Very lightweight backpack designed for adventure racing, running and ultralight backpacking, with plenty of practical storage.
Hiking backpacks
Hiking backpacks: choose for your activity
A hiking backpack is essential for all your outdoor outings. For a day hike, journey or multi-day trek, it should suit your use and level of self-sufficiency.
We offer hiking backpacks for many uses: lightweight daypacks for short trips and more technical packs for long treks. Their capacities, weights and features suit every activity.
Backpacks for every hike duration
Models meet different needs. Your choice mainly depends on trip duration and equipment carried.
Backpacks for day hiking
For a short outing, a compact backpack is plenty. Daypack models offer smaller capacities, generally 10 to 30 litres, carrying essentials such as water, a jacket and some food. Their low weight makes them ideal for fast hikes or occasional outings.
Backpacks for multi-day hiking
For a weekend or multi-day hike, you need greater capacity. These packs carry sleeping equipment, spare clothes and supplies for short-term self-sufficiency. They balance storage capacity and carrying comfort.
Backpacks for trekking and long distances
Packs for long treks carry heavier loads over several days. Capacities generally exceed 50 litres, with designs optimising comfort even when fully loaded. They are ideal for self-sufficient journeys.
Features that distinguish a good hiking backpack
Beyond capacity, several technical criteria distinguish models.
The carrying system
The carrying system plays a central role in comfort. It determines weight distribution between shoulders and hips, and back ventilation. A well-designed pack reduces fatigue and considerably improves the experience over time.
Hip belt and shoulder straps: a key consideration
Hip belt and shoulder strap quality directly affects carrying comfort. A well-adjusted belt transfers weight effectively to the hips, while ergonomic straps avoid pressure points. These components also contribute to pack stability in movement.
Weight, size and accessories
Hiking backpacks also differ in weight, size and built-in accessories. Some prioritise low weight for fast activities, while others focus on robustness and features for demanding treks. Pockets, main-compartment access and hydration bladder compatibility can make a practical difference.
Choose the right hiking backpack
With so many models, define your needs clearly. Trip duration, equipment volume and desired comfort should guide your choice.
For help understanding these criteria, see our complete guide: Choose your hiking backpack.
A well-chosen hiking backpack immediately improves trail comfort and enjoyment. Considering your activity and essential features such as carrying system, capacity and manufacturing quality will help you find the ideal model for your needs.
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Highway backpack phone case
Padded smartphone case that attaches to a backpack shoulder strap or hip belt.
Flight Container 75L travel cover
A travel cover ideal for large backpacks, ultra-compact and lightweight.
Ubic 40 W women's backpack
Comfortable, versatile women's backpack built for adventure. Modern design and carrying system for all your mountaineering or hiking equipment.
Comfortable, highly versatile women's backpack with adjustable capacity. Modern design and carrying system for all your mountaineering or hiking equipment.
A lightweight 16-litre backpack. For adventure races or cycling/mountain biking.
X-lite Drysack 8 L dry bag
Protect your belongings from damp and dirt with this small-capacity dry bag.
2 compact rolls of highly adhesive woven tape for repairing your tent, backpack or other equipment.
High-quality trekking backpack, very comfortable and ventilated. Excellent stability with a pivoting hip belt. Suitcase-style opening and comprehensive features.
Stratos 44 hiking backpack
A ventilated, very well-equipped backpack. Top and side access. Ideal for long hikes in hot weather.
Advent waist pack
An alternative to a backpack: a large waist pack for carrying everything you need for a long walk without being weighed down.
Ubic 55+15 hiking backpack
A comfortable, highly versatile backpack with expandable capacity and suitcase-style access. Adaptable snowshoe carrying system.
ZULU 55 hiking backpack
Lightweight hiking backpack, both comfortable and well ventilated thanks to its suspended mesh back panel, made from tough materials.
4 mm x 25 M paracord
Lightweight, tough 4 mm paracord for tensioning a tarp and all hiking and camping uses
Aether 65 rucksack
Ideal rucksack for long treks with heavy loads. Very comfortable, ventilated and stable carrying system. Plenty of accessories.
Combines carrying comfort with maximum ventilation through its tensioned mesh back. Ideal for hot-weather treks.
Rucksack Liner waterproof backpack liner
Protect your belongings from damp and dirt with this waterproof liner that slips inside your backpack.
This travel cover effectively protects your travel bag or backpack. It also serves as a rain cover for your bag.
Karabiner carabiners
A technical, robust and very lightweight hiking backpack. Quality materials, a large suitcase-style opening and an excellent range of features.
Flask Case bottle holder
Water bottle holder that attaches to your backpack's shoulder strap.
Amber 44 women's hiking backpack
Ultralight, highly ventilated women's backpack. Back panel and hip belt adjustment system to suit all body shapes.
Pack 25 hiking backpack
A lightweight, well-equipped backpack. Ideal for a short hike.
This travel cover effectively protects your travel bag or backpack. It also serves as a rain cover for your bag.
Citro 24 hiking backpack
Lightweight backpack prioritising carrying comfort with a mesh back and hip belt. Well-designed storage.
A 2-in-1 travel backpack for long-distance hiking or extended travel.
XTP Lite drybag 4L dry bag
4-litre waterproof storage bag
A robust, very lightweight women's hiking backpack. Good capacity-to-weight ratio, a large suitcase-style opening and an excellent range of features.
Farpoint 70 travel backpack
2-in-1 travel backpack with a 55-litre main pack and a 15-litre daypack. Ideal for making your road trip easier.
Set of 4 cord locks to replace a broken part or make tightening and loosening easier.





























