Backpacks
March 9, 2010
Salomon XA 20 Backpack
Technology meets convenience in the Salomon XA 20 Backpack. Equipped with the Airvent Agility system, the XA 20 is the perfect fit for short camping and backpacking adventures, thanks to its adjustable sternum strap and Lite shoulder straps. Lightweight and high performance, this Salomon backpack holds up to 20L and comes with an intuitive 4D pole holder. Other features include a quick fit belt, bladder compartment, mesh pockets, front pocket, custom system, gear carrier, waterproof zippers, water evacuation bottom eyelets and compression straps. The XA 20 retails for $70. Salomon.
March 2, 2010
Deuter Futura 28 Backpack
One of Deuter’s most popular Aircomfort hiking packs, the Futura 28 Backpack now comes with a list of new improvements. To ensure that you have the perfect day hiking, the Futura 28 comes equipped with an updated back system and design. Able to carry 20 lbs., this Deuter backpack has plenty of room for all your essentials, and it’s hydration compatible so you’ll never be left parched. Other features include ice axe loops, compression and stabilizer straps, divided main compartment, side mesh pockets, integrated rain cover and front stash pocket. The Futura 28 retails for $115. Deuter.
February 18, 2010
Gregory Inyo 35 Backpack
Equipped with everything you need for a jaunt in the great outdoors, the Gregory Inyo 35 Backpack has plenty of space, pockets and attachment points to haul all of the gear. Sporting Fusion LTS Suspension, the Inyo 35 comes with a women specific harness, waistbelt and molded foam backpanel for the ultimate in comfort. To make accessing what you’ve brought along easy, this Gregory backpack’s separating skirt has a zipper that goes down the whole side of the pack. Other features include a gear loop and zippered pocket on waistbelt, dual side mesh water bottle pockets, adjustable ice axe/trekking pole loops, dual hydration ports and interior reservoir sleeve and top lid with key clip and interior map pocket. The Inyo 35 retails for $145. Gregory.
February 12, 2010
Haglofs Oxo 750 Backpack
There won’t be much to leave behind if you put everything you need in the Haglofs Oxo 750 Backpack. Fully-loaded and ready to join you on your next trekking adventure, the Oxo 750 can hold 75 liters of equipment and gear, and thanks to its WA suspension system, is comfortable to carry. This Haglofs backpack comes with variable adjustment so it fits perfectly to your back, and its large front opening with zipper gives you easy access to what you need. Other features includes expandable side pockets with water resistant zips, sleeping bag compartment with inner compression straps, divisible main compartment, integrated and removable rain cover and floating top lid with several storage pockets. Haglofs.
February 5, 2010
Granite Gear Virga Backpack
Lose the weight without sacrificing space with the Granite Gear Virga Backpack. Tipping the scales at 1lbs 3oz, the Virga eliminates everything that adds weight without adding to the comfort. For durability, this Granite Gear backpack is made with a nylon shell, and padded shoulder straps and an adjustable webbing hip belt offers you plenty of support. There’s even room for your sleeping pad – simply drop in a rolled pad, let it uncoil on its own, and pack your gear inside the roll. The Virga is hydration compatible and comes with an optional lid. Get hiking for $110. Granite Gear.
November 24, 2009
Best Day Hiking Backpack - Black Diamond Nitro Pack
A best day hiking backpack like this Black Diamond Nitro Pack is designed for quick day trips along favorite trails or off-trail scrambles. This best day hiking backpack is Nitro's most nimble, simple, lightweight technical daypack and one of the most modestly priced. The Black Diamond Nitro pack is constructed of 210-denier ripstop nylon and 400-denier nylon twill for excellent durability and weight savings. Black Diamond Equipment.
Campist Review:
As avid hikers we had the opportunity to take this bag out on a trail at our local forest preserve. The bag comes in charcoal or red clay colors and we got later, which boasts high visibility and sporty style. Built with Nitro's innovative reACTIV suspension system, the Black Diamond Nitro Pack features a built-in, lightweight aluminum frame, 3-dimensionally moving hipbelt, and shoulder straps that are linked together at the bottom to evenly distribute weight. While the OpenAir back panel and soft, breathable 3D mesh on the hipbelt and shoulder straps offers robust support and comfort. So after hiking with this pack for about 2 hours our backs felt good and where only slightly sweaty, even though we packed it full and included a small picnic of food and beverage. A hydration-compatible pack, the Internal hydration sleeve holds a reservoir (sold separately) so you can hydrate on the go. The Nitro also has a zippered front panel opening for easy access to bulky items and a front stash pocket for rainwear or quick layers. This feature came in handy since when I needed to stash my wet jacket and didn't want to soak the items inside. Other cool features include a hipbelt pocket, front compression stretch pocket and side stretch pockets which provides great storage for water bottles, cell phones, iPods, snacks etc. The bag also has tool loops and compression straps that can accommodate trekking poles or an ice axe. Best of all the bag is fairly lightweight and weighs in at 2 lbs. 1 oz. Buy this Black Diamond Nitro Pack for a price of $100.
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October 16, 2009
Kelty Slider 65 Backpack
Escape the city and disappear for a weekend with everything you need loaded into the Kelty Slider 65 Backpack. Outfitted with load compression straps, load-lifter straps and belt stabilizers, the Slider 65 stays put, while its breathable shoulder straps, hip-belt and back panel make sure your back stays dry on the hike through the trails. Organization is important, and that’s why this Kelty backpack comes equipped with pockets the hold your gear, as well as a sleeping bag compartment and a hydration sleeve. The Slider 65 sells for $229.95. Kelty.
October 7, 2009
Coleman Chinkapin X 65 Backpack
Over the hills and through the snow – the Coleman Chinkapin X 65 Backpack will follow right behind you! Able to haul 65L of your stuff, the Chinkapin X 65 weights in at 4lbs. 2 oz., so you have less weight to carry when it counts. This top loading, internal frame Coleman backpack’s harness system easily adjusts to your torso, and its top lid converts into a lumbar pack when needed. Plus, its silicone treated nylon diamond ripstop provides this backpack with amazing water repellency and helps it stand tough against shedding. Other features include a front kangaroo pocket, four large external side pockets, waterproof zippers, ice axe loops, four additional lash points, map pocket and separate sleeping bag compartment. Haul one away for $129.99. Coleman.
September 23, 2009
Crumpler Bumper Issue Hydration Pack
For biking and hiking, the Crumpler Bumper Issue Hydration Pack is built for performance. Sporting bright colors and clean lines, the Bumper Issue is cut narrow for a perfect fit. Outfitted with a 70-ounce hydration reservoir that fits in a sleeve, this Crumpler hydration pack’s 1,400-cubic-inch pack has a water-resistant shell for those wet days on the trail. Other handy features include internal pockets, exterior straps, mesh bound internal front compartment, dual zippered front pocket, reflective clips and adjustable front chest strap. Strap one on for $95. Crumpler.
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September 9, 2009
Mountainsmith Boundary Backpack
If you like to push boundaries when it comes to exploring the outdoors, then you’d better get the Mountainsmith Boundary Backpack. Able to carry 75 liters of gear, Boundary allows you to move quickly and easily through the wilderness. Equipped with a divided sleeping bag compartment, a molded back panel and made from recycled materials, this Mountainsmith backpack is hydration compatible, thanks to with dual exit ports. Since comfort is key, the Boundary comes with four load adjusters for load dispersion, a pivoting waist belt with dual density foam and independently adjustable shoulder straps. Other features include a detachable lid that converts into a lumbar, single ice axe loop, sleeping pad compression straps and zippered side pockets with pass thru sleeves. Mountainsmith.
August 21, 2009
Arc’Teryx Arrakis 50 Backpack
The Arc’Teryx Arrakis 50 Backback has got your gear covered – no matter what the weather. Great for ski trips or climbing, the Arrakis is a weather resistant multi-sport pack that’s strong and durable. If you need more room, that’s no problem – this Arc’Teryx backpack’s dual stage RollTop closure can extend for an added 10 liters of volume. Comfort, agility and stability are covered off by its pivoting hipbelt with Load Transfer Disc, and its customizable Lash Ladder systems lets you carry skis and boards, ropes and camping gear. Other features include a full length side zip, radially formed shoulder straps, hydration bladder sleeve and kangaroo pocket with drain hole. Strap one onto your back for $450. Arc’Teryx.
August 14, 2009
GoLite Peak Backpack 2010
When you’ve got to go as light as possible, you should go with the GoLite Peak Backpack 2010. Weighing in a 1-pound, 11-ounces, the Peak comes in a variety of sizes so you can find your perfect fit, and can hold anywhere from 36 to 40 liters of gear. Helping to cut unnecessary weight is this Golite backpack’s Convertabelt detachable hip belt that offers support and stability when you want it, as well as a detachable back pad. Other features include zippered pockets, water bottle and trekking pole pockets, ice axe loops and a hydration bladder sleeve. The Peak will hit stores in February 2010 and retail for around $125. GoLite.
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August 5, 2009
REI Flash 65 Backpack
Go light without sacrificing comfort when you put on the REI Flash 65 Backpack. Sporting versatile features and a comfortable suspension, the Flash 65 comes with a removable framesheet, stays and top lid so you can create a minimalist configuration, weighing in at just 2 pounds. Offering day-long comfort, this REI backpack’s hipbelt is precurved so it fits naturally and evenly distributes the load, while its dual-density padded shoulder straps deliver stability. Other features include an over-the-top compression strap, hydration sleeve and hanging clips, quick-release bottom straps and catch-all front pocket. The Flash 65 sells for $149. REI.
July 29, 2009
High Sierra Soaker 70 Hydration Pack
Feeling a little thirsty on the dusty trail? Then take a giant swig from the High Sierra Soaker 70 Hydration Pack. Ideal for day-long hiking excursions or a weekend trip in the back country, the Soaker 70 makes sure you’ve got enough water to last you to the very end. Able to carry a 2-liter water reservoir in its large main compartment, this High Sierra hydration pack also features room for other essentials, such as your helmet, MP3 player and other gear you may need along the way. To refill your liquid supply, it has an easy-access reservoir opening that can fit most brands of water filters, as well as a hands-free reservoir pressure valve. For carrying comfort, the Soaker 70 comes equipped with Vapel mesh Airflow padded back and adjustable shoulder straps, and an adjustable waist belt that secures the pack. Get one for $70. High Sierra.
July 20, 2009
North Face Patrol 35 Backpack
Load it up and lug it around in the North Face Patrol 35 Backpack. Full featured and rugged, the Patrol 35 is great for a wide variety of outdoor activities – camping, skiing, snowboarding and hiking, just to name a few. This North Face backpack lets you strap your skis or board either diagonally or parallel to each other on each side of the pack, thanks to Hypalon-reinforced webbing. Fitted with large compartments, there’s plenty of room for rations and clothing, and its X-2 Suspension system ensures it’ll be comfortable to wear – even if you’re in it for the long haul! Other features include the Fly-trap attachment system, padded waist belt with small zip camera pocket and gear loop, and zip hood style pocket with zip secure mesh pocket and key clip. Sling one onto your back for $149. North Face Equipment.
