ARC'TERYX Arrakis 65
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
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.
Deuter USA Aircontact 55+10
Great for family camping trips, this pack has plenty of useful features that everyone in the family can enjoy. Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Granite Gear Meridian Vapor
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
ARC'TERYX Muira 50
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Mountainsmith Solstice 45
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
Mammut Brava 25
Run, climb or ski with the low profile Black Diamond RPM pack.
Kelty Arch 65
A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Mountain Hardwear South Col
A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Bergans of Norway Birkebeiner
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Ridgeline 65
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
Vaude Cross Ultralight Comfort 35
The Vaude Cross Ultralight Comfort 35 is the ideal lightweight bargain pack for dayhikes or weeklong treks.
Gregory Mountain Products Deva 60
For large loads and great support, check out the lightweight Gregory Z65 backpack.
Bergans of Norway Rask 60
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
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>.
Lafuma Hiko 15
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Vaude Soft Rock 32 + 8
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
DEUTER USA Aircontact Lite 40+10
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Bergans of Norway Trollhetta 75 LADY
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Mammut Flight 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>.
Kelty Locus 40-W
A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort
Terra Nova Equipment Laser 20
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
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.
Backcountry Access Stash BC
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Gregory Mountain Products Jade 35
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.
ARC'TERYX Blade 15
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
The North Face W Ray 20
The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack—stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.
Backcountry Access Stash BC Rider
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
ARC'TERYX Bora 35
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Vaude Tour 40
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
Montbell North America Expedition Pack 80
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Bergans of Norway Alpinist Escape
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
GoLite Pinnacle
Reach for snacks and extra layers with ease while wearing Mountain Hardware's Koa 55 backpack.
ARC'TERYX Naos 45
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
High Sierra Sport Company Summit 45
Carry up to 100 ounces of hydration power with this comfortable daypack.
LL Bean Bigelow Day Pack Women's
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
High Sierra Sport Company Sentinel 65
Carry up to 100 ounces of hydration power with this comfortable daypack.
Eastern Mountain Sports Habitat 80
Run, climb or ski with the low profile Black Diamond RPM pack.
LL Bean L.L.Bean Mountain Guide Pack
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
Gregory Mountain Products Z30
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Lowe Alpine Alpine Ascent Pro ND35+10
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The Coleman Company, Inc. Kwanzan(TM) X40
Wenger's Zernez 50L pack has mountains of features including a built-in raincover and clear map flap.
Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro ND35
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Lowe Alpine TREK IT 27
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Montbell North America Expedition Pack 65
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Vaude Versametric Proof 65 + 10
Vaude created a simple, no-frills pack high on stability with the Versametric Ultralight 60+10.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Lookout Women's
Just $149 can buy you a great pack.
Mountain Hardwear SuperNatural 40
Reach for snacks and extra layers with ease while wearing Mountain Hardware's Koa 55 backpack.
DEUTER USA Guide 45+
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
The North Face Youth Terra 55
This pack moves with you.
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.
Bergans of Norway Viking II
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Columbia Sportswear Company Trail Grinder Overnighter
Carry up to 100 ounces of hydration power with this comfortable daypack.
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.
Jandd Mountaineering Selah Approach 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>.
Gregory Mountain Products Deva 70
For large loads and great support, check out the lightweight Gregory Z65 backpack.
Gregory Mountain Products Rufous
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Vaude Tec Rock 32
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Eastern Mountain Sports Trail 30
Run, climb or ski with the low profile Black Diamond RPM pack.
Millet Nanda 70 + 10
This pack moves with you.
Mountain Hardwear SuperScrambler
This all-purpose weekend pack is comfortable and light.
LL Bean Stowaway Daypack
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
Bergans of Norway Rondane 65
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
Bergans of Norway Telemark 45
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
BOREAL STONE
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
Millet Trek Lite 60 +10
This pack moves with you.
ARC'TERYX Cierzo 18
With removable support, the Arc'teryx Khazri 55 backpack lets you choose between stability or a lighter load.
Lowe Alpine TT CARRY-ON 40
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.
Lafuma Droite 23
For the price, the Lafuma Manang 65+20 packs a hard punch with superb padding and durability.
DEUTER USA Aircontact Zero 60+10
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Pinnacle
Just $149 can buy you a great pack.
Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
Vaude Expedition Rock 55 + 10
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.
Gregory Mountain Products Baltoro 70
Got a big load to carry? Put it in this ultra-comfortable pack and forget about it.