Rucksacks and backpacks
Our rucksacks have been winning awards since 2005. Innovative, multi-sport backpacks to run, hike, climb, camp, swim and ride. We've three guiding principles to our backpack design: minimise weight, maximise freedom of movement and increase load-carrying comfort and stability. All our backpacks are guaranteed by our 3 year Alpine Bond.
Rucksacks and backpacks
There's something for everyone in our range of packs. Rucksacks for walking, waterproof dry bags to keep your kit dry in a downpour and activity specific running packs, mountain biking backpacks and camping rucksacks designed to support all adventures.
Hiking rucksacks
Whether you need a daypack or a carry-it-all backpacking behemoth, all our hiking backpacks are lightweight and made for the outdoors. From 15 to 65 litres we've a wide selection of styles to suit all types of hiking.
Fully featured packs
Zip pockets, chest straps, water bottle side pockets, hydration pouches, ice axe loops... all this and more. We cram our packs with technical features so you can get the most out of whatever activity you're up to.
Waterproof dry bags
All our packs are water resistant with an eco-friendly PFC-free DWR treatment as standard. Our Gourdon range of fully waterproof backpack dry bags have roll top closures and taped seams for ultimate protection from the elements.
British Made backpacks
We also make a range of backpacks right here in the UK on the edge of the Peak District. With waxed cotton construction, bar-tacked stress-points and bound seams our UK Made range is dependable and guaranteed by our 25 year Alpine Bond.
British Made backpacks
We also make a range of backpacks right here in the UK on the edge of the Peak District. With waxed cotton construction, bar-tacked stress-points and bound seams our UK Made range is dependable and guaranteed by our 25 year Alpine Bond.
Which rucksack should I buy?
You can compare our packs in the table below to help you choose which one is right for you. We've also got a range of rucksack accessories like Bota hydration bladder and our waterproof Rucksack Cover to help you get the most out of your pack.
| Pack | Style | Capacity | Weight | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vora | Waist pack | 6L | 326g | Bike, Run |
| Artlu | Backpack | 10L | 455g | Hike, Run |
| Skytrail | Backpack | 14L | 611g | Bike |
| Gnarl | Backpack | 15L | 405g | Bike, Climb, Hike |
| Gourdon | Dry bag | 20 - 30L | 355 - 460g | Bike, Climb, Hike |
| Presta | Backpack | 25L | 597g | Bike, Climb, Hike |
| Orion | Backpack | 45L | 900g | Climb, Hike |
| Pacific Crest | Backpack | 55 - 65L | 1.7 - 1.8kg | Climb, Hike |
| Vora | |
|---|---|
| Style | Waistpack |
| Capacity | 6L |
| Weight | 326g |
| Activity | Bike, Run |
| Artlu | |
|---|---|
| Style | Backpack |
| Capacity | 10L |
| Weight | 455g |
| Activity | Hike, Run |
| Skytrail | |
|---|---|
| Style | Backpack |
| Capacity | 14L |
| Weight | 611g |
| Activity | Bike |
| Gnarl | |
|---|---|
| Style | Backpack |
| Capacity | 15L |
| Weight | 405g |
| Activity | Bike, Climb, Hike |
| Gourdon | |
|---|---|
| Style | Dry bag |
| Capacity | 20 - 30L |
| Weight | 355 - 460g |
| Activity | Bike, Climb, Hike |
| Presta | |
|---|---|
| Style | Backpack |
| Capacity | 25L |
| Weight | 597g |
| Activity | Bike, Climb, Hike |
| Orion | |
|---|---|
| Style | Backpack |
| Capacity | 45L |
| Weight | 900g |
| Activity | Climb, Hike |
| Pacfic Crest | |
|---|---|
| Style | Backpack |
| Capacity | 55 - 65L |
| Weight | 1.7 - 1.8kg |
| Activity | Climb, Hike |
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