Terra Nova Equipment Laser 35
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
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.
JanSport Wayfarer
The durable Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 45+10 backpack is full of handy pockets and bungees for the organized trekker.
The North Face Primero 85
This stable pack has tons of padding and support.
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.
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.
Millet Prolight 27
This pack moves with you.
Mountainsmith Hiker
The Tahoma wins out as a high country favorite. Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
Eagle Creek W Truist 65L
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
Lowe Alpine Airzone 35
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
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.
Mystery Ranch Backpacks MX Trance
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
Bergans of Norway Alpine Guide 50
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Backcountry Access Stash Rider
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
The North Face W Terra 40
This pack moves with you.
BOREAL HIKER
Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.
The North Face W Mejor 35
This pack moves with you.
Lowe Alpine Airzone Active 28
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The North Face W Akila 55
This pack moves with you.
Jandd Mountaineering Sufa 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>.
Millet Nanda 60 + 10
This pack moves with you.
The North Face Terra 40
This pack moves with you.
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.
Vaude Gomera 18
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Lafuma X Light 40+5
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Lowe Alpine Airzone Centro 35
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
The North Face Interval 30
This pack moves with you.
Osprey Kestrel 38
This best all-around pack offers plenty of easy to access pockets and compartments, making organization a cinch.
Lowe Alpine Airzone 45
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Deuter USA Futura 28
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.
Eagle Creek W Truist 55L
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
Lowe Alpine TFX Appalachian ND55+10
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
LL Bean L.L.Bean White Mountain Pack
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.
Mountain Hardwear Drifter
This all-purpose weekend pack is comfortable and light.
Montbell North America Landner Pack 30
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
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.
Osprey Ace 48
Don't worry, the updates to these tried-and-true packs are worthy.
Lafuma Mokka 30
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Vaude Cimone 55 + 8
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
Lowe Alpine EDGE 20
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Ultralight Adventure Equipment (ULA) Ohm
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
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.
Gregory Mountain Products Z65
For large loads and great support, check out the lightweight Gregory Z65 backpack.
Lafuma Mokka 30 LD
Scramble up anything with the North Face's climber-oriented Spire 40 backpack.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Flash 50
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
Bergans of Norway Hein 35
Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.
Mystery Ranch Backpacks G-7000
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.
LL Bean L.L.Bean Escape Pack
Here's high-performance proof that a big pack can have a small footprint.
DEUTER USA Futura 24SL
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.
Vaude Ultra Hiker 20
You won't find a better pack at a cheaper price than Vaude's Astra 55+10.
Montbell North America Cha Cha Pack 45
A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.
Lafuma Cinetik 20
For the price, the Lafuma Manang 65+20 packs a hard punch with superb padding and durability.
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.
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.
Mammut Mantra 50
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>.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Flash 65 Women's
Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.
Gregory Mountain Products Z20
A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends
Vaude Rock Ultralight Comfort 25
Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.