Product Information
An advanced mountaineering pack from OMM. Mike Parsons - "I worked with both Don Whillans and Dougal Haston to produce some great packs, icons of the age. This pack draws fully on that experience whilst embracing new technologies and reflecting new practices."
Features
- Leanweight Chassis - puts strength where it is needed.
- RL (Rugged Light), with 140gsm high tensile DyneemaTM fabric.
- MSC - Multi Sport Compressor. Carries helmet, sleeping mat, snow shovel, wet clothing, bladder and more...
- UGR - Universal Gear Rail. Carries everything from axes to poles to skis: see full list. Bladder carry in 3 positions: In internal back pouch, internal side pouch (accessible from outside by zip) or under MSC.
- Naase cord - Compresses pack, holds trekking poles, tent poles on side or holds rope securely under lid.
- Bottle carry - 2 angled stretch mesh side pockets - On The Move Accessible.
- Leanweight can be achieved by removing: Multi Sport Compressor, axe/ski fittings, Platformat™, side pockets (one time removable without impacting on strength or guarantee).
- Leanweight Link System already exists if you own one of these packs so you can buy the add-ons; see explanation.
Technical Specifications
| Full Weight | Leanweight | Back Length | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1160g | 710g | 55cm | 45 + 10 litres |
Accessories Available
- Chest pouch clips on shoulder harness; adds 4L
- DuoMat™ 45 Replaces PlatformatTM (or uses additional pouch provided in pack) to create 80cm long sleeping mat. Add a second to create 160cm long sleeping mat.
- Villain 45+10RL MSC
- 45 + 10 = 55litre capacity
- RL = rugged light = Dyneema fabric for extra strength
Activity Matrix
| Suitability | Activity |
|---|---|
| Fell running | |
| Trial running | |
| •• | 2 day mountain marathons |
| ••• | Adventure racing |
| •• | Day walks |
| ••• | Long distance walking |
| ••• | Weekend/Ultra light backpacking |
| ••• | Expedition/Travel |
| ••• | Ski touring |
| ••• | Via ferratta/scrambling |
| ••• | Cragging |
| ••• | Mountaineering |
| Cycling/MTB |
Tool Carry Capability
- Yes - Bladder
- Yes - Bottle
- Yes - Whistle
- Yes - GPS mobile phone
- Yes - Cycle LED
- Yes - Helmet
- Yes - Rope
- Yes - Ice axe + hammer
- Yes - Crampons
- Yes - Skis
- Yes - Ski Skins
- Yes - Snow Shovel
- Yes - Snow Shoes
- Yes - Trekking Poles
- Yes - Tent Poles
- Yes - Wet Clothing
- Yes - Duo Mat
- Yes - Sleeping Mat

