Finally, there's a loop for an LED light attachment for small lights if you're exploring after hours (please note, light not included). If executed right, magnetic closure eases both pain points. Chalk up, give it a tap to close it, and drop it where you stand. Roll top closure with vertical zip to expand access and visibility into the main compartment; with adjustable webbing and aluminium hook You will also be likely to have various smaller items. This could be anything from shoe cleaning cloths and finger tape to sunglasses and suncream. After that, you will probably have your keys, guidebook, phone and other small items. All materials are coated with a PFC/PFAS-free DWR (durable water repellent), which encourages light rain, spills and snow to bead off the fabric instead of soaking through and wetting out all of your kit. PFC/PFAS-free treatments are much more sustainable than regular treatments as they don't contain chemicals that can damage the environment through waste water from factories.

The Zealot 45 looks, on first inspection, very simple. It resembles a climbers haul bag or the kind of rope bags we use to haul group kit around. But that simplicity, while welcome, hides some clever technology and well thought out user friendly features. Fabrics & Carry System The bag also has a 630D recycled high tenacity diamond ripstop nylon base and accents for added reinforcement. Osprey have an industry leading sustainability ethos. We wrote some information about their sustainable future here. On that note, it is great that the Zealot is made from Bluesign approved fabrics. Bluesign is an industry standard that is worth knowing about. Details are available here. Well done to Osprey for being an industry leader. Summary The hip belts have gear loops and ice tool holsters, and you can lag down your rope to the top with another adjustable strap. For crag climbers you need to get get your gear to the base of the route. After that it will usually stay there until you move on to your next route.The Zealot 45 also comes with a rope tarp. This can certainly be used for rope carrying and organisation, but will also serve for crag side organisation. It also features rope end tie off loops. Other Information