Gregory Mountain Products, a leader in backpacks and active travel gear, redesigns its duffel collections and launches two new ski packs in fall 2023. The updated Alpaca and Supply Duffels offer rugged new travel features and a revised design for hauling gear. In the ski category, Gregory introduces two brand-firsts: Verte, a resort-specific ski pack with an elastic hip belt for uninhibited movement on the descent, and the Women’s Targhee, Gregory’s first women’s specific backcountry ski pack.
Updates to the Alpaca Duffel reflect the brand’s commitment to sustainability and thoughtful design details for stress-free travel. The water-resistant TPU coating and 40 percent recycled 900D polyester keep gear safe, and the travel-friendly design features spare no detail. An expandable zippered end pocket separates dirty clothes or shoes from the clean ones, and a bonus packing cube doubles as the duffel’s packing and storage. The removable shoulder straps are comfortable and easy to use, and interior mesh pockets keep your travel essentials organized.
The lighter yet equally durable Supply Duffel is tougher than ever with a 40 percent recycled 600D polyester. Additional design details for 2023 include padded tuck-away shoulder straps for carrying heavy loads and large T-grip zipper pullers for easy access to gear. For storage, the duffel packs down into its front zippered pocket. The Alpaca and Supply Duffels come in four capacities ranging from 40 liters to 120 liters. And by using a lifecycle analysis tool, Gregory reduced the carbon footprint of each by 56 percent.
The Verte, built for on-piste resort days, is the first of its kind in the Gregory family. The chairlift-friendly design has minimal straps, and the CloudControl flexible hip belt offers uninhibited movement on the descent. Similar to a goggle strap, the elasticized webbing on the hip belt stretches with the movement of the hips while providing support for the lower back. The back panel sheds snow to prevent build-up, and diagonal and A-frame ski and snowboard carry options open up opportunities in the side country. The Verte is available in two capacities, 12 and 18 liters.
The Women’s Targhee (available in 24 and 30 liters) is a welcome addition to the Targhee family of backcountry ski packs. The pack is designed to fit a woman’s body with a revised harness and hip belt to support the load on a woman’s skeletal structure. The Vertflex suspension system meets the needs of skiers and riders with a perimeter alloy frame for vertical stability while maintaining flexibility for movement thanks to the flexible frame panel and anti-barreling cross stays. Backcountry-specific details include the snow-shedding back panel, U-zip entry for easy access to gear, diagonal and A-frame ski carry, and front avalanche safety pocket with a helmet carry. Using a life cycle analysis tool, Gregory was able to reduce the carbon footprint of each new pack by 33 percent.
The Alpaca and Supply Duffels will be available to consumers in July. The Verte and Women’s Targhee will be available in September. For more information, visit GregoryPacks.com.
