| 79 | | $255 | Comfortable suspension for all day use, all the right pockets, and durable fabric make the Circuit a top choice |
| 74 | | $270 | The Granite Gear Blaze is built for hauling heavy loads over vast distances with comfort and ease |
| 74 | | $270 | The Aura 65 AG is a comfortable pack that is fully featured, well ventilated, and sleek in design |
| 66 | | $270 | This ultralight model ranks at the top for lightweight design and is perfect for women who have pared down their gear and are ready to go light and fast |
| 65 | | $199 | When pack weight is a priority, the REI Flash 55 keeps the pounds and ounces low and works well for weekend trips and ultralight adventures |
| 64 | | $210 | We really like the overall design of the Octal; with its large mesh outer pockets and roomy main compartment, this pack is top notch when it comes to simplicity and storage |
| 64 | | $165 | A comfortable, roomy, durable pack that is friendly on your wallet |
| 63 | | $180 | The Kyte 46 may lack in volume, but it's comfortable, durable, and packed with features |
| 62 | | $549 | The Bora AR 61 is a backpack from the future - with tons of adjustment options, durable fabric, and a simple, comfortable design |
| 61 | | $300 | This large pack provides all the features you need as well as comfort, stability, and support for heavy loads |
| 60 | | $220 | Overall, the AirContact Lite is one of our favorite packs for its feature set and its ability to carry heavy loads with ease |
| 56 | | $250 | A fully featured pack, the Maven still weighs less than many models with similar details |
| 55 | | $310 | For a pack that will last a long time and hold up to heavy loads, the Ariel is a great choice |
| 51 | | $249 | The Traverse 65 combines simplicity, comfort, and a reasonable price tag into a basic, but well designed, pack |
| 49 | | $220 | Designed for women who want to travel light and fast in the backcountry, the Eja 58 has all the same features of the Exos, with a women's specific fit |
| 42 | | $230 | The Futura Vario doesn't provide the comfort needed for backpacking but offers great access to gear through large zippered openings in the pack |
