Backpacks

Looking for a pack that's both wallet- and eco-friendly? You can't go wrong with the Traverse, from our 2009 Gear Guide.

This pack from our 2009 Gear Guide won't buckle under even the heaviest loads.

This top ultralight from our 2009 Gear Guide is perfect for hikers who need to travel light, fast, and far.

Find out why this "near-perfect" daypack won Best All Around in our 2009 Gear Guide.

We tested more than 500 products–stoves, clothes, cameras, filters, tech tools, knives, and meals–to find these proven performers.

This climbing-oriented bag has a huge capacity with few add-ons.

Traveling heavy? Transport–and protect–your cargo in these globe-tested bags.

For a rough day on the trail, wear Patagonia's stable Scramble 35 daypack.

The North Face Base Camp Series duffel is reliable through the worst dragging, zipper-yanking and rain.

Durable and lightweight, the Granite Gear Ultraflight 115 will keep you rolling.

Use and abuse the tough Mountain Hardware Juggernaut Series luggage.

Want a personal shopping assistant? Gear editor Kristin Hostetter has you covered. In these video guides, she'll show you how to pick the backpack and sleeping bag that's right for you.

Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.

Run, climb or ski with the low profile Black Diamond RPM pack.

Run, climb or ski with the low profile Black Diamond RPM pack.

Take Black Diamond's practical Predator 50 with you on any trail, anytime.

I'm organizing my first group trip. Can I rent gear for newbies who may not be ready to buy?

A sudden swim in a glacier-fed river nearly finishes a ranger.

Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.

Run, climb or ski with the low profile Black Diamond RPM pack.

Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.

Carry up to 100 ounces of hydration power with this comfortable daypack.

A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends

Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.

Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.

A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort

Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.

The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.

Wenger's Zernez 50L pack has mountains of features including a built-in raincover and clear map flap.

Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.

If you want ultralight, look no further than Deuter's tough and roomy ACT Zero 60+10 pack.

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>.

This pack has total load transfer, comfort, and a conveniently laid-out packbag.

Great for family camping trips, this pack has plenty of useful features that everyone in the family can enjoy.

A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort

Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.

Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.

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>.

With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.

A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort

Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.

The Tahoma wins out as a high country favorite.

Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.

This all-purpose weekend pack is comfortable and light.

Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.

A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort

Bring along your winter toys&mdash; L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.

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>.

This pack moves with you.

Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.

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>.

This best all-around pack offers plenty of easy to access pockets and compartments, making organization a cinch.

A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.

You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.

This pack moves with you.

A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends

Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.

Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.

Carry up to 100 ounces of hydration power with this comfortable daypack.

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>.

Bring along your winter toys&mdash; L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.

Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.

Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.

Kelty's practical Pawnee backpack offers heavy load comfort for a good price.

This pack moves with you.

Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.

A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.

Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight&ndash;and ultra cheap&ndash;Alpha 25 backpack.

A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends

A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.