A highly stuffable, lightweight puffy jacket from REI.

Load up in comfort with this well-padded, heavy-duty pack from Mountainsmith.

Gear Editor Kristin Hostetter reviews the ski-specific, multi-day Ymir 55 pack from Sierra Designs

An easily adjustable pack for a comfortable fit.

Ski tester Crystal Sagan shows the Arc'teryx Quintic 28 backpack

Dennis Lewon shows you why the Mountainsmith Phoenix won this year's Green Award at the Outdoor Retailer Show in Salt Lake City.,See why this pack from Mountainsmith went home with our Editors' Choice Award.

From suspension to pockets, gear editor Kristin Hostetter details what to consider when shopping for a new pack.

A lightweight pack with best-in-class suspension for heavy loads.