Backcountry Edge

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 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!

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.

With its ground-breaking women’s-specific suspension system, water-resistant “all season” construction and access-friendly features, the Black Diamond Onyx 65 Women’s internal frame backpack is ready-made for multi-day backpacking trips.

With its lightweight design, ground-breaking women’s-specific suspension system and 3400+ cubic inch capacity, the Black Diamond Innova 60 Women’s internal frame pack is ideally-suited for multi-day backpacking.

New for 2013! The Gregory Cairn 58 Women’s pack is an excellent combination of load-hauling capability and access features. It’s lightweight enough for quick overnights but has the capacity (3400+ cu in) for fast-and-light multi-day excursions.

Updated for 2013! The Osprey Ariel 65 Women's backpack strikes an excellent balance between weight (4 lbs) and performance. The pack provides female backpackers with 3600+ cubic inches of storage capacity while comfortably carrying up to 60 pounds!

New for 2013! With its efficient construction and weatherproof roll-top closure, the Exped Lightning 45 Women’s pack offers ultra-lightweight performance for fast-and-light backpacking, day hiking or adventure racing.

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