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Backcountry.com The Years Best - Top Gear Picks From Winter 09/10

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Black Diamond Mountain Hardwear The North Face

DAKINE Heli Pro DLX 16L Backpack - 1000cu in

Your buddy starts carving the first tracks, but he looks a bit wobbly. You quickly pull your camera out of the waterproof waist-belt pocket on your DAKINE Heli Pro DLX Backpack.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$94.95

DAKINE Heli Pro 20L Winter Pack - 1200cu in

You’re just hitting the backcountry for a few laps—no need to have a big, half-empty pack flopping around on your back. The DAKINE Heli Pro 20L Winter Pack carries your goggles, shovel, probe, and skis or snowboard.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$84.95

DAKINE Heli Pro Backpack - 450cu in - Kids'

Made for complete days in the backcountry, the DAKINE Heli Pro Backpack has dedicated storage for your avalanche gear and carries your board or skis when you're not getting nipple deep in pow.

Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$49.95

Burton Rider's Pack - 25L

Whether you’re boot packing or sitting on the seat of a sled, the Burton Rider's Pack holds all the gear needed for a successful day of shredding.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$84.95

DAKINE Mission Backpack - 1600cu in

Pack up the Dakine Mission Backpack before you head across campus this fall or hit the resort this winter. Dakine gave this pack a vertical board carry to haul your skateboard or snow-stick.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$64.95

Gregory Baltoro 70 Backpack - 4149-4638cu in

The Gregory Baltoro 70 Backpack is an ideal weekend pack for hikers who like to stay organized, thanks to its three access points into the main compartment and a large front pocket.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
ON SALE:
$231.96 - $289.95 (20% off)

DAKINE District Bag - 750cu in

The slick, compact DAKINE District 750cu in Bag carries your laptop, high-tech gear, and ski or surf porn of choice when you commute to work or jet-set around the world chasing the endless summer or winter.

Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$59.95

The North Face Primero 70 Backpack - 3950-4600cu in

The Primero 70 Backpack uses The North Face's vented back panel to provide excellent air circulation and keep you cool during scorching hot days on the trail.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
Price:
$318.95

Osprey Packs Argon 70 Backpack - 4300-4700cu in

Osprey loaded the Argon 70 Backpack with every plush feature the company could think of, from an ultra-padded waist-belt to an integrated hydration system.

* Available Sizes:M, L, XL
Price:
$348.95

CamelBak Hydration Pack Cleaning Kit

CamelBak's Hydration Pack Cleaning Kit makes it easy for you to clean out that mossy stuff growing in your water reservoir.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$19.95

Quiksilver Strange Days Backpack - 1539cu in

The Quiksilver 1539cu in Strange Days Backpack will safely transport your belongings no matter what random path you choose to explore. Padded shoulder straps and a padded back make the walk to the store to sell off your books super comfortable.

Available Sizes:One Size
ON SALE:
$43.96 (20% off)

MSR Hydration Kit - For use with any MSR Bag

The MSR Hydration Kit converts an MSR Dromedary Bag into a hands-free hydration system.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$19.95

Osprey Packs Argon 85 Backpack - 5100-5500cu in

The Osprey Argon 85 Backpack carries all you need for a whole week in the hills and, thanks to the ReCurve Suspension system, keeps you comfortable every step of the way.

* Available Sizes:M, L, XL
Price:
$378.95

Osprey Packs Xenon 70 Backpack - Women's - 3900-4300cu in

Though Osprey sized the Women's Xenon 70 Backpack for weekend trips, they also included comfort features normally seen only on the biggest load-haulers.

* Available Sizes:XS, S, M
Price:
$348.95

The North Face Insider Bag - 1400cu in

Ballistic nylon construction and additional organizational components make The North Face Insider Bag as bombproof as it is practical.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$138.95

The North Face Primero 60 Backpack - 3350-3950cu in

The North Face Primero 60 Backpack is practically immune to outdatedness. Its foundation: X-Radial suspension, which pivots with your body while providing superb weight distribution.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
Price:
$308.95

Black Diamond RPM Backpack - 1587cu in

The Black Diamond RPM Backpack's 1lb 4oz weight and low-profile design make it a great choice for ultralight day hikes and trad routes when you need to lead with a pack.

* Available Sizes:S/M, M/L
Price:
$99.90

Mountainsmith Recycled Series Tour Lumbar Pack - 488cu in

The Mountainsmith Recycled Series Tour Lumbar Pack will comfortably haul your gear on any length day hike you dare undertake. The Tour is expertly equipped to ensure the mid-sized loads it can carry are evenly distributed and compressed securely against your body.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$69.95

Quiksilver Point Blank Backpack - 2340cu in

The tide charts are saying tomorrow is the day, so get ready the night before and stash everything you’ll need, besides your board, in the Quiksilver Point Blank 2340-cubic-inch Backpack.

Available Sizes:One Size
ON SALE:
$67.96 (20% off)

Burton Distortion Backpack - 30L

The Burton Distortion Backpack stashes all your goods for an epic afternoon skate session.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$69.95

Crumpler Barney Rustle Blanket Messenger Bag - 854cu in

The fully-featured Crumpler Barney Rustle Blanket Messenger Bag makes bike rides and urban travels as hassle-free as possible.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$124.95

Granite Gear Alpine Vapor Backpack - 3300-3900cu in

Shave weight and cover more ground in the mountains with the Granite Gear Alpine Vapor Backpack.

* Available Sizes:Short, Regular, Long
ON SALE:
$151.96 (20% off)

Roxy Andaluz Backpack - Women's

Fend off interrogations by pimply hall monitors with the stash of forg.. uhh.. carefully approved hall passes in your Women’s Roxy Andaluz Backpack.

Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$45.95

Osprey Packs Xenon 85 Backpack - Women's - 4700-5100cu in

Osprey created the Xenon 85 Backpack for women who demand comfort when they hit the trail for a weekend or longer.

* Available Sizes:XS, S, M
Price:
$378.95

Gregory Z 30 Backpack - 1650-1920cu in

Thanks to a lightweight suspension system, the Gregory Z30 Backpack keeps your gear comfortable on your back, so you can handle your day hike or morning summit trip without feeling like you have a 50 pound safe strapped to your back.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
ON SALE:
$111.16 - $129.95 (14% off)

JanSport Wasabi Backpack - 1800cu in

The Jansport Wasabi Backpack carries everything you need for a day at school or a study night at the sushi bar.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$39.90

Integral Designs Silcoat Pack Cover

When it starts to rain on your backpacking trips, slip Integral Designs' Silcoat Pack Cover over your backpack and keep all your goodies dry.

* Available Sizes:S, L
Price:
$29.95 - $34.95

The North Face Prophet 45 Backpack - 2500-3000cu in

When you need a streamlined pack for your fast-and-light summit approach, look to The North Face Prophet 45 Backpack to get the job done.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
Price:
$218.95

MSR Spigot Cap

The Dromedary Spigot Cap, which works with all MSR water carriers, offers a blast of water great for camp kitchens, showers, pot filling and dish duty.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$9.95

The North Face Ligero 35 Backpack - 2150-2450cu in

The North Face Ligero 35 Backpack does it right and light with X-2 aluminum suspension stays and strategically placed suspension straps.

* Available Sizes:S/M
Price:
$158.95

Oakley Computer Bag 2.0

Carry your ‘puter in the Oakley Computer Bag 2.0 on business trips and stop stressing about looking like a pasty blogger. More features than a major movie studio make this ballistic nylon computer bag the choice for action bloggers everywhere.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$150.00

The North Face Heckler Backpack - 2050cu in

Pack your trail gear in The North Face Heckler Backpack and smirk at all those suckers going to work—you're taking the day off.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$84.95

Osprey Packs Kode 22 Backpack - 1200-1400cu in

For quick dawn patrols and heading out the gate at the resort, the Osprey Kode 22 Backpack stores your avalanche safety gear and other mountain essentials.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
Price:
$118.95

Mountainsmith Recycled Series Day Lumbar Pack - 854cu in

The Mountainsmith Recycled Series Day Lumbar Pack hauls your gear comfortably on any length day hike you dare undertake. Mountainsmith consistently comes up with nice touches to their gear, like an Omni Belt that easily handles heavy loads, then tucks out of sight for convenience.

* Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$79.95

Oakley Planetary Backpack - 1479cu in

The Oakley Planetary Backpack features simple functionality and cosmic style. Adjustable, padded shoulder straps keep your clavicle comfortable during urban dog days and long hours on campus.

Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$40.00

The North Face Primero 65 Backpack - Women's - 3650-3950cu in

The North Face Women's Primero Backpack relies on the trail-proven X-Radial suspension system, which pivots with you so you can focus your energy on the summit.

* Available Sizes:S, M
Price:
$308.95

Gregory Denali Pro 105 Backpack - 6100-7000cu in

The Gregory Denali Pro Backpack is their flagship expedition pack for month-long endeavors. Cavernous volume allows you to haul gear for the most serious outings anywhere on the planet.

* Available Sizes:M, L
Price:
$499.95

Gregory Jade 50 Backpack - Women's - 2750-3350cu in

The lightweight Gregory Women's Jade 50 Backpack carries everything you need for a weekend backpacking trip, a day at the climbing crags, or a longer ultralight backpacking journey. You can comfortably carry up to 35 pounds of gear in this backpack.

* Available Sizes:XS
Price:
$198.95

Osprey Packs Kode 30 Backpack - 1600-2000cu in

Inbounds, out the gate, or full-on backcountry—the Osprey Kode 30 Backpack doesn’t discriminate when it comes to a day out on the snow.

* Available Sizes:S
Price:
$138.95

CamelBak H.O.S.S Pack - 3L

Thanks to a waterproof roll-top closure and a back panel that promotes airflow like mad, the CamelBak H.O.S.S. Pack keeps your gear and your back dry on epic mountain bike rides.

Available Sizes:One Size
Price:
$149.95


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