Here are a few field photos of some of the various configurations.
For note, the packbag used was a 4800 but not the newer one. The newer one is a bit cleaner looking.
Also, yes it was thin snow for ski's. There was some down low and a 4.5 miles total that could be skied. There was some also , skiing with just your shoes on sort of stuff as well. I had no idea what to expect, I doubt anyone had been in there for a couple months, as evidenced by how relaxed the animals were.
4800 , Lid, and Base Talon about 6800 total CI. ~ 4 lbs.
4800 and Lid no compression panel. Lots of oak brush busting. Ski's were lowered to avoid catching on brush.