Gear Guide 2011: Backpacks
Whether you're loading for a local dayhike, a weekend in the wilderness, or a once-in-a-lifetime thru-hike, this year's class of packs redefines comfort.
Daypacks
Women’s Pick: Osprey Sirrus 24 Women’s
Little Big Pack: Deuter Speed Lite 15
Crag Pack: Black Diamond Axis 33
Most Versatile: Mammut Creon Light 32
Best Hydration Pack: CamelBak Highwire 25
Weekend Packs
Toughest: Lowe Alpine Alpine Attack 45
Most Versatile: Granite Gear Nimbus Trace 62
Best Ultralight: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Windrider
Editors’ Choice Update: Gregory Baltoro 65
Killer Deal: REI Passage 65
Best Organization: Sierra Designs Revival 65/Jubilee 65
Editors’ Choice Winner: Granite Gear Blaze AC 60
Weeklong Packs
Killer Deal: High Peak Everest 75+10
Best Fit: Mountain Hardwear Molimo 70
Tough and Weatherproof: The North Face Zealot 70
Big and Light: MontBell Super Expedition 90
Big-load Peakbagger: Black Diamond Mission 75
Best All-Around: GoLite Terrono 70