Backcountry Edge

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 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! Ideal for long days of hiking or mountain biking, the Osprey Manta 28 hydration pack provides ample storage (1580+ cu in), boasts excellent organizational and carry features and houses an integrated 3-Liter hydration system.

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!

A lightweight offering for technical day hiking, bouldering and other active pursuits, the Mammut Lithium 25 delivers load-hauling support, storage capacity (1526 cubic inches) and convenient gear-lashing and organizational features.

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 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 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.

Built for fast-moving day hikes and summit assaults, the Osprey Stratos 24 combines carrying comfort, ventilation and organizational features to deliver lightweight, technical performance.

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”.

Equipped with a fully adjustable suspension and 6000 cubic inches of capacity, the Lowe Alpine TFX Expedition 75:95 is built for alpine and backcountry adventure. Lightweight, high-tenacity Dyneema fabric keeps weight to a minimum.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Updated for 2013! The versatile panel-loading Mountainsmith Approach 40 backpack has the organizational and performance features you need for weekends in the backcountry, technical day hiking and extended travel. Fits torsos ranging from 15”-19”.

Updated for 2013! A longtime favorite of female backpackers, the Kelty Red Cloud 80 Women's pack balances performance and affordability. The classic backpack has load-hauling capability, convenient access points and an array of features.

Updated for 2013! Equipped with a form-fitting suspension system and an array of convenient organizational features, the compact Mountainsmith Red Rock 25 day pack provides versatility for on-trail performance or every day, around-town usage.

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.

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.

New for 2013! Ideal for weekend trips or extended trips in the backcountry, the Kelty Lakota 80 Women’s internal frame backpack offers an excellent combination of load-hauling performance, durability and affordability.

New for 2013! Providing customized fit and hauling heavy loads, the Osprey Xenith 88 is built for multi-day and extended backpacking trips. The pack offers convenient access points, innovative features and ample storage capacity (5300+ cu in).

The front panel-loading Gregory Z30 day pack strikes an effective balance between weight and performance. High-tenacity fabrics and an

Boasting a ventilated, high-performance suspension system, torso length adjustability and a long list of features, the Deuter Futura Vario 50+10 is well-equipped for weekend and multi-day backpacking trips.

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! Equipped with summit-ready features and an innovative, lightweight suspension system, the Granite Gear Leopard VC 46 is ideal for minimalist backpacking or mountaineering. This lidded, top-loading pack weighs in at less than 3 pounds.

With its ground-breaking suspension system, water-resistant “all season” construction and access-friendly features, the Black Diamond Mercury 75 internal frame backpack is ready-made for multi-day backpacking trips.

Deuter’s largest women’s-specific pack, the Aircontact 70+10 SL Women’s pack has an array of features, a trailworthy suspension system and storage capacity (4870 cu in) that equip it for multi-day and extended-length backcountry trips.

A trail tested women’s favorite, the 4300 cubic inch capacity Lowe Alpine TFX Cerro Torre ND 55:70 backpack has excellent durability and load-hauling capability. A strategic redesign has reduced its overall weight considerably.

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.

Combining load-bearing capability, convenient access and a streamlined profile, the 1950 cubic inch Deuter ACT Trail 32 is a high-performance day pack. Numerous external pockets and lash points grant backcountry versatility.

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.

Updated for 2013! Ideal for overnights, weekend trips or even 1-3 days in the backcountry, the Kelty Lakota 60 Women's internal frame backpack offers an impressive combination of load-hauling performance, durability and affordability.

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.