Before choosing a backpack, you should decide on the goals of its use. It depends on what functions the backpack will perform. There are a huge number of types of backpacks, depending on the field of their application. The design of the backpack determines its purpose. Let's highlight the main types of backpacks:
- Tourist backpacks
- Urban backpacks
- Alpine skiing and assault backpacks
- Cycling and running backpacks
- Children's backpacks
Tourist backpack
Any hike, trip, long sports event, climbing, etc. begins with the choice of a tourist backpack. The purpose of backpacks for tourism is to carry things and equipment of different weights and volumes. To make it comfortable for the traveler to carry the load, modern tourist backpacks have a functional design, are equipped with many useful accessories and details, and are made of light and durable materials. The construction of tourist backpacks is very similar, but there are several features that you should pay attention to when choosing a backpack:
- volume;
- the material from which the backpack is made;
- anatomical straps and adjustable back;
- unloading belt for large backpacks;
- hardware and additional accessories (rain cover, compartment for the drinking system, removable pockets and valves, fastening systems, etc.).
Depending on the duration of the hike or trip, choose the volume of the backpack. So, a trekking backpack with a volume of 40-50 liters is suitable for a 3-4 day hike. Such backpacks are usually made of light materials, so they are not designed for heavy loads and do not have additional pockets or loops for hanging additional equipment. In such backpacks, it is worth paying attention to the weight of the cargo they are designed for. For longer hikes, choose backpacks with a volume of 50 liters or more. Such backpacks are usually equipped with a rigid frame, shoulder straps and an anatomically shaped unloading belt, an adjustable back, additional slings, ties, loops and fastening systems for equipment. The material in such backpacks is stronger, as they are designed for a greater weight of cargo. These backpacks are in the greatest demand due to their versatility and durability. Backpacks from 20 to 40 liters are suitable for trekking or one- or two-day hikes. Such backpacks are usually made of lightweight materials and are not designed for heavy loads.
City backpacks
Designed for everyday use in the city, when traveling to work, study or sports events. Such backpacks usually have a volume of up to 25 liters and are made of strong wear-resistant materials. There are school and student backpacks for school supplies, office backpacks for work trips, with compartments for laptops, tablets, documents or other necessary things, and have a functional organizer. Modern manufacturers follow fashion trends and make not only comfortable and functional, but also very stylish backpacks. Sports backpacks are usually similar to large tourist counterparts, but only smaller in volume and stand out in a large number of bright colors.
Alpine ski and assault backpacks usually have a volume of up to 40 liters and have a high-tech design. Specially designed for skiing and snowboarding or for fast mountain assaults. They have additional compartments for avalanche equipment and many attachment points and loops for ice axes, snowshoes, skis, snowboards and hanging equipment. Such backpacks are made of lightweight materials and have a special shape for better flow and fit to the back.
Cycling and running backpacks
Designed for placing a drinking system, a small amount of things or tools and additional equipment. Such backpacks usually have a volume of up to 15 liters and are extremely light. Bicycle backpacks can be equipped with a special frame mesh to ensure ventilation between the backpack and the back while riding. Can have additional fasteners for a bicycle helmet and pockets for small items. Running backpacks, on the other hand, fit snugly against your back and have multiple external pockets, including on the straps and waist, to distribute weight and have quick access to contents. There are also bike bags that attach directly to the bike. It can be attached to the trunk (bicycles have the shape of "pants"), to the frame or steering wheel. They are made of durable and water-repellent materials and are resistant to abrasion. They have reflective elements.
Children's backpacks, depending on the age of the child, are very different in design, size, and functionality. These can be backpacks for carrying children, which have a special design and do not look like ordinary backpacks. There are backpacks for small children, which will accommodate a couple of toys, school backpacks for children or hiking backpacks for different age groups.
The modern outdoor market offers a huge selection of backpack manufacturers. We are official distributors of the most famous global brands, the products of which are always in stock at our warehouses and stores: Pinguin, Tatonka, Acepac, Black Diamond, Tasmanian Tiger, Lowe Alpine, POC, Jones, Pieps, Rab.
You can choose backpacks of different price categories and for any purpose.