than 106mm underfoot.

Great pack. I was nervous it wouldn’t fit my black crow artis birdies (105 mm under foot) when I’m boot packing, but it worked awesome. Took it the next day to my beer league ski race and it also fit all my gear (as long as you’re cool slinging your boots over the back of your pack) which I’ve always done away. Great day bag. Absolutely love the colors. Oh I will say for all my big chested girlies the chest strap was quite tight on me while hiking 😅 even when extended to the fullest; so if you’re bigger than DD this may not be the pack for you. Otherwise get this pack it’s sweet. 🤙

The Vivid 27 is perfect for my backcountry ski day trips.Its well made and a great design

overall a great ski pack. avy gear packs nicely and plenty of room for long day trips. would go with the 32 L if you need to carry more , but good enough for 6 hours of touring for sure. Only thing, no specific way to carry water, but I just put a soft sided flask in the avy compartment. I'm 5'9 175 and went with the medium. Large would have been ok as well, but fits nice.

Super impressed with the quality of this pack. This is my first Pingora pack so I have no previous experience. But the stitching, and material quality is top notch. Only played in the backyard so far, but very happy with purchase. Ill grab the larger one too for longer trips. Great job Pingora.

Really pleased with the quality of the pack. Sturdy and thoughtful construction. fits everything I need. I work in the ski industry as a ski lift mechanic and that's what I'm primarily using the pack for, I'll report back with long term durability.

I have loveeeee this backpack. I've done long and short day tours and I can do it all with this thing. The ONLY thing that I'd say is the should straps don't really fit a full 500 mL bottle all that well and I don't believe theres anywhere for a bladder tube to come through either- but those are minor things. Easy of use, comfort, and style 10/10. Highly recommend!

Customer service beyond compare. Our delivery got screwed up and they folks were incredibly generous and helpful in making it right. Truly rare

I like it a lot. Carries well, robust construction and robust zippers too. I am still searching for a drink flask that will fit in the shoulder strap though...
I think it is the best on the market, mostly because of the quality of materials and the design features.

I am absolutely loving the vivid 27 pack. It has all of the features that I'm looking for in a backcountry ski backpack. It's the perfect size to carry everything I need for standard tours.And plenty of space for bigger missions as well.

Durable, great features, breathable on the back, plenty of room for gear needed for a day tour (water, snacks, extra layers, etc).

Very comfortable, well designed backpack…love how easy it is to get your gear and the multiple storage pockets.

Perfect pack for shorter day trips, very comfortable and lightweight, yet roomy for a 27l pack

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