Ortovox launches three Dry waterproof backpacks

For the 2021 spring/summer season, the mountain sports experts from Southern Germany are presenting the Dry series – their first ever backpack collection consisting of three models that are completely PFC-free. The new Westalpen 3L jacket and pants complete the summer 2020 high alpine touring collection for high alpine mountain sports. In addition to these selected new products, Ortovox is relying upon tried-and-tested products for summer 2021: 75% of the collection will be made up of existing models from this year’s collection. The weather can do whatever it likes Ortovox’s first ever range of weather-proof backpacks for high alpine touring, mountaineering and climbing is ready to use even without a rain cover – and 100% PFC-free. The Dry series consists of three backpack models, each in a regular and short back length: Peak 40/38S Dry, Traverse 30/28S Dry and Trad 30/28S Dry. All three backpacks combine functionality and comfort thanks to their features, technical details, comfortable carrying and back system, the use of a waterproof outer material and the high-frequency welding technique used on the seams. The outer material’s special combination of a thin PU outer coating and a TPU coating inner makes it completely waterproof without additional DWR treatment. The result is a range of backpacks tailored to their areas of use, with features that are functional in any weather and that keep contents reliably dry on your tour – without the need for a rain cover. High-alpine protective shield A system for all conditions: In summer 2021, Ortovox will be complementing their collection for high alpine tours and challenging mountaineering with a robust hardshell outfit that is fully equipped with technical features: the Westalpen 3L jacket and pants. This new three-layer combo is part of the Westalpen system, consisting of a hardshell, softshell and insulating layer. The wind and waterproof Westalpen 3L jacket comes with a Dermizax NX membrane and provides great freedom of movement thanks to the special cut of the arms and torso. Thus it will be easier to stretch your arms up over your head, even with a harness and backpack. Even the front pockets and zippers are designed to be used at any time. The hood also provides room for maneuver as it can be adjusted horizontally and vertically and is helmet-compatible. Cuffs and hems are adjustable, and the merino-wool lined collar is extra high. Thus the jacket protects against even the most adverse weather. The new Westalpen 3L pants are robust, technical and suitable for both summer and winter. The innovative leg width adjustment is truly unique: With two invisible adjustment options, these pants can quickly be adapted to fit around ski boots and tightened for a close fit when using crampons with mountaineering boots. The additional integrated quick-gaiter system renders traditional gaiters redundant, and the Cordura-Dyneema mix provides particularly scuff-resistant protection against sharp edges. AT A GLANCE: PEAK 40 DRY / PEAK 38S DRY Weight: 1440 g (without lid compartment and hip belt: 1130 g) / 1410 g (without lid compartment and hip belt: 1100 g) Sizes: 40 l and 38 l with a short back Features: • Extremely robust, waterproof seams and outer material (water column min. 50.000 mm) • Lightweight, comfortable contact back system with integrated stabilizer • Comfortable shoulder straps with load control cords, removable hip belt that attaches to the back system • Removable lid compartment with various attachment options • Rope attachment, pole and ice axe holder, and material loops • Map compartment, integrated helmet net, emergency equipment holder, emergency card and signal whistle TRAD 30 DRY / TRAD 28S DRY Weight: 780 g / 760 g Sizes: 30 l and 28 l with a short back Features: • Extremely robust, waterproof and scuff- resistant outer material (water column min. 50.000mm) • Roll-top access • Rope attachment and material loops • Hip belt can be stored away in the back system • 2 minimalistic ice axe holders • Integrated helmet net, emergency card and signal whistle TRAVERSE 30 DRY / TRAVERSE 28S DRY Weight: 1220 g (without lid compartment: 1180 g) / 1170 g (without lid compartment: 1130 g) Sizes: 30 l and 28 l with a short back Features: • Waterproof seams and outer material (water column min. 50.000 mm) • Comfortably back pads for pleasant air circulation • Ergonomically shaped shoulder straps and wide hip belt for even load distribution • Elasticated front pocket for larger objects • Holders and material loops for poles and winter equipment • Integrated helmet net, emergency card and signal whistle WESTALPEN 3L JACKET (W/M) Weight: 456 g / 492 g Sizes: XS – XL (W) S – XXL (M) Features: • Adjustable storm hood • Breast pocket and two front pockets • Zippers for underarm ventilation • Special cut for intense activities and protection in adverse conditions WESTALPEN 3L PANT (W/M) Weight: 632 g / 662 g Sizes: XS – XL (W) S – XXL (M) Features: • Adjustable waistband • Front, back and thigh pockets. • Anatomically shaped knees • Adjustable leg width on the inside • Integrated quick-gaiter system • Dyneema and Cordura for protection against sharp edges ORTOVOX – VOICE OF THE MOUNTAINS ORTOVOX has stood for maximum protection on the mountains since 1980. Emergency equipment, backpacks, functional wool clothing and targeted training by a network of experts contribute to making mountain sport safer, saving lives every day. ORTOVOX sees itself as a brand for mountaineers and offers products for year-round ski touring, freeriding, alpine climbing and high alpine tours. As the founder of functional wool clothing for mountain sports, ORTOVOX is now setting new standards for the protection of animals, nature and people by means of its own ORTOVOX WOOL PROMISE (OWP). Based in Munich, Germany, ORTOVOX Sportartikel GmbH has over 120 employees worldwide and is part of Schwanhäußer Industrie Holding GmbH & Co. KG. Info: www.ortovox.com