Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Venturi 30
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
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.
Vaude Gomera 18
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Millet Peuterey 30 LD Limited
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
Bergans of Norway Powerframe
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
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 Quiver
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
The North Face Terra 30
This pack moves with you.
Lowe Alpine TT DESTINATION 60
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Granite Gear Vapor Day
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Deuter USA Fox 30
Find out why this "near-perfect" daypack won Best All Around in our <a href="https://www.backpacker.com/april_2009_table_of_contents_gear_guide_issue/articles/12859">2009 Gear Guide</a>. Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Granite Gear Adventure Travel Pack
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Osprey Ariel 55
This best all-around pack offers plenty of easy to access pockets and compartments, making organization a cinch.
Lafuma Naia 25
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Osprey Talon 22
The ultralight Osprey Exos 58 backpack is high in stability and smart features.
Columbia Sportswear Company Trail Grinder Overnighter
Carry up to 100 ounces of hydration power with this comfortable daypack.
Bergans of Norway Backcountry Guide 32
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Osprey Stratos 40
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Bergans of Norway Telemark 60
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
ARC'TERYX Blade 30
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Terra Nova Equipment Laser 35
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Osprey Talon 44
The ultralight Osprey Exos 58 backpack is high in stability and smart features.
Vaude Versametric Ultralight 60 + 10
Vaude created a simple, no-frills pack high on stability with the Versametric Ultralight 60+10.
Lafuma Eco 40
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Venus
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
Eagle Creek Twist 22
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
Deuter USA Futura Zero 40
Find out why this "near-perfect" daypack won Best All Around in our <a href="https://www.backpacker.com/april_2009_table_of_contents_gear_guide_issue/articles/12859">2009 Gear Guide</a>.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Venturi 40
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
Millet Elevation 40
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
Mountain Hardwear Koa 35
A pack built for climbers.
Bergans of Norway Sport Alpin
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
JanSport Big Bear 82
Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.
The North Face W Akila 55
This pack moves with you.
Jandd Mountaineering Barad Backpack
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>.
Osprey Exos 46
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.
ARC'TERYX Miura 30
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Wenger Zernez 60L
Find out why this "near-perfect" daypack won Best All Around in our <a href="https://www.backpacker.com/april_2009_table_of_contents_gear_guide_issue/articles/12859">2009 Gear Guide</a>.
Osprey Xenon 70
For the price, the Lafuma Manang 65+20 packs a hard punch with superb padding and durability.
DEUTER USA Futura Vario 50+10
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Gregory Mountain Products Deva 70
For large loads and great support, check out the lightweight Gregory Z65 backpack.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Flash 50 Women's
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
Osprey Kestrel 32
This best all-around pack offers plenty of easy to access pockets and compartments, making organization a cinch.
Granite Gear Stratus Flatbed
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Ultralight Adventure Equipment (ULA) Ohm
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Osprey Ariel 65
Don't worry, the updates to these tried-and-true packs are worthy.
Gossamer Gear G4 Ultralight Backpack
For the price, the Lafuma Manang 65+20 packs a hard punch with superb padding and durability.
Lowe Alpine TT TRAVELLER 60
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
BOREAL RAMBLA
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Millet Elevation 30
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
Lowe Alpine Sirocco Hyperlite ND60+10
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Millet Nanda 70 + 10
This pack moves with you.
Mountain Hardwear Intention 65
Reach for snacks and extra layers with ease while wearing Mountain Hardware's Koa 55 backpack.
ALPS Mountaineering Red Tail
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Kelty Kitty Hawk
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>.
GoLite Odyssey
This all-purpose weekend pack is comfortable and light. A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Mountainsmith Phoenix
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
DEUTER USA Aircontact Zero 55+10SL
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Backcountry Access Stash BC
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Mountainsmith Solstice 45
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
Lowe Alpine Mountain Attack Pro 35+10
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Mammut Brava 25
Run, climb or ski with the low profile Black Diamond RPM pack.
DEUTER USA EH Guide
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Lafuma Hiko 15
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Osprey Aether 60
Don't worry, the updates to these tried-and-true packs are worthy.
Deuter USA ACT Zero 60+10
If you want ultralight, look no further than Deuter's tough and roomy ACT Zero 60+10 pack.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Trail
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>.
The North Face W Impulse 25
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
ALPS Mountaineering Orizaba
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Gregory Mountain Products Wasatch
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Bergans of Norway Finnmark
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Lowe Alpine TFX Appalachian ND55+10
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The Coleman Company, Inc. Traipse(TM) X45
Wenger's Zernez 50L pack has mountains of features including a built-in raincover and clear map flap.
Mystery Ranch Backpacks Glacier
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
The North Face Skareb 65
This pack moves with you.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Pinnacle Women's
Just $149 can buy you a great pack.
Osprey Atmos 35
This best all-around pack offers plenty of easy to access pockets and compartments, making organization a cinch.
Lowe Alpine TREK POD 20
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The North Face Terra 40
This pack moves with you.
Gregory Mountain Products Jade 20
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Mountain Hardwear Koa 55
Reach for snacks and extra layers with ease while wearing Mountain Hardware's Koa 55 backpack.
Deuter USA ACT Zero 55+10 SL
If you want ultralight, look no further than Deuter's tough and roomy ACT Zero 60+10 pack.