care instructions
HEADWALL 55
Hyperlite Mountain Gear is not about bells and whistles, nonessential features, or the latest trending colors. We manufacture stripped down, high performance gear that’s been dialed in to meet, in as minimalist a manner as possible, the exacting requirements of the people who use it.
UPWARD MOBILITY, UNLIMITED DOWNTIME
The HEADWALL 55 is designed for carving fresh tracks in deep powder. This ultralight backcountry ski pack utilizes Fully Woven Dyneema® composite fabric that holds up against sharp ski edge contact and rough terrain. Dual-Adjustable side straps secure your skis or splitboard to the pack. External Avalanche Pocket and Dual Ice Tool attachments keep your safety gear organized and easy to access while the adjustable aluminum frame stays help distribute the load to the removable padded hip belt.
BEST PRACTICES
The roll top design provides excellent compaction and water-tightness but means that pack organization is key.
- Place lighter, less mission critical items (sleeping bag, pad, dry layers) near the bottom.
- Load bulky, heavier items (food, cookware, electronics) below the shoulder straps and above the hip belt. Note: Two internal frame stays distribute weight to the hip belt and help support your pack.
- Keep quick grab items closer to the top of the bag (rain gear, mid-layer).
- The External Avalanche Pocket can be used to store additional safety equipment.
- Locate frequently used gear in the hip belt pockets or daisy chain to the outside of the pack.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Periodically check your backpack fabric, pockets, straps, clips, and adjusters for signs of stress or tears and repair any damage before continued use.
The HEADWALL 55 is an ultralight backcountry skiing pack designed for multi-day mountaineering adventures.
The HEADWALL 55 is NOT a dry bag. Take precautions to prevent gear from getting wet.
To ensure pack contents remain dry regardless of weather conditions, we recommend pairing your pack with our Pods and Stuff Sacks to organize internal contents and create an additional layer of protection.
Take the time on a dry, sunny day to spot-clean any areas that need it. A soft damp cloth and a mild soap (non-detergent and non-oil based soaps work well, do not bleach). Air-dry your pack by leaving it out to hang-dry. Make sure your pack is completely dry before long term storage.
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Products can be returned or exchanged up to 30 days from the purchase date. And after 30 days, we’ll issue a gift card. (If you’ve purchased your product from one of our authorized dealers, you’ll have to reach out to that dealer for a return or exchange). Click here to start the returns process.
Store your pack in a dry place, and with minimal fluctuation in temperature if possible.
Refer to the product information pages for feature videos that can help you through the process.
Familiarize yourself with set up for best results and for avoiding potential damage to your Hyperlite Mountain Gear products.
If you’re out on the trail when a mishap occurs, email us as soon as you can. We will work with you to get a repair made and back to you on the trail as soon as possible.
If there’s something custom, or unique, you’d like done to your gear, or you want a repair made that’s above and beyond the normal stuff covered in our Guarantee, also reach out to us.
Click here to send us an email about repairs. Please include a photo or other visual explanation of what needs doing, and we will get back to you with a timeline on when you can expect your gear back to you (typically 2-3 weeks).
ENJOY THE UP
The HEADWALL 55 has dual-adjustable side release buckles for attaching skis and splitboards.
- Place one ski/board against the HEADWALL, with your bindings facing away from the pack and the tips pointing up.
- Clip together the three sets of side straps, locating one strap below the binding.
- Adjust the straps equally, centering each buckle over your ski/board to ensure a secure attachment.
Side straps can be wrapped around the front of the HEADWALL 55 pack to carry a full board.
Note: Straps are available to A-Frame carry.
STANDARD CARRY
A-FRAME CARRY
FULL BOARD CARRY
FINE TUNING
Your hip belt is attached to the HEADWALL 55 with a Velcro backing and is removable.
Hip Belt Removal
1. Empty the contents from your hip belt pockets.
2. Starting from one side, slowly pull the hip belt away from the backpack.
3. Once fully separated, slide the hip belt through to remove.
Note: Placing a small strip of cardboard in between will help to keep the two pieces separated.
SAFETY
Avoid campsites that present the possibility of avalanches, falling rocks or tree limbs, flash floods, lightning strikes, strong winds, and other potential hazards to reduce the risk of damage or injury. This backpack is not a toy. To prevent the danger of choking or suffocation, keep this bag away from babies and children. This backpack is not fireproof. Keep your bag away from all open flames and heat sources to prevent the possibility of melting or burns from sparks and falling embers.
- This backpack is not fireproof.
- Keep your bag away from all open flames and heat sources to prevent the possibility of melting or burns from sparks and falling embers.
- Check out this resource on avalanche safety before venturing into unchartered backcountry.
- Never exceed the maximum carrying load capacity of your pack (40lbs | 18.1 kg)
- Familiarize yourself with the different adjustments to maximize comfort, so you can stay focused on your next adventure.
