CamelBak designed the 1478 cubic inch Hellion backpack for long days in the backcountry. With its large subdivided main compartment, external goggle and electronics pockets, the Camelbak Hellion will hold all of your backcountry necessities plus the extras needed to keep you comfortable all day long. The Hellion is not just built for comfort, but also built to last with its burly nylon finish. Skis are carried diagonally and boards can go either vertically or horizontally in the Hypalon reinforced board retention system. It is also equipped with dual quick-release tool holders for shovel handle or ice-axe and well placed compression straps. And since its a CamelBak, it of course comes with a 100 ounce Omega Reservoir.

CamelBak has set a Retail Price of $100 for the Hellion.

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If you’re a snowboarder that enjoys getting into the backcountry, make your trip even more enjoyable by wearing the Burton Ak 30L Backpack on your back. The AK 30L is the big boy of the Burton AK Backpack series (1831 cubic inches). Burton gave the AK 30L both vertical and horizontal board carrying capabilities so you can boot pack or take the snowmobile to your line. Store your shovel and handle in the internal pocket and strap your probe and poles to the outside. There are 5 exterior pockets (1 Lid, 2 front, 2 side) to help you carry everything else you may need, including a fleece lined google/ipod pocket and hydration bladder compartment. But if you’re a real backpack high roller, you’ll clip in the Burton AK 2L Canteen to your shoulder harness for one of the slickest set-ups on the mountain.

Burton has set a Retail Price of $160 for the Ak 30L Backpack ($40 for the AK 2L Canteen)

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Since it just snowed at my house, I figure it must be time to start talking about winter backpacks for skiing and snowboarding. And if we’re going to talk winter packs, the conversation has to start with the Dakine Heli Pro.

The Heli-Pro from Dakine was one of the original daypacks designed specifcally for skiers and snowboarders. Over the years it has been refined but it still maintains its core values of skiing and snowboarding. First and foremost, you can carry your skis diagonally or your snowboard either vertically or horizontally. The main compartment has plenty of room for extra layers and some lunch, while the larger outer pocket is a perfect place for your shovel blade. The upper outer pocket is fleeced lined for holding your goggles or other valuables. And the pocket on the hipbelt is also fleece lined and is a perfect spot to stash your digital camera. There are dual compression straps to keep your gear stable and an ice axe loop for your shovel handle, or as you may have guessed, an ice axe.

The Heli-Pro comes in 3 different models: Men’s, Women’s and H2O and 2 sizes: 1000 cubic inches (2 lbs 13 oz) or 1200 cubic inches (3 lbs). The women’s pack uses a contoured harness designed specifically to fit a ladies’s frame. The H20 pack comes with a hydration bladder. Quite frankily, I think CamelBak’s bladders are better than Dakine’s, so I would recommend that you buy the base model for 20 bucks less and order a CamelBak Omega Reservoir to put in it. But whatever Heli-Pro pack you choose, you’ll be smiling from the lifts to the backcountry with it on your back.

Dakine has set a Retail Price of $80 for the Heli-Pro Pack, and $100 for the Heli-Pro H20 Pack

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Designed for the adventure oriented enthusiast who is unwilling to compromise weight or comfort, the Talon Series from Osprey offers a unique melding of torso adjustability in an active, lightweight pack. There are 4 different sized backpacks in the Talon line. We particularly like the versatile Osprey Talon 33, however you won’t go wrong with any of the Talons.

The Talon 33 will meet the needs of everyone from the expert light and fast backpacker to the hardcore do-it-in-a-day alpinists. To keep you cool on the go, Osprey equipped the Talon 33 with a mesh perforated harness, mesh perforated hipbelt and the AirScape backpanel. The easy top loading and a floating top pocket combined with the hipbelt pockets, ice axe attachment, rope carry, tow loop and stretch woven front and side pockets keep you organized while the hydration sleeve fits even the largest bladders to keep you hydrated while on the go. The talon 33 comes in 2 sizes: S/M: 1900 cubic inches weighing 1 lb 12 oz and M/L: 2000 cubic inches weighing 1 lb 14 oz. Whether you hike slot canyons, spend the night in the forest, or ice climb, the Osprey Talon 33 will get the job done while keeping you fast, light and cool.

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In engineering school at Cornell, the idea of K.I.S.S. was drilled into our heads (Keep It Simple Stupid!). The designers at Jansport have obviously kept this in mind with their classic Big Student Backpack. The Big Student has been around for a long time, and since it ain’t broke, Jansport needn’t fix it. What they have done though is offer this backpack in a plethora of colors. From pink daiquiri to classic black, you’ll be sure to find the color you need for toting your books and gear around campus. There is a total of 2100 cubic inches of well organized space. There are two main compartments, and three smaller accessory pockets. You’ll be able to load this sucker up with plenty text books and carry them in comfort with the S-curved cushioned shoulder straps. Jansport is so confident in their design and wormanship, that the Big Student comes with thier great lifetime warranty.

Jansport has set a Retail Price of $50 for the Big Student Backpack

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The North Face Heckler Backpack is a larger capacity daypack (2050 cubic inches) that is as comfortable on campus as it is on the trail, as The North Face added plenty of thoughtful touches that keep you organized. The main compartment features a universal sleeve that will hold your laptop or a hydration bladder. If you do put a hydration bladder inside, there is a porthole on the top of the pack to route the hydration tube. There are also small velcro accessory pockets in this main compartment. The front stash pocket has room for your ipod and a few other items, with another porthole so you can stay connected to your mp3 player. The Heckler features side compression straps for load control, but you’ll also find an extra compression strap along the bottom to thoroughly cinch down your internal pack contents. The stitched foam back panel and Ultra-padded shoulder straps provide superior comfort no matter how big of a load you are carrying. The outside of the bag has a reinforced daisy chain and an X-bungee to strap on jackets and other items that you want quick access to. There are also two mesh side pockets that perfectly fit a nalgene waterbottle. It seems as though The North Face thought of everything in designing the Heckler as a multi-use daypack. So if you need a bag for school but one verstaile enough for a couple days on the trail, the Heckler is for you.

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The brand new CamelBak Helena replaces the CamelBak Isis as CamelBak’s women’s specific daypack. The Helena was designed for women through the use of a higher sternum strap and a harness that contours to a ladies body.

The Helena has a 1300 cubic inch capacity, just about the most popular size for a daypack, and is ready to carry all you need for a day of adventure. It has 4 pockets, the main, a front organizer, the hydration sleeve and a small ipod top pocket. The front pocket uses CamelBaks new pull out organizer design, allowing easy access to just what you need. For overflow items, like an extra layer, the Helena has a quick access overflow storage flap with new single pull dual compression straps.

This hydration pack comes with a 100 ounce Omega HydroTanium Reservoir with a lifetime warranty. You won’t find a better hydration bladder anywhere. As an added bonus, the Helena’s hydration pocket is insulated to keep water or other beverages cool for hours.

CamelBak has set a Retail Price of $80 for the Helena Hydration Pack

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