Designed for backcountry enthusiasts and lift-accessed side-country riders, the Gregory Targhee 26 is your go-to pack for short day tours, dawn patrols, or quick runs into gated terrain. Its compact design strikes the perfect balance between carrying capacity and weight, ensuring you're prepared for anything the mountains throw at you.
Made from sustainable materials, this backpack offers 42% reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional packs, thanks to the use of recycled fabrics. The 1000D Cordura® front panel is reinforced with a diagonal edge guard, offering protection against the sharp edges of skis or snowboard gear, so your pack stays intact no matter what. Whether you’re navigating tough terrain or transitioning from uphill to downhill, the Targhee 26 ensures smooth access to your gear with its U-Zip back panel and compression molded snow-shedding backpanel. The VertFlex suspension offers torsional flexibility while maintaining solid support, and the anodized aluminum hardware is built to withstand cold temperatures and rugged use.
In terms of storage, the front avalanche safety pocket gives you easy access to your essential snow tools, with specific sleeves for your shovel handle, probe, and shovel blade. There's also room for extra gear. The helmet carry system is deployable, allowing you to stash your helmet quickly when the pack's not in use, and the bungee ice tool system with aluminum toggles is ready for ice climbing or mountaineering expeditions.
Comfort and usability are built into the design with padded shoulder straps that include an insulated hydration sleeve, a sternum strap with a built-in safety whistle, and a hipbelt that’s designed to work with your harness. The side compression straps allow for secure ski carrying, and the aluminum hooks on the front straps give you versatile options for diagonal ski carry or vertical snowboard/snowshoe carry.
The Targhee 26 also offers ample storage, with a large zippered top pocket for quick access, an internal security pocket with a key clip, and dual-layered bottom panels for added durability. The pack’s frame is made from a combination of 3mm alloy steel and a HDPE anti-barreling stay, which provides a sturdy internal structure that enhances load distribution.
