Black Diamond Distance 8 Women backpack Glacier

Black Diamond Distance 8 Women is a women’s mountain running backpack with an 8-litre capacity and a seamless harness system, designed for fast mountain outings and trail running.

Who is the Black Diamond Distance 8 designed for?

It sits at the top end of technical backpacks for fast movement in the mountains. It is designed for advanced female mountain runners and hikers looking for exceptional stability and quick access to their gear without taking off the backpack. The women’s-specific fit accommodates a shorter torso and the specific curve and width of the shoulder straps around the neck, helping to prevent chafing during intense activity.

Key features and technologies

• Seamless shoulder strap technology: The innovative design with stretch mesh wings provides a comfortable, chafe-free fit and reduces overall weight.
• UHMWPE ripstop fabric: Specially developed fabric keeps weight exceptionally low (298 g in size S) while offering high resistance to tearing on sharp rocks.
• Z-Pole storage: Integrated sleeves allow folding poles to be stored quickly and securely while on the move.
• Adjustable compression: The dual side compression system lets you adjust the volume to suit the amount of gear, preventing the load from bouncing.
• Dedicated pockets: Includes two soft flask pockets (flasks not included), a zipped shoulder strap pocket and an internal pocket for securely storing keys.

In use

On fast mountain ascents and trail runs, the backpack behaves like a running vest, fitting closely to the body and preventing gear from bouncing. The shoulder strap pockets provide easy access to hydration and energy bars without stopping.

On more technically challenging sections, the ice axe attachment point and quick storage of poles in the Z-Pole sleeves come into their own, freeing your hands for safe scrambling or overcoming obstacles.

Frequently asked questions