You'd be hard pressed to find a skier-friendly feature that Mammut forgot on its Powder pack. It sports a ski carry system, helmet holder, and a pocket and strap for a shovel. The padded harness system is comfortable without adding too much bulk, and the chest strap's buckle has a built-in emergency whistle. With 25 liters of capacity and plenty of interior pockets, there's room for layers, cameras, and as many Clif Bars as you can stomach. Did we mention it's hydration compatible?
$115; www.mammut.ch