Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Stoke 19
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
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.
Gregory Mountain Products Z22
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Jandd Mountaineering Mogen 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>.
Mammut Aspect 28
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 Expe 65
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
Vaude Tour 40
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
Black Diamond Black Diamond Bullet
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
Osprey Kestrel 48
This best all-around pack offers plenty of easy to access pockets and compartments, making organization a cinch.
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.
JanSport Tahoma
The Tahoma wins out as a high country favorite.
ALPS Mountaineering Denali 5500
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Bergans of Norway Hein 35
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
Millet Elevation 50
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
Bergans of Norway Helium 40
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Eagle Creek Twist 22
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
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.
Mountain Hardwear Koa 55
Reach for snacks and extra layers with ease while wearing Mountain Hardware's Koa 55 backpack.
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.
Bergans of Norway Viking LADY
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Millet Prolight 27
This pack moves with you.
Lafuma Kailas 60 + 10
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Eagle Creek W Truist 65L
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
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 Arizone Centro 27
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Deuter USA Futura Pro 34 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>.
Granite Gear Arete
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
ARC'TERYX Khazri 35
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
JanSport Air Vital
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
JanSport Equinox
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.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Lookout
Just $149 can buy you a great pack.
Lowe Alpine TREK PRO POD 17
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Backcountry Access Stash BC
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Kelty Pawnee
Kelty's practical Pawnee backpack offers heavy load comfort for a good price.
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
ARC'TERYX Bora 50
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
DEUTER USA Cruise 26SL
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.
Mystery Ranch Backpacks Sweet Pea
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
The North Face Solaris 35
This pack moves with you.
Bergans of Norway Rondane 55
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
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.
Lafuma Kailas 50 + 10
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Lowe Alpine TFX Ridge 65+15
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The North Face Prophet 45
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Jandd Mountaineering Mayim 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>.
The North Face El Lobo 65
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
Bergans of Norway Trollhetta 95
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
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.
Mammut Ice 45
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>.
Lowe Alpine TFX Cerro Torre 75+20
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The North Face W Crestone 60
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>.
ARC'TERYX Cierzo 18
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Osprey Variant 28
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Montbell North America Expedition Pack 80
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
ARC'TERYX Muira 50
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Mountainsmith Lily
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
Mountain Hardwear Iguana
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
Vaude Versametric Woman 60 + 10
Vaude created a simple, no-frills pack high on stability with the Versametric Ultralight 60+10.
Bergans of Norway Finnmark
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Lowe Alpine Crag Attack 40
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
ARC'TERYX Silo 40
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Kelty Course 82
A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Millet Prolight 45
This pack moves with you.
DEUTER USA Futura 24SL
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Gregory Mountain Products Z35-R
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Ultralight Adventure Equipment (ULA) Ohm
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
ARC'TERYX Blade 30
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Montbell North America Balance Light 40
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The North Face Spire 32
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
Vaude Fresco 18
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
Ultralight Adventure Equipment (ULA) Element
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
ARC'TERYX Bora 80
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Mountain Hardwear Intention 65
Reach for snacks and extra layers with ease while wearing Mountain Hardware's Koa 55 backpack.
Lowe Alpine Airzone 45
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.