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This all-purpose weekend pack is comfortable and light.

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

A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends

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

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

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.

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>.

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.

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.

Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.

A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.

This pack moves with you.

Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.

Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.

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

Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.

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

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

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

Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.

A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends

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

This pack moves with you.

Tough fabric, compact, and room to spare. What more could you want?

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

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

Just $149 can buy you a great pack.

Reach for snacks and extra layers with ease while wearing Mountain Hardware's Koa 55 backpack.

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

This pack moves with you.

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

A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.

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

Scramble around the trail with Granite Gear's ultralight and stable Vapor Flash backpack.

Got a big load to carry? Put it in this ultra-comfortable pack and forget about it.

A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends

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

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.

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

Don't worry, the updates to these tried-and-true packs are worthy.

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

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.

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.

Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.

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.

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

This pack moves with you.

A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.

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

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

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

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

For the price, the Lafuma Manang 65+20 packs a hard punch with superb padding and durability.

Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.

A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends

The ultralight Osprey Exos 58 backpack is high in stability and smart features.

Vaude created a simple, no-frills pack high on stability with the Versametric Ultralight 60+10.

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

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.

Strap on the comfortable Osprey Argon 85 pack for those long treks with heavy loads.

The ultralight Osprey Exos 58 backpack is high in stability and smart features.

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

The Millet Elevation 30 has everything you want in a pack&mdash;stabilty, support, and even wrist loops.

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

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

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

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

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

For large loads and great support, check out the lightweight Gregory Z65 backpack.

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

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

For large loads and great support, check out the lightweight Gregory Z65 backpack.