Backcountry Edge

A long-time favorite among AT thru-hikers and fast-and-light backpackers, the Atmos 50 combines both durability and lightweight performance. A redesigned harness and adjustable hipbelt now provide even better comfort and fit.

Updated for 2013! The versatile Kelty Redwing 50 is big enough for a day-and-a-half of backcountry hiking and streamlined enough for use as an around-town day pack. A host of functional features make the Redwing 50 a do-it-all pack.

New for 2013! Many lightweight packs skimp on support features and achieve weight-savings by sacrificing on carrying comfort. The minimalist Mountainsmith Haze 50 weighs less than 2 pounds but still boasts a surprisingly supportive suspension system.

The Kelty Yukon external frame pack is the classic scout backpack. Sized between a youth pack and standard "adult" packs, the Yukon offers adjustability to cover a wide range of torso sizes and provides rugged, reliable performance.

New colors! The high-performance Gregory Jade 40 Women’s pack gives female hikers a versatile option for day hiking or ultra-lightweight overnighters. Despite its lightweight design, the Jade 40 Women’s pack comfortably carries up to 40 pounds!

The Gregory Savant 48 combines an innovative suspension with convenient access points to offer performance at an affordable price. At right around 3000 cubic inches in capacity, the Savant 48 is ideal for weekend trips or overnighters.

New for 2013! Delivering youth-friendly fit and adult-sized performance, the Gregory Wander 50 Youth backpack caters to growing adventurers, offering maximum fit adjustability, load-hauling capability and over 3000 cubic inches of storage capacity.

Catering to adventurers seeking value-packed versatility, the Osprey Farpoint 55 pack combines travel-friendly and trail-worthy features. The Farpoint 55 delivers load-carrying capability and over 3000 cubic inches of storage capacity.

Offering performance at an affordable price, the Gregory Sage 45 Women’s backpack combines an innovative suspension with convenient access. With a streamlined capacity (2700+ cu in), the pack is ideal for weekend trips or overnighters.

Built to offer young backpackers high-performance rarely found in junior packs, the Ace 48 Youth borrows the design features found throughout Osprey’s pack line. The fully adjustable Ace 48 Youth grows with your young adventurer.

Ideal for dayhiking or fast-and-light multi-day backpacking, the Osprey Talon 44 is sleek and functional. Weighing less than 3 pounds, the Talon 44 is still capable of comfortably carrying loads of up to 40 pounds.

New colors! The high-performance Gregory Jade 38 Women’s pack gives female hikers a versatile option for day hiking or ultra-lightweight overnight trips. Despite its lightweight design, the Jade 38 Women’s pack carries up to 35 pounds.

Ideal for a full day of hiking or fast-packing overnights, the sleek, top-loading Osprey Stratos 36 combines carrying comfort, ventilation and organizational features for technical performance.

Updated for 2013! Designed to travel fast-and-light without sacrificing fit and comfort, the award-winning Deuter ACT Zero 45+15 SL Women's pack boasts a supportive load-hauling suspension system while weighing only 3 lbs 5 oz.

With a total focus on super lightweight construction, the award-winning Osprey Exos 46 offers stripped down performance for fast-and-light thru-hikes and weekend trips. Despite weighing less than 2.5 lbs, the Exos 46 comfortably carries up to 30 lbs.

Boasting a ventilated, high-performance suspension system, torso length adjustability and a long list of features, the Deuter Futura 45+10 Vario SL Women’s pack is well-equipped for weekend and multi-day backpacking trips.

New color for 2013! Delivering "adult" performance for young backpackers, the Deuter Fox 40 Youth internal frame pack is built for backcountry adventure. A capacity of 2440 cubic inches equips the Fox 40 Youth pack for long day hikes or overnight trips.

The top-loading Gregory Z35 strikes a balance between weight and performance. High-tenacity fabrics and an innovative suspension system keep the Z35’s weight low while allowing you to carry up to 35 pounds of gear.

An innovative, lightweight offering for technical day hiking or fast-and-light overnights, the Mammut Creon Light 45 offers 2746 cubic inches of storage capacity, load-carrying capability, a unique ventilation system and an array of features.

The Deuter ACT Lite 45+10 SL Women’s pack provides female backpackers with 3350 cubic inches of storage capacity at a weight of just 3 lb 5 oz. A streamlined design versatility for long day hikes or multi-day backpacking trips.

Boasting a stable, well-ventilated suspension system, innovative access and organizational features and a sleek profile, the Kelty Rally 45 offers versatile performance for day hiking, overnighters or lightweight weekend backpacking.

Boasting a stable, well-ventilated suspension, innovative access and organizational features and a sleek profile, the Kelty Rally 45 Women’s pack offers versatile performance for day hiking, overnights or lightweight weekend backpacking.

A durable, feature-rich day pack or climbing pack, the versatile Mountainsmith Phantom 40 has a breathable, load-hauling (up to 35 lbs) suspension system and convenient panel-loading organizational features.

Combining women's-specific design features and a performance-enhancing suspension system, the Deuter Futura Pro 34 SL Women's backpack is made for female dayhikers and overnight backpackers.

New Color! Balancing weight (3 lb, 8 oz) and performance, the Deuter ACT Lite 50+10 provides backpackers with 3650 cubic inches of storage capacity and carrying comfort. The versatile pack tackles everything from overnighters to multi-day adventures.

Ideal for long day hikes or lightweight overnighters, the Osprey Kestrel 38 balances weight, features, price and performance. A supportive suspension enables the pack to comfortably carry loads of up to 35 pounds!

An innovative, lightweight offering for technical day hiking or fast-and-light overnights, the Mammut Crea Light 40 Women’s pack offers 2441 cubic inches of storage, load-carrying capability, a unique ventilation system and an array of features.

Equipped with fit adjustability, durability and load-hauling (up to 45 lbs) capability, the versatile Mountainsmith Ghost 50 internal frame pack offers premium backcountry and top of the mountain performance.

Updated for 2013! Ideal for long day hikes or lightweight overnights, the Kelty Lakota Junior internal frame backpack delivers adult performance youth-friendly dimensions. The Lakota Junior offers an impressive combination of durability and affordability.

New for 2013! With a streamlined profile, ample storage capacity (3051 cu in), a broad range of adjustability and an affordable price, the Osprey Viva 50 Women’s pack is ideal for value-conscious backpackers in need of reliable lightweight performance.

Ideal for long day hikes or overnighters, the Osprey Kestrel 48 balances weight, storage capacity (2500+ cu in), features, price and performance. A lightweight, supportive suspension enables the pack to comfortably carry loads of up to 40 pounds!

New for 2013! Ideal for long day hikes or overnight trips, the Osprey Kyte 36 Women’s backpack balances weight, features, price and performance. A lightweight, supportive suspension enables the pack to comfortably carry loads of up to 40 pounds!

A favorite among female AT thru-hikers and fast-and-light backpackers, the Osprey Aura 50 Women's pack combines durability, storage capacity (2800+) and lightweight performance. Adjustable harnesses and hipbelt ensure a proper, comfortable fit.

Updated for 2013! Designed to travel fast-and-light without sacrificing fit and comfort, the award-winning Deuter ACT Zero 50+15 backpack boasts a supportive load-hauling suspension system while weighing only 3 pounds, 7 ounces.

An ultra-lightweight backpacking or day hiking option, the award-winning Buttermilks 40 offers streamlined functionality. The top-loading pack weighs less than 3 pounds and can be reduced to just 1 pound, 15 ounces by removing the framesheet.

The streamlined Lowe Alpine AirZone Pro 45:55 pack offers lightweight performance for overnight adventures or lightweight backpacking trips. An innovative suspension system maximizes airflow and enables the pack to carry loads of up to 33 pounds.

The streamlined Lowe Alpine AirZone Pro ND 33:40 Women’s pack offers lightweight performance for day hiking or lightweight overnight backpacking. An innovative suspension system maximizes airflow and enables the pack to carry loads of up to 33 pounds.

An ultra-lightweight backpacking or day hiking option, the award-winning Buttermilks 40 Women’s pack offers streamlined functionality. The top-loading pack weighs less than 3 pounds and can be reduced less than 2 pounds by removing the framesheet.

The Sierra Designs Ministry 40 backpack effectively balances weight, carrying capability and performance. A host of climb-friendly features make the Ministry 40 an excellent option for rock climbing, ice climbing or ski mountaineering.

Boasting a performance-enhancing back ventilation system, 2550 cubic inches of storage capacity, excellent suspension and a long list of features, the Deuter Futura Pro 42 pack is equipped for dayhiking or overnight backcountry trips.