Backcountry Edge

Drawing on true alpine experience, the Deuter Freerider Pro 28 SL Women’s pack offers 1700 cubic inches of storage space and varied carry options and organizational solutions for winter sports.

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.

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”.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Designed for technical day hiking, the Black Diamond Octane internal frame pack is equipped with an innovative suspension system and convenient top-loading panel access.

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 ground-breaking suspension, a sleek profile and a 2000 cubic inch capacity, the Black Diamond Boost daypack is built for a full-day of technical backcountry hiking.

Boasting a ground-breaking suspension system, a sleek profile and ample storage, the Black Diamond Flare Women’s daypack equips female adventurers for a full-day of technical backcountry hiking.

With its sleek profile, convenient access features and fit-enhancing suspension system, the 1465 cubic inch Deuter ACT Trail 24 is a high-performance day pack. Numerous external pockets and lash points grant backcountry versatility.

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 Creon Light 45 offers 2746 cubic inches of storage capacity, load-carrying capability, a unique ventilation system and an array of features.

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.

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.

Equipped with a stable, well-ventilated suspension system and innovative access and organizational features, the durable and lightweight Kelty Impact 30 offers excellent performance for day hiking or lightweight overnight backpacking.

Equipped with a well-ventilated suspension and innovative access and organizational features, the durable and lightweight Kelty Impact 30 Women’s pack offers excellent performance for day hiking or lightweight overnight 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.

A lightweight (2 lb, 11 oz) option for ski touring, winter day hiking or alpine climbing, the Deuter Cruise 28 SL Women’s pack has 1710 cubic inches of storage capacity, multiple ski/snowboard carry options and a comfortable, load-carrying suspension system.

A lightweight (2 lb, 14 oz) option for ski touring, winter day hiking or alpine climbing, the Deuter Cruise 30 pack has 1850 cubic inches of storage capacity, multiple ski/snowboard carry options and a comfortable, load-carrying suspension system.

New for 2013! With a clean, streamlined profile, ample storage capacity (4577 cu in), a broad range of adjustability and an affordable price, the Osprey Volt 75 is ideal for value-conscious backpackers looking for reliable lightweight performance.

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.

New for 2013! Ideal for long day hikes, the Osprey Manta 36 hydration pack provides ample storage (2075+ cu in), boasts excellent organizational and carry features and houses an innovative, integrated 3-Liter hydration system.

Updated for 2013! Ideal for long days of hiking or mountain biking, the Osprey Mira 26 Women’s hydration pack provides ample storage (1465+ cu in), boasts excellent organizational and carry features and houses an integrated 3-Liter hydration system.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Built to carry heavy loads and maximize organizational and access efficiency, the Aircontact Pro 65+15 SL Women’s is ideal for multi-day backpacking and extended trips. Multiple points of adjustment ensure that you get a comfortable, customized fit.