Mountain Hardwear Dihedral
A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Gear Reviews
Gear Reviews
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Find the best backpacking gear with help from our expert reviewers and gear testers at Backpacker. We review the best backpacking gear on the market, from sleeping bags, to cookware, to backpacks, to the best hiking boots, in the most rigorous trail conditions imaginable so you can find the perfect setup for all your adventures. At Backpacker, we take our responsibility to provide readers with fair and accurate gear advice seriously. When you make a purchase through our site, we may earn a commission.
Millet Prolight 27
This pack moves with you.
The North Face Terra 60
This pack moves with you.
Mountain Hardwear Agama
The customizable Intention 75 pack by Mountain Hardwear accommodates large loads and day hikes alike.
DEUTER USA Aircontact 60+10SL
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Osprey Jib 35
Don't worry, the updates to these tried-and-true packs are worthy.
ARC'TERYX Naos 70
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Traverse
Looking for a pack that's both wallet- and eco-friendly? You can't go wrong with the Traverse, from our <a href="https://www.backpacker.com/april_2009_table_of_contents_gear_guide_issue/articles/12859">2009 Gear Guide</a>.
High Sierra Sport Company Sentinel 65
Carry up to 100 ounces of hydration power with this comfortable daypack.
Vaude Accept 55 + 10 II
Vaude created a simple, no-frills pack high on stability with the Versametric Ultralight 60+10.
The North Face El Lobo 65
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
Backcountry Access Stash
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Eastern Mountain Sports Trail 50 W's
Run, climb or ski with the low profile Black Diamond RPM pack.
Lafuma Kerala 45 LD
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Osprey Atmos 65
This best all-around pack offers plenty of easy to access pockets and compartments, making organization a cinch.
Eagle Creek Truist 65:
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
Bergans of Norway Helium 55
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
Vaude Maremma 26
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Vaude Fresco 18
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
The Coleman Company, Inc. Chinkapin(TM) X65 WMS
Wenger's Zernez 50L pack has mountains of features including a built-in raincover and clear map flap.
JanSport Big Bear 63
Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.
DEUTER USA AC Lite 16
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Jandd Mountaineering Sufa Lite Packer
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>.
Millet Nanda 60 + 10
This pack moves with you.
ARC'TERYX Khamsin 40
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
LL Bean L.L.Bean White Mountain Pack
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
Osprey Stratos 24
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Kelty Acute 32-W
A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Bergans of Norway Trollhetta 95
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Mystery Ranch Backpacks MX Trance
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
Gregory Mountain Products Jade 50
This pack has total load transfer, comfort, and a conveniently laid-out packbag.
BOREAL DAKOTA
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
DEUTER USA Futura Zero 40SL
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
BOREAL KRONOS
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
The North Face Primero 60
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro ND25z
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Granite Gear Meridian Vapor
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Eagle Creek Truist 55L
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
Montbell North America Balance Light 40
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
GoLite Ion
This all-purpose weekend pack is comfortable and light.
Mountainsmith Circuit 3.0
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
The North Face Spire 32
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
Granite Gear Vapor Flash Ki
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
The North Face Megamouth
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
Black Diamond Black Diamond Bbee
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
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.
Lowe Alpine TFX Appalachian 65+15
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Osprey Argon 85
Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.
JanSport Klamath 68
Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.
JanSport Odyssey
This best all-around pack offers plenty of easy to access pockets and compartments, making organization a cinch.
Bergans of Norway Rondane 85
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Montbell North America Versalite Pack 50
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Mountain Hardwear Bebop
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
The North Face Primero 70
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
Lafuma Naia 35
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Osprey Argon 70
Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.
Granite Gear Alpine Vapor
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Gregory Mountain Products Z30
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Millet Odyssee 45
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
Millet Odyssee 50 + 10
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
ALPS Mountaineering Cascade 5200
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Montbell North America Alpine Pack 50
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Granite Gear Nimbus Access FZ 3800
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Lowe Alpine Airzone 35
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The Coleman Company, Inc. Plunge(TM) X35
Wenger's Zernez 50L pack has mountains of features including a built-in raincover and clear map flap.
Granite Gear Nimbus Latitude Ki
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Millet Odyssee 50 + 10 Lady
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
Granite Gear Nimbus Ozone
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Mammut Mantra 50
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>.
Vaude Asymmetric 30
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
Gossamer Gear Gorilla Ultralight Backpack
For the price, the Lafuma Manang 65+20 packs a hard punch with superb padding and durability.
Bergans of Norway Red Rock
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Stoke 19 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 40
This pack moves with you.
Black Diamond Black Diamond Flash
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
Gregory Mountain Products Deva 60
For large loads and great support, check out the lightweight Gregory Z65 backpack.
Vaude Tour 40
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
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.
ARC'TERYX Silo 30
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.