Snow-specific 25L pack with streamlined carry, avy tool storage, and board carry for sidecountry laps and day tours.

The Burton AK Sidehill 25L Backpack 2026 is a low-profile panel-loading pack purpose-built for backcountry and sidecountry missions. A wide-access main compartment with back panel entry makes it easy to reach layers, food, and gear without unloading everything, while a dedicated front snow tools pocket keeps shovel and probe organised and ready. Inside you get a hydration-compatible sleeve and a fleece-lined goggle pocket, and outside the pack adds built-in helmet carry so you can free up space when you are skinning or bootpacking. A-frame and vertical board carry options, along with pole and ice axe attachment points, let you dial in different carry setups, and the snow-shedding back panel, ergonomic shoulder straps, and hip belt keep the load stable and comfortable on the climb and the ride out.

• Backcountry-ready layout: Main compartment with back panel access, internal hydration sleeve, fleece-lined goggle pocket, and dedicated front snow tools pocket.
• Multiple carry options: A-frame and vertical snowboard carry plus pole and ice axe carry give flexible set-ups for different tours.
• Helmet carry: Integrated helmet carry frees up internal space and keeps your lid secure on the skin track or bootpack.
• Durable shell fabrics: 250D polyester with PU coating and PFC-free DWR, bluesign-approved materials on key panels for reduced impact.
• Stable on the move: Contoured shoulder straps, padded hip belt, sternum strap, and side compression help keep the pack tight and balanced while riding.
• Tour-friendly details: Snow-shedding back panel, glove-friendly zips and buckles, and internal organisation to keep skins, tools, and small kit sorted.