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      Front view of Osprey Mutant 38 technical backpack Tungsten Grey showing dual ToolLock ice axe attachment systems and climbing features
      Front view of Osprey Mutant 38 technical backpack Tungsten Grey showing dual ToolLock ice axe attachment systems and climbing features
      Back view of Osprey Mutant 38 alpine pack Tungsten Grey featuring snow-shedding backpanel and professional load distribution system

      Osprey

      Osprey Mutant 38 Technical Backpack - Tungsten Grey

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      Osprey Mutant 38 Technical Backpack - Tungsten Grey: Ultimate Alpine Climbing Pack

      Built for alpinists who refuse to compromise between versatility and performance. The Osprey Mutant 38 in Tungsten Grey transforms seamlessly from gear-hauling basecamp workhorse to svelte summit pack, delivering professional-grade climbing systems for vertical ice, steep terrain, and technical alpine routes.

      Key Benefits:

      • Strippable Modular Design: Remove top lid (4.5oz), framesheet (6oz), and aluminum stays (2.8oz) to drop from 42.8oz to 26oz ultralight configuration
      • Professional Ice Tool System: Dual ToolLocks with bungee tie-offs provide glove-friendly, secure attachment for technical axes and mountaineering tools
      • Advanced Load Management: Reverse-wrap hipbelt with gear loops stows behind pack for harness access, doubles as climbing rack organization
      • Weather-Resistant Engineering: Snow-shedding backpanel and FlapJacket closure system maintain weather protection when lid is removed
      • Multi-Discipline Versatility: A-frame ski carry, reinforced haul loops, and 3-point haul system for mountaineering, ice climbing, and alpine objectives
      • Sustainable Construction: Recycled NanoFly and Robic fabrics with PFAS-free DWR treatment deliver exceptional durability with reduced environmental impact

      The Mutant 38 defies the traditional alpine pack limitations by functioning as both a 50-liter capacity basecamp hauler and nimble technical climbing partner. Developed with local guides and athletes, this pack has earned Editor's Choice awards for its ability to carry multi-day climbing loads while maintaining movement efficiency on complex technical routes where every ounce and feature matters.

      Technical Specifications:

      • Capacity: 38L total with expandable design accommodating overloading capability
      • Weight: 42.8oz (1213g) full configuration / 26oz stripped (lighter than spec)
      • Construction: Recycled 210D high tenacity nylon with reinforced 420D base panel
      • Sizing: S/M (38-48cm torso) / M/L (46-56cm torso) with professional load distribution
      • Back System: Removable Atilon framesheet with dual aluminum stays, snow-shedding fabric
      • Features: Floating top lid with helmet carry, internal hydration sleeve (3L capacity), glove-friendly buckles
      • Attachment Systems: Dual ToolLocks, reinforced A-frame ski carry, rope attachment points, front panel daisy chains
      • Storage: Top lid dual pockets, FlapJacket main compartment closure, mesh helmet deployment system
      • Hipbelt: Gear loops, ice clipper slots, reverse-wrap design compatible with climbing harnesses

      Perfect For: Alpine climbing and mountaineering, ice climbing and winter ascents, camping gear for technical multi-day routes, ski mountaineering and touring, rock climbing approaches with heavy loads, scrambling and hillwalking adventures

      Ready for objectives where your pack becomes your lifeline? The Osprey Mutant 38 in Tungsten Grey combines alpine-proven durability with modular adaptability that serious climbers demand. Free shipping included on your next vertical adventure.

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      Front view of Osprey Mutant 38 technical backpack Tungsten Grey showing dual ToolLock ice axe attachment systems and climbing features

      Osprey Mutant 38 Technical Backpack - Tungsten Grey

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      R 4,299.00
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