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

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

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

A convertible travel pack that can carry big loads.

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.

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.

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

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

Just $149 can buy you a great pack.

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

The customizable Intention 75 pack by Mountain Hardwear accommodates large loads and day hikes alike.

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

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

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.

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

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>.

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

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.

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

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

This pack from our <a href="https://www.backpacker.com/april_2009_table_of_contents_gear_guide_issue/articles/12859">2009 Gear Guide</a> won't buckle under even the heaviest loads.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.

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.

Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight 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>.

This pack moves with you.

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

A single compartment backpack that hauls big loads. Don't judge a pack by its price: this pack's a loaded bargain.

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

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

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

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

This stable pack has tons of padding and support.

A 60-liter ultralight frameless rucksack perfect for long weekends

A pack built for climbers.

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

This pack moves with you.

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.

Want a one-pack quiver? Get this versatile lightweight.

This pack moves with you.

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

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

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

Light weight and load-bearing: Try this clean-design, ultralight pack.

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

This pack moves with you.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A 100-liter pack that provides excellent load transfer and customlike comfort

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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