Granite Gear Vapor Trail
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
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Osprey Argon 110
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
Osprey Exos 34
This top ultralight from our <a href="https://www.backpacker.com/april_2009_table_of_contents_gear_guide_issue/articles/12859">2009 Gear Guide</a> is perfect for hikers who need to travel light, fast, and far.
GoLite Jam
This all-purpose weekend pack is comfortable and light. Reach for snacks and extra layers with ease while wearing Mountain Hardware's Koa 55 backpack.
LL Bean L.L.Bean White Mountain Pack Women's
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
Millet Peuterey 30 LD Limited
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
Vaude Asymmetric 50
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
DEUTER USA Cruise 30
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
DEUTER USA Aircontact Lite 40+10
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Bergans of Norway Viking II
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Bergans of Norway Alpinist I
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
ARC'TERYX Miura 20
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
ARC'TERYX Bora 65
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Granite Gear Stratus Flatbed
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Lowe Alpine EDGE 20
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Ultralight Adventure Equipment (ULA) Ohm
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Gregory Mountain Products Palisade 90
Got a big load to carry? Put it in this ultra-comfortable pack and forget about it.
Deuter USA Guide 30+ SL
If you want ultralight, look no further than Deuter's tough and roomy ACT Zero 60+10 pack.
Lowe Alpine Boulder Bag 30
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Flash 18
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
The North Face Primero 60
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
Vaude Gallery Air 30 + 5
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
Mountain Hardwear SuperNatural 55
Reach for snacks and extra layers with ease while wearing Mountain Hardware's Koa 55 backpack.
Bergans of Norway Backcountry Guide 26
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Mystery Ranch Backpacks G-6000
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
Granite Gear Nimbus Meridian Ki
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
ARC'TERYX Silo 50
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Millet Elevation 30 LD
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
ARC'TERYX Quiver
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Gregory Mountain Products Whitney 95
Got a big load to carry? Put it in this ultra-comfortable pack and forget about it.
Montbell North America Balance Light 40
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Osprey Exos 58
The ultralight Osprey Exos 58 backpack is high in stability and smart features.
Millet Ura Speed 27
This pack moves with you.
DEUTER USA Futura Zero 30
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Bergans of Norway Tuva 45
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Mammut Lithium 32
Ski mountaineers will love both climbing and cruising in this pack from our <a href="https://www.backpacker.com/april_2009_table_of_contents_gear_guide_issue/articles/12859">2009 Gear Guide</a>.
Columbia Sportswear Company Trail Grinder Overnighter
Carry up to 100 ounces of hydration power with this comfortable daypack.
Gregory Mountain Products Navarino
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Lowe Alpine TFX Cerro Torre 75+20
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
GoLite Odyssey
This all-purpose weekend pack is comfortable and light. A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Kelty Span 60-W
A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
The North Face W Remedy 25
This pack moves with you.
Millet Prolight 27
This pack moves with you.
The North Face Spire 32
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
Lafuma Sakya 25
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Mammut Arete 60
Ski mountaineers will love both climbing and cruising in this pack from our <a href="https://www.backpacker.com/april_2009_table_of_contents_gear_guide_issue/articles/12859">2009 Gear Guide</a>.
Gregory Mountain Products Triconi 60
For large loads and great support, check out the lightweight Gregory Z65 backpack.
Deuter USA ACT Lite 50+10
With incredible load distribution, this pack's easy on the shoulders.
Mountainsmith Phoenix
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
LL Bean Bigelow Day Pack
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
The North Face W Crestone 60
This pack moves with you.
DEUTER USA Aircontact Zero 55+10SL
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Bergans of Norway Telemark 80
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Lowe Alpine Mountain Attack Pro 35+10
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Mountainsmith Hiker
The Tahoma wins out as a high country favorite. Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
The North Face Cam 26
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
Bergans of Norway Telemark 60
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Bergans of Norway Altitude 30
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Bergans of Norway Trollhetta 75
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Eagle Creek W Truist 65L
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
DEUTER USA Aircontact 60+10SL
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
ARC'TERYX Khazri 55
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Equinox Ltd Ultralite Katahdin Pack
Wenger's Zernez 50L pack has mountains of features including a built-in raincover and clear map flap.
Millet Expe 65
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
The Gear Wars Trilogy, Episode 1: A New Hope.
A personal peek at some promising new schwag I've been testing.
Life-or-Death Decisions – Caught in a Storm
When a storm comes out of nowhere, learn how to handle the unexpected.
Life-or-Death Decisions – Injury
Learn how to plan and react when and unexpected injury creeps up on you.
Life-or-Death Decisions – Lost
How did you get here? How can you get out? Staying found starts at home.
Life-or-Death Decisions
Survival depends on more than dumb luck–to live to see another day, you must correctly navigate a tricky series of choices. Here's how to do it when the consequences couldn't be higher.
Rescue Me!
On a snowy night in New Hampshire, Congressional candidate Gary Dodds crashed his car, wandered into the woods, and collapsed. Twenty-seven hours later, rescuers carried him out. And then the real drama began.
Sleep In A Body Bag
Full-body Lippi bag makes sleeping, breakdancing more fun
Exercising While Sick
When you can and cannot workout with an illness
Bears Don't Kill People…People Kill Bears
29 human-related bear deaths recorded in Yellowstone this year
Why We Like Campfires And Cocoa
Physical warmth creates warm social feelings
Field Notes: Boots, Jackets, Tents, And More
The latest word from our testers. This month, we test the Marmot Cauldro jacket, Gregory Z65 pack, Exped Andromeda, tents, Danner Formation boots, and more.
Natural Born Killers: Top Backcountry Dangers
Which is the bigger backcountry threat, grizzlies or flash floods? Find out what should scare you–and how to survive it–with BACKPACKER's Terror Index.
3 Ways To Save: Adventure Racing
Adventure racing isn't for those without high pain thresholds, but here's three ways to cut down on the inevitable hurt.
Green Scene: Eco-Friendly Wool
Learn how you can shop for ethical, eco-friendly wool to lighten your planetary load.
6 Sweet Backpacking Sleeping Bags
From ultra-warm to ultralight, here are the year's best-performing bags in every category.
Walking Bataan: The Hardest Miles
Survivors of the Bataan death march overcame one of history's most grueling walks. What kept them on their feet? and could you do the same? every year, more than 4,000 people hike through the New Mexico desert to find out.