Lafuma Cinetik 20
For the price, the Lafuma Manang 65+20 packs a hard punch with superb padding and durability.
Backpacks
Backpacks
Find the best backpack for your next outdoor hiking adventure, whether it be a multi-day hike or only a day trip. Our expert gear testers have reviewed all the best backpacks on the market to help you decide.
Find the best backpack for your next outdoor hiking adventure, whether it be a multi-day hike or only a day trip. Our expert gear testers have reviewed all the best backpacks on the market to help you decide.
Lafuma Eco 40
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
ARC'TERYX Bora 50
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
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.
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.
Vaude Asymmetric 30
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
Lafuma Kerala 45
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Flash 50 Women's
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
Lowe Alpine TREK POD 17+5
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The Coleman Company, Inc. Livingston(TM) X50
Wenger's Zernez 50L pack has mountains of features including a built-in raincover and clear map flap.
Lowe Alpine Summit Attack Hyperlite 30
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Bergans of Norway Birken Duo
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
JanSport Revolt
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Granite Gear Stratus Access FZ 5500
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
The Coleman Company, Inc. Scurry(TM) X15
Wenger's Zernez 50L pack has mountains of features including a built-in raincover and clear map flap.
JanSport Klamath 75
Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.
Black Diamond Black Diamond Magnum
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
BOREAL TANZANIA
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 35+10
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Mountainsmith Youth Scout
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
Bergans of Norway Finnmark
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Vaude Wizard Air 24 + 4
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
ARC'TERYX Maia 75
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
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.
LL Bean L.L.Bean White Mountain Pack Youth
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
Lowe Alpine Attack MX 50+10
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The North Face Ion 20
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
Lafuma Naia 35
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Mountainsmith Boundary
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
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.
Granite Gear Vapor Trail
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Deuter USA Guide 30+ SL
If you want ultralight, look no further than Deuter's tough and roomy ACT Zero 60+10 pack.
Gregory Mountain Products Triconi 60
For large loads and great support, check out the lightweight Gregory Z65 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 Crag Attack 40
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Montbell North America Versalite Pack 35
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
ARC'TERYX Arro 22
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
LL Bean Continental Rucksack
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
GoLite Lite-Speed
This all-purpose weekend pack is comfortable and light. A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Gregory Mountain Products Z22
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
The North Face W Primero 65
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
Gregory Mountain Products Z55
This pack has total load transfer, comfort, and a conveniently laid-out packbag.
Lowe Alpine TFX Appalachian 75+15
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Ultralight Adventure Equipment (ULA) Circuit
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Deuter USA ACT Zero 60+10
If you want ultralight, look no further than Deuter's tough and roomy ACT Zero 60+10 pack.
Mammut Asana 35
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>.
Deuter USA Futura Pro 42
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.
Gossamer Gear Miniposa Ultralight Backpack
For the price, the Lafuma Manang 65+20 packs a hard punch with superb padding and durability.
The North Face Skareb 50
This pack moves with you.
Kelty Kitty Hawk W
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>.
ARC'TERYX Arro 16
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Lowe Alpine TT TOUR ND60
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Lafuma Naia 25
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Lowe Alpine Airzone 25
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The North Face Ligero 50
This pack moves with you.
ARC'TERYX Bora 95
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
JanSport Soloist
Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.
Mountain Laurel Designs ARK
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.
The Coleman Company, Inc. Pounce(TM) X15
Wenger's Zernez 50L pack has mountains of features including a built-in raincover and clear map flap.
Kelty Locus 40
A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Jandd Mountaineering Goliath Expedition
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 Brenta 26
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Vaude Bavella 40
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
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.
Lowe Alpine TFX Summit 65+15
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The North Face Angstrom 30
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
Deuter USA Futura Zero 40 SL
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>.
The North Face Ligero 35
This pack moves with you.
JanSport Access 40
This best all-around pack offers plenty of easy to access pockets and compartments, making organization a cinch.
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.
Osprey Argon 110
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
Vaude Asymmetric 50
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.