What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying: "When I'm planning a hut trip or long days with extra layers and gear, the Soelden 45 is the pack I trust. The removable lid and roll-top combo keep things adaptable, while the LightWire frame makes carrying heavier loads surprisingly comfortable. Avalanche tool access is intuitive, and the multiple carry options for skis, snowboard, rope, and helmet make it feel like it's built for any objective I have on the mountain." For long days in the mountains or hut trips where space and stability matter most, we reach for the Osprey Soelden 45 Backpack. Designed with input from guides and athletes, this large-volume pack delivers the right mix of capacity, structure, and access to keep us organized and moving efficiently in technical terrain. With recycled ocean-sourced nylon construction and PFAS-free DWR, the pack is as thoughtful about sustainability as it is about performance. The Soelden 45 features both backpanel and top access to the main compartment, a dedicated avalanche tool pocket, and a removable lid with an under-lid rope carry strap for secure storage. Its LightWire frame and snow-shedding backpanel keep the load balanced and comfortable during long climbs, while the dual-position helmet carry, ski and snowboard carry options, and dual ice tool sleeves make it adaptable to any winter mission. Whether we're hauling overnight gear or pushing for a big technical line, this pack offers the volume and versatility we need to tackle ambitious backcountry objectives.