Hiking, backcountry skiing, trail running? Buy the right backpack.

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Serious outdoor activities require backpacks to keep your hands free and when hiking in the backcountry your life on your back.   Depending on the sport, the intensity and the duration of the activity, the right backpack can let you enjoy the outdoor activity while supporting your body and carrying your gear.   Included here are some essential components and benefits to look for in purchasing the best backpack for you for the activity of your choice. 

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If you enjoy the diversity of mountain sports then you’ll need multiple backpacks , each specific to the activity and duration of each use. 

Determine the volume of your essentials that you’ll be packing for your adventure.  For example, if you are alpine skiing inbounds for 8 hours a smaller hydration pack  would be more suitable than a multi-day pack, that you would use to live out of when hiking and camping in the backcountry.  Click here for Jansport backpacks.  Click here for Kelty hydration pack.

Consider the distribution of your load and how it will weigh on your back. 

Be sure that the correct ergonomic support is offered: hip belt adjustability of the shoulder harness, stabilizer straps including the sternum strap.  Overloading your backpack when hiking will throw off your center of gravity effecting the load distribution and detract from your nature experience.  See North Face Catalyst and North Face Skareb 55. 

Be sure that your pack will allow for all your essentials.   

  1. Look for special straps on backpacks that can accommodate particular gear if you plan on carrying snowshoes, skis, a snowboard, ice axes, climbing ropes, etc. when hiking.   Backpacks will provide you with special straps and cords to easily secure this equipment to the outside of your pack.  See North Face Off Chute Duo Backpack.
  2. Hydration System Backpacks originated for the mountain biker and now have been modified for and incorporated for all sports. Be sure that the hands free hydration hose cannot freeze if you are using it during winter conditions.
  3. Fit specific to the outdoor sport and season.  If it’s for alpine winter sports be sure that the backpack fits securely and well over your outerwear.  If the pack is for summer hiking trips be sure that the straps securely work with your body type. 
  4. Is it waterproof?    Does it need to be?  Look for a backpack with a separate fitting cover or a waterproof exterior.  Click here for Deuter Backpacks.  Click here for two time award winner Arc'teryx
For Osprey backpacks click here.    For Kelty backpacks click here

Consider the weight of the pack. 

A few pounds can make a serious difference especially on a multi-day hiking trip. See GoLite for ultra light backpacking.  Featured are packs that can meet these requirements for the outdoor sports that you prefer.  Day hike packs, multi-day packs, hydration packs and backcountry enthusiast backpacks are all included with reviews.   For your solar gadgets consider the solar backpack.

Have your dog carry their own supplies with the dog backpack.  Keep the kids in mind by clicking here for kids backpacks.

 

 
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