Stone Glacier Cirque 6200 Internal Frame Pack
The Stone Glacier Cirque 6200 is the best lightweight, big-load-hauling backpack we’ve used.
Backpacks
Thule Versant 60L Backpack
The Thule Versant 60L is a mid-sized pack with a simple pocket layout and some useful features, though we’d love to see a couple of minor changes.
Black Diamond Mission 75 Pack
The Black Diamond Mission 75 is a lightweight, versatile, big load hauler that climbs very well.
Dakine Low Rider 5L
The Dakine Low Rider 5L provides some compelling reasons to ditch your traditional hydration pack for a hip belt.
ACRE Hauser 14L Hydration Pack
The ACRE Hauser 14L hydration pack places a premium on weatherproofing and carrying capacity.
Thule Upslope 35L Backpack
The Thule Upslope 35L is the best pack we’ve used at this size for both ski touring and ski photography.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Dyneema Ice Pack 3400
The HMG Ice Pack 3400 is one of the best light but durable packs we’ve tested.
Mammut Spindrift Guide Pack
The Mammut Spindrift Guide has the volume and features necessary to haul a lot of gear, but is still versatile enough for everyday use.
First Look: Arva Reactor Airbag Packs and AXIO Beacon
Arva announces a brand new line of avalanche airbag packs as well as a new beacon.
Gregory Targhee 32 pack
The Gregory Targhee 32 has become a favorite pack of ours for ski touring. If you’re looking for a comfortable, roomy daypack with well thought out features, we highly recommend it.
Evoc CP 26l Camera Bag
Evoc’s CP 26l provides a good combination of camera protection, accessibility, and features that make it a compelling option for outdoor photographers.
Black Diamond Halo 28 JetForce Airbag Pack
Update: The JetForce Airbag technology is a game changer, but see our update regarding the BD recall and make sure your pack is good to go.
Osprey Raven 10 Hydration Pack
The Osprey Raven 10 Hydration Pack offers a great female-specific fit and some well thought out features.
UltrAspire Impulse Hydration Belt
If you’re not a slave to fashion, the UltrAspire Impulse Hydration Belt offers a level of comfort and convenience that’s hard to match with a traditional hydration pack or ‘enduro’ fanny pack.
Mammut Pro Protection 35L PAS Airbag Pack
The Mammut Pro Protection 35L offers another layer of avalanche safety and helps to protect against head trauma. Two of our reviewers weigh in.
Black Diamond Speed 30 Pack
If you want a well-featured, versatile alpine pack that won’t break the bank, check out the redesigned Black Diamond Speed 30.
Cotopaxi Cayambe 20L Ski Pack
Cotopaxi is a company that’s committed to doing tangible good around the world, and to making great products. We put their 20 liter ski-carry pack to the test.
Granite Gear Nimbus Trace Access 70
The Granite Gear Nimbus Trace Access 70 is lightweight pack for heavy loads that comes with a customizable suspension system, but you ought to try it on first.
Metolius Crag Station Climbing Pack
The Metolius Crag Station’s hybrid duffel / backpack design make it an attractive, efficient option for day trips to a crag.
Mystery Ranch Terraplane
The Mystery Ranch Terraplane has an incredibly comfortable suspension system and excels at carrying heavy loads.