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Designed specifically for women in ultra lightweight silicone coated Mini Ripstop™ nylon, the new Arc'teryx Axios 48 Backpack - Women's is dialed for those trekking or multi-day enthusiasts who are passionate about weight-saving. During a traverse of the Stuart Range or a light and fast West Coast Trail out and back, this lightweight pack combines EV®50 Perforated foam, 6061 aluminum stays and HDPE framesheet with a GridLock™ suspension that features anatomically shaped shoulder straps, a modular sternum strap, breathable shoulder straps and hipbelt, and adjustable shoulder straps for a highly breathable for ultra-comfortable gear carrying. Four compression straps stabilize the load, while a removable/ extendable top lid with two zippered compartments, stretch-mesh stash pockets on the hipbelt, a map pocket, kangaroo pocket with top compression strap, and two stretch-mesh pockets stow easy to reach essentials.

Designed on the concept that it's easier to carry heavy loads when the backpack and wearer work as one, the ACT Lite 60+10 SL Backpacking Pack - Women's from Deuter incorporates an Aircontact Lite System that relies on the compression and expansion of hydro and thermo-phobic Aircontact foam to provide ventilation and load-carrying comfort. A continuous air channel along the spine allows warm air to escape and permits cool air to funnel between your back and the body of the pack. Unique performance features of the ACT Lite 60+10 SL pack include ice axe/trekking pole loops, top lid attachment rings, and a front elastic cord attachment for lashing gear. Two elastic mesh side pockets allow for transportation of water bottles and a lined internal pocket, built-in tube exit point, and tube clip on the shoulder strap make this Deuter Women's pack hydration compatible. The new ACT Lite series also features a huge stretch-stuff-it pocket, stretchy side pockets, and double lid buckles for added stability. The SL models offer a women's specific fit with specially shaped shoulder straps and hip belts. These best-sellers are now even better!

A classic top-loading backpack, the Futura Vario 45+10 SL Backpack for women adds a two-way, all-around front zip for easy access to the entire pack, even with the lid closed. Deuter designed the pack for multi-day trips and general travel use. Their Vari-Flex waist belt and Vari-Fit System make this pack easy to adjust for a custom fit. The Aircomfort back and wide Air-Mesh shoulder straps keep your back and shoulders well ventilated. Side bellows pockets and a zippered front pocket hold essential, small items. Add compression straps, a wet clothing compartment, ice tool and trekking pole attachments and a height-adjustable top lid and you have a backpack ready for any adventure.

NEW FOR 2010! The do-it-all, carry-all Women's Juniper 50 Backpack (Recycled) from Mountainsmith is sized for week-long or longer backpacking trips with a detachable daypack for shorter excursions and summit wanderings. The unique U-shaped zippered access to the main compartment enables fast packing and easy organization for all of the essentials. Made with 450d ReDura™, the Juniper 50 utilizes 21 recycled 16-ounce plastic bottles. Save the planet, go backpacking!

The North Face Prophet 52 is a high-performance, lightweight workhorse engineered with mountain-savvy technology. This backpack features a light and sophisticated V Radial™tubular aluminum frame system that's bomber tough and engineered to mirror the natural movements of your back. Its independent breathable E-VAP™foam-molded back panel and hipbelt provide exceptional fast and light comfort, while a perforated frame sheet adds support and shape. Tough it up features include SuperFabric® reinforced tool-attachment zones, a large, reinforced, easy-access crampon pocket, reinforced and adjustable ski-carry stabilizers, double-layered, reinforced pack bottom, and a generous new hood design with two zippered stash pockets. The torso and shoulder strap support systems are fully adjustable and accommodate a variety of torso sizes. You can also fill the internal bladder sleeve with your favorite hydration system. The North Face's premiere technical pack, the Prophet 52 is athlete-tested in the most demanding mountain conditions possible.

Take the Deuter Futura Vario 50+10 Backpack on your next weekend adventure. This popular pack from Deuter keeps your gear organized and carries well with its Aircomfort Pro back system that keeps the ventilation flowing so you can keep moving and a Vari-Quick Harness System for a stable and comfortable carry. The Deuter Futura Vario 50+10 top-loader backpack is perfect for exploring new and unexplored territory.

NEW FOR 2010! The Apex 75 Backpack (Recycled) from Mountainsmith is designed for oversized loads and ambitious outdoor adventures with separate sleeping bag compartment, side stash pockets, and tool mounts to keep your gear organized and accessible. With up to 90L of carrying capacity, this multi-day expedition pack can handle anything you throw at it. Made with 450d ReDura™, the Apex 75 utilizes 24 recycled 16-ounce plastic bottles. Save the planet, go backpacking!

For "Fast and light" pursuits, the ACT Lite 65+10 Backpack from Deuter is designed in highly technical Deuter-Ripstop 210 material with special buckles and lightweight Aircontact breathable construction. Low on weight and high on features, the slender shape of the ACT Lite 65+10 along with its compact waist belt allow for freedom of movement when climbing or mountaineering. This new pack from Deuter features a huge stretch-stuff-it pocket, stretchy side pockets, and double lid buckles for added stability. This best-seller is now even better!

A favorite of NOLS instructors, the GoLite Men's Odyssey Backpacking Backpack carries the heavy stuff as well as packs weighing twice as much.

A favorite of NOLS instructors, the GoLite Women's Odyssey Backpacking Backpack carries the heavy stuff as well as packs weighing twice as much.

Perfect for day hikes and lightweight in-a-day backcountry traverses, the sleek Gregory Z 35 - R Backpacking Backpack saves weight with its roll top closure main access and minimizes rough terrain snagging . Utility in motion, this load carrying marvel uses a JetStream™ LTS Suspension with 3 waistbelt size adjustment options to manage the load, and is enhanced with a free venting-wicking shoulder harness and waist belt for all-day comfort. Performance features include a front zippered pocket and expandable front bucket pocket, dual hydration ports and sleeve, side, bottom and top compression, dual quick access waistbelt pockets, exterior side pockets with pass-through compression, and dual axe/tool attachment points.

Providing optimal ventilation without sacrificing comfort or support, the newly redesigned Osprey Atmos 50 Backpack carries your load closer to your back so you can log the miles like never before. This lightweight pack design certainly isn't the lightest on the market, but it the most comfortable and superbly detailed. Built with gender specific BioStretch™ Harness and Hipbelt for a secure fit and the AirSpeed Suspension system, the Atmos 50 can comfortably carry a load of up to 40lbs, making it ideal for active adventures, thru-hiking and superlight backpacking trips. Plenty of pockets keep you organized and dual hipbelt zippered pockets keep must-haves at your finger tips.