Lowe alpine peak ascent 42 backpack the peak ascent 42 is clean simple and functional an excellent value entry level backpack for alpine and winter mountaineering this pack offering great value for money weve packed the essential features of the alpine ascent into this entry level pack making sure youre well equipped for both rock and winter routes ice axe and crampon attachment systems plus ice screw krab slots on the hip make this pack a go to choice for your first forays into alpi