Backcountry Edge

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! A perennial bestseller, the Kelty Red Cloud 90 internal frame pack balances performance and affordability. This classic backpack has load-hauling capability, convenient access points and an array of features.

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!

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 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.

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.

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.

Deuter’s largest Aircontact model, the Aircontact 75+10 has an array of features and a trailworthy suspension system. A storage capacity of up to 5180 cubic inches equips the pack for multi-day and extended-length backpacking trips.

Updated for 2013! The rugged Mountainsmith Apex 80 internal frame backpack offers 5858 cubic inches of storage space. Load-carrying capability and organizational features combine to make the Apex 80 an ideal option for extended backpacking trips.

With ample storage (over 4500 cubic inches), an innovative ventilated suspension and a pack weight of under 5 pounds, the Gregory Z75 internal frame backpack is an excellent balance of weight and load-hauling capability (up to 50 lbs).

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.

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 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.

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! 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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

With its lightweight design, ground-breaking suspension system and 3600+ cubic inch capacity, the Black Diamond Infinity 60 internal frame pack is ideally-suited for multi-day backpacking.