"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I reach for this pack when the plan is dawn-to-dusk movement and I need room for layers, water, and technical extras. It carries close to the body, stays comfortable under load, and the clamshell access makes...
Built for the most extreme day-trippers among us The North Face Phantom 38L Backpack holds all our gear without weighing us down. Whether it's an ice climbing expedition or all day hitting fresh backcountry powder we're never at a loss for gear with this...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Verge 32L Backpack is the perfect mix of adventure and practicality. It keeps my travel essentials organized with split-level storage, a padded laptop sleeve, and multiple stash pockets. The luggage pass-through...
A week of exhaustion on the trail is still better than a week at our desks, so we load up the Facet 55L Backpack for a lengthy outdoor escape. While we're hauling our gear up the trail, this pack's FreeFloat suspension tech makes the pack feel lighter...
When the approach to our days hike involved a slight pedal, we trust the Osprey Escapist 20 Bikepacking Backpack. This compact backpack is comfortable on and off the bike thanks to the BioStretch harness, durable recycled nylon face fabric, and LidLock...
For mountaineering and ice climbing adventures in the dead of winter, The North Face Cobra 65L will get us there and keep our gear organized for our fun-filled excursions. We like that this pack features semi-translucent fabric to help us see our gear...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I use the Futura 27 for everything from long day hikes to full-day travel days. It’s super breathable and fits like a glove thanks to the hip fins and adjustable straps. I especially love the bottom compartment—it...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This pack is perfect when I want to move light and quick but still carry the essentials. It fits close to the body like a running vest, so it doesn’t bounce around, and there’s plenty of space for poles, layers,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This backpack is perfect for everyday use and travel. It’s small but surprisingly spacious, fitting my essentials, including an 11-inch tablet. The anti-theft features—like the Roobar™ locking system and...
One of the most versatile packs in Osprey's collection, we like the ingeniously designed Osprey Daylite Plus Backpack because it is a roomy daypack that attaches to larger Osprey packs on longer adventures. The relatively compact, easy-carrying size lends...
When we need a little extra room and carrying strength, we load up Osprey's Ariel Plus 85 Backpack for our expedition into the backcountry. The extra beefy frame handles our heavier load with ease, allowing us to focus on the muddled path ahead. When...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve put the Southwest 55L through canyons, alpine passes, and plenty of bushwhacking, and it just keeps performing. The Dyneema fabric is ridiculously durable yet still lightweight, and the solid exterior...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been using the Skule 24L for everything—day hikes, travel, and work—and it’s one of the most versatile packs I’ve owned. The laptop sleeve doubles perfectly for a hydration bladder, and the back...
Our mid-sized alpine climbing pack that's ideal for in-a-push missions and ultralight one-bivy ascents, the Alpine Light™ 35 offers up durable, ultra-comfortable performance with just enough space for on-route essentials. Customizable straps and a strippable...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This pack is a dream for fastpacking and high-mileage days. The vest-style harness keeps the fit secure and comfortable, while the front storage pockets allow quick access to water and snacks on the move. The...
Lightweight and versatile, the MYSTERY RANCH Scree 33L Backpack lets us tackle everything from hiking to climbing and mountaineering. The 33-liter capacity can carry our cold weather gear or climbing gear for a day trip while the pack's aluminum frame...
When it comes to ice climbing in the alpine, the lighter the better, and we're hard-pressed to find a big pack lighter than Hyperlite Mountain Gear's 3400 Ice Backpack. This pack's 55L capacity has enough room for climbing big lines and spending weekends...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""Gregory's new FreeFloat system reduces fatigue, while the breathable back panel keeps me fresh. This pack is my go-to for multi-day trips.""The Gregory 68L Maven backpack merges intuitive design with cutting-edge...
Two-day summit bids and quick overnighters through desert canyons don't require a lot of gear, so we pack light and move fast with the Osprey Kestrel 48 Backpack. The Kestrel's LightWire frame and Airscape backpanel comfortably support loads up to 40...
The Grounds 22 Backpack is the ideal everyday pack to follow you throughout the workweek and on your weekend escapes. A compact 22-liter backpack, the Grounds roll-top closure lets you add volume when needed, with increased rain-proofness. The PFC-free...
Osprey's trusted outdoor durability meets urban functionality in the Quasar 26 Backpack. Made with a highly supportive back panel for a comfortable carry and plenty of internal and external pocket space to organize our travel or work belongings, the Quasar...
"Backcountry Gearhead® Recommendation: ""I use this pack for everything from biking to the office to quick weekend hikes. The lightweight recycled fabric holds up surprisingly well, and I love that the base is waterproof—it’s saved my gear from more...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The FreeFloat hipbelt on the Jade 43L is a game changer for longer days on trail — it moves with your hips instead of fighting them, so the miles add up without the usual lower-back fatigue. I also love the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This pack makes getting through a packed day easier. The Educated Backpack 30L has plenty of room for books, a laptop, and all the essentials. I like the external bungee storage for a jacket, and the zippered...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I use the Mission 25L for everything from quick tours to everyday carry. It’s got all the essentials—snow tool pocket, board carry, hydration compatibility—and the stowable waist belt keeps it low profile...