Backcountry Edge

A revamped incarnation of the award-winning Vapor Trail, the ultra-lightweight Granite Gear Crown V.C. 60 sports an innovative lightweight suspension and trail-friendly organizational features at a weight of just over 2 pounds!

The award-winning Granite Gear Blaze AC 60 comfortably hauls 35 pounds of gear while weighing less than 3 lbs. An ideal balance of weight and performance, the Blaze AC 60 is sure to appeal to ounce-counting backpackers and thru-hikers.

New colors! Striking a balance between weight and durability, the Gregory Z65 backpack is a versatile option for weekend trips or ultra-lightweight multi-day backpacking trips. Despite its lightweight design, it comfortably carries up to 45 pounds!

New colors! The high-performance Gregory Z55 backpack employs lightweight, high-tenacity fabrics and an innovative, streamlined suspension system to comfortably carry weight (up to 40 lbs) without the bulk and burden of a full-blown expedition pack.

A long-time favorite among AT thru-hikers and fast-and-light backpackers, the Atmos 65 combines both durability and lightweight performance. A redesigned harness and adjustable hipbelt now provide even better comfort and fit.

Updated for 2013! The Osprey Aether 70 strikes an excellent balance between weight and load-bearing performance. Ideal for multi-day backpacking trips, the Aether 70 offers 4000+ cubic inches of storage capacity and comfortably carries up to 60 pounds!

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.

Updated for 2013! Perfect for multi-day adventures, the Mountainsmith Lariat 65 internal frame backpack offers a detachable summit pack, numerous gear attachment points, and 4760 cu in of storage space for backcountry travel.

A favorite among female AT thru-hikers and fast-and-light backpackers, the Osprey Aura 65 Women's pack combines durability and lightweight performance. A redesigned harness and adjustable hipbelt now provide even better comfort and fit.

With an array of features and a German-engineered suspension system, the Deuter Aircontact 60+10 SL Women’s pack is built for the backcountry. A storage capacity of up to 4260 cubic inches is ideal for multi-day hiking trips.

New for 2013! With its efficient construction and weatherproof roll-top closure, the Exped Lightning 45 offers ultra-lightweight performance for fast-and-light backpacking. Despite weighing less than 2.2 pounds, the pack provides a comfortable carry.

New for 2013! The Granite Gear Leopard AC 58 comfortably hauls up to 40 pounds of gear, incorporates alpine-ready features and weighs in at a mere 3 pounds! Leave the lid behind and you can trim the weight of the pack to just 2 pounds, 12 ounces.

New for 2013! The Gregory Contour 50 is an excellent combination of load-hauling capability and access features. While lightweight (4 lbs) enough for quick overnights, it has the capacity (3100+ cubic inches) for fast-and-light weekend trips.

Updated for 2013! Ideal for overnights, weekend trips or even 1-3 days in the backcountry, the Kelty Lakota 65 internal frame backpack offers an excellent combination of load-hauling performance, durability and affordability.

The award-winning Gregory Baltoro 65 internal frame backpack boasts a wealth of access points, an array of features and an innovative suspension system that combine to make this 3800+ cubic inch pack a backcountry workhorse.

Ruggedly constructed and equipped with an innovative suspension, the Millet Atacama 58+ is ready for backcountry and high-altitude adventure. Despite its durable build and load-hauling capability, the 4150 cubic inch pack weighs less than 4.5 lbs.

The Deuter ACT Lite 60+10 SL Women’s pack provides 4250 cubic inches of storage capacity at a weight of just 3 lb 12 oz. Balancing weight and performance, the pack is ideal for multi-day and extended backpacking trips.

New colors! The high-performance Gregory Jade 60 Women’s pack gives female hikers a versatile option for weekend trips or ultra-lightweight, multi-day trips. Despite its lightweight design, the pack comfortably carries up to 45 pounds!

Reflecting the Boreas commitment to simplicity and functionality, the award-winning Lost Coast 60 internal frame backpack is streamlined, lightweight and versatile. The lidded, top-loading pack weighs just 3 pounds, 7 ounces.

A fully-featured entry-level pack, the Lowe Alpine TFX Kongur 65:75 has expandable storage capacity, convenient storage features and an adjustable suspension. The versatile pack is ideal for everything from overnighters to extended trips.

Delivering unparalleled access, the Granite Gear Aji 50 is ideal for lightweight backpacking, day hiking or travel. A unique design lets you quickly put hands on anything you need and an innovative suspension system comfortably carries up to 35 pounds.

New for 2013! With a clean, streamlined profile, ample storage capacity (3661 cu in), a broad range of adjustability and an affordable price, the Osprey Volt 60 is ideal for value-conscious backpackers looking for reliable lightweight 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!

Updated for 2013! The Osprey Aether 60 strikes an excellent balance between weight and load-bearing performance. Ideal for multi-day backpacking trips, the Aether 60 offers 3400+ cubic inches of storage capacity and comfortably carries up to 60 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.

!The best-selling Deuter ACT Lite 65+10 internal frame pack provides backpackers with 4550 cubic inches of storage capacity and carrying comfort at a weight of just 3 lb 15 oz. Ideal for multi-day and extended backpacking trips.

Updated for 2013! The versatile panel-loading Mountainsmith Approach 50 backpack has the organizational and performance features you need for weekends in the backcountry, technical day hiking and extended travel. Fits torsos ranging from 17”-22”.

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.

Updated for 2013! The rugged Mountainsmith Youth Pursuit internal frame backpack offers 3051 cubic inches of storage space. Load-carrying capability and organizational features combine to make the Youth Pursuit an ideal option for young adventurers.

The Gregory Savant 58 combines an innovative suspension with convenient access to offer performance at an affordable price. Ample capacity (over 3500 cu in) and multiple attachment points equip the pack for weekend or multi-day trips.

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.

Building from the foundation of the award-winning design of the Nimbus Ozone, the Granite Gear Nimbus Trace 62 offers greater load-carrying capacity and additional organizational features while maintaining a pack weight of 4 pounds.

Catering to adventurers seeking value-packed versatility, the Osprey Farpoint 70 pack combines travel-friendly and trail-worthy features. The Farpoint 70 delivers load-carrying capability and over 4000 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.

With an array of features and a German-engineered suspension system, the Deuter Aircontact 65+10 is built for backcountry adventure. A storage capacity of up to 4570 cubic inches equips the pack for multi-day hiking trips.

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 for 2013! The Gregory Contour 60 is an excellent combination of load-hauling capability and access features. While lightweight (4 lbs) enough for quick overnights, it has the capacity (3600+ cubic inches) for fast-and-light multi-day excursions.

New for 2013! The Kelty Red Cloud Junior delivers trusted Kelty trail performance in dimensions designed for younger backpackers. This classic backpack has load-hauling capability, convenient access points and an array of features.