Osprey Kode 30 Backpack

Touted as “the ultimate packs made for all snow-play activities,” Osprey’s Kode series of backpacks offer versatile features like ski and snowboard carrying straps, an insulated hydration-reservoir sleeve, and wet and dry organizational pockets.

The Kode 30, the middle size pack in the line, has 1,800 cubic inches (30 liters) of capacity — good for daylong adventures in the snow. $139, www.ospreypacks.com

—Stephen Regenold

This product is a part of a series from a “Winter Gear Roundup” article highlighted on Gear Junkie and an accompanying column on Outside magazine this week. See all the featured products below.

2009/2010 ‘WINTER GEAR ROUNDUP’ PRODUCTS:

• Avalanche Airbag Backpack
  
• Helly Hansen Uber Down Coat
  
• Kahtoola TS snowshoes
  
• Columbia Heated Boots
  
• POC Receptor BUG Helmet
  
• Mountain Hardwear Heated Jackets
  
• ColdAvenger Balaclava
  
• Black Diamond Agent AvaLung Pack
  
• Osprey Kode 30 Backpack
  
• Julbo Revolution Goggle
  
• Kelty Gunnison Pro Tent
  
• Sierra Designs Drizone Down Bootie
  
• La Sportiva Baruntse Boots