Follow Us On Twitter Like Us on Facebook (FastPitch) Like Us on Facebook (SlowPitch)AMPLIFI HQ is right in the heart of the mountains, so we get onto the hill when we can drag ourselves away from the development lab. This means our passion is bringing you the best in hard wearing, highly specc’ed backpacks that look great, and give you everything you need for a great day riding. We work with our team riders to keep it cutting edge, but make sure that we consult with regular seasoners and weekend warriors to keep it real. Working closely with young up and coming stars of tomorrow, established veterans and park kids, has allowed us to develop a collection of rucksacks packed with amazing features. We started with the essentials, and turned the dial to eleven – offering you every feature you can think of, plus a few you didn’t even know you needed, but we’re sure will quickly become indispensible. Our research and development team ensures that every tiny component, every stitch, every hook and pocket is in exactly the place you need it.

Every good bag starts with a shape. The shape of a pack dictates how the load is distributed on your body, the way the load is distributed dictates how comfortable you feel, the more comfortable you feel, the less quickly you get fatigued. This means, longer, harder, faster and more exhilarating riding. We continuously strive to perfect our design, making sure to cut away the fat where we don’t need it, ensuring that the load stays low-and-close to your body to eliminate the swinging loads that can throw you off balance. This means that every ounce of energy you expend is dedicated to your riding, and not compensating for having a lunchbox on your back! Meetings in the design office at AMPLIFI can get super geeky. We’ve spent countless hours zipping and unzipping bags to achieve zipPERfection. (Oh that’s a good one bag nerds!) That’s right, we’re zipper nerds and we’re proud of it! Taking the highest quality YKK zippers and upgrading them with our custom molded DURAFLEX® anti-snag stretch pulls means, no more snags, no more ripping off zippers, way more awesome.

It’s not just zippers that get our pulses racing. We’ve picked the highest quality technical fabrics that we could find. Our science team at AMPLIFI have tested the hell out of them, and we believe we’ve found the optimum weight to strength ratio – that’ll hold everything you want, and still stay in one piece even when you’re throwing it around.backpack anwb That’s not to mention our supertuff Hypalon detailing on the shoulder straps. booq boa backpack laptop bagNot only does it add a waterproof cover to our hydration hose entry and exit system on the straps, but it also creates a virtually bulletproof connection between the bag and the straps to ensure ultimate reliability. eberlestock packs ebay

We say “virtually bulletproof”, but this is the stuff that the military uses to make their inflatable watercraft actually bulletproof. For all this technical wizardry and insanity has a point – to deliver to our customers the ultimate backpack for having fun on the hill. AMPLIFI is proud of each and every product that we produce. swissgear lancer laptop backpackWe are a small, incredibly hard working team of ADD creative geniuses, OCD madmen and passionate engineers that are fastidiously dedicated to making each and every rider feel the way we do when we get it “just right”.yaesu 857d backpackWhen gearing up for an outdoor adventure, theres a lot youll need to bring. laptop bags that fit asus g75For a short trip, youll want snacks, water, a first aid kit, a camera, and maybe a rain jacket if the forecast isnt 100percent in your favor. shsu backpack

All of the above plus a stove, a tent, a sleeping bag, a sleeping pad, food, water treatment, “town clothes” the list goes on and on.Knowing just how much youre going to bring on your hike is really the first step to choosing an ideal backpack. Pack size is determined by carrying capacity (measured in liters), and youll want to be sure you have the right size pack for your trip. Too big and you’re carrying around extra weight. Too small and you’ll have to sacrifice something that could keep your hike safe and comfortable. Having to choose between a tent and a sleeping bag because your pack isnt big enough is a recipe for disaster, but at the other end, you don’t want a floppy 85L pack just to carry around a water bottle and some granola. These top pack choices have been sorted by size from small to large to help you choose the right one.Sometimes, one pack(the Osprey Atmos, for example) will come in different sizes (small, medium, and large), different carrying capacities (50L and 65L), and will also have a womens version (the Osprey Aura) that includes all of the same features, but is designed to fit more comfortably on a womans body.

The best way to find out which specifications best fit your needs is to try the pack on. Reading hiking backpack reviews isnt as helpful as actually adjusting a backpack and all of its various straps to fit your body and loading it up with some weight, even if that means buying it and having to ship it back or going to a retailer to try it on. You dont want to regret your pack choice three hours into the trail, and a test run will help make carrying everything you need as comfortable as it can possibly be.Whether youre looking for a pack to accommodatea five-month thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail or an afternoon jaunt through the forest right outside your city, these are the top-notch options to kick offyour search.The simple, thin design of the Deuter Speed Lite allows for full range of motion with your arms, and an ultralight frame allows this pack to maintain its shape. As with all Deuter packs, if you ever run into trouble just check inside the pack for the SOS label which features instructions in case of an emergency.20L backpack and 10L backpack also available.

Most packs this size skip the hip belt pockets, but the Miwok kept them, along with a host of other features such as an expandable outside mesh pocket and easy access to use and refill a hydration system. The shoulder straps and hip belt are both attached to the pack with elastic, which lets the Miwok move with your body during active pursuits.Weight: 1 lb. 6 oz.Womens Gregory Maya also available.20L The North Face AngstromDesigned for day hikes, the Angstrom has an integrated rain cover and a reinforced bottom so you wont have to worry about setting it down. The crossed elastic laces make it easy to carry a rain jacket on the outside of the pack, while the hip belt pulls tight from the outside in rather than the inside, to better ensure a great fit.Weight: 1 lb. 9 oz.20L Womens Angstrom also available.This throwback design is backed up by incredibly durable materials, making the Bygone a great pack for short day hikes or just toting around town. With four different colors ranging from Russet to Midnight Navy, youll find one that fits your style.

Weight: 1 lb. 8 oz.28L Eddie Bauer Bacon PackEddie Bauers Bacon Pack has a zip-top closure, which opens all the way up, so you can easily access the main compartment of the pack. This pack is designed to keep the weight high and tight, giving you a full range of movement while still carrying what you need.Weight: 1 lb. 7 oz.The Fjallraven Bergen has a removable waterproof liner to keep everything in the main compartment dry, especially when combined with the lack of zippers (they have a tendency to leak) and the roll-top enclosure. It also features hip belt pockets that are massive for a pack of this size.Weight: 2 lbs. 11 oz.40L Hyperlight Mountain Gear 2400 WindriderIf youve narrowed your gear list down to the bare essentials and want the pack to complement your ultralight load, the Windrider is right for you. The minimalist, waterproof design is capped by a roll-top enclosure, which is great for easily adjusting the size of your pack to suit your load.Weight: 1 lb. 12 oz.70L backpack and 55L backpack also available.

The Exos is a lightweight pack designed for long-distance travel. To make it even lighter, you can take the top lid off and still keep your stuff secure with the FlapJacket cover. Mesh pockets on both shoulder straps let you keep small items or snacks easily accessible during your hike.Weight: 2 lbs. 5 oz.58L backpack and 38L backpack also available.Thule is a Swedish company known for its roof racks and cargo carriers, but it offers a great pack, too. The bottom thirdis waterproof, while the top two-thirds can be covered by an integrated rain cover.Weight: 4 lbs. 1 oz.70L backpack and 60L backpack also available.Womens Thule Versant also available.Previous generations of the Osprey Atmos featured their AirSpeed suspension, but their new Antigravity system has improved on what was already an incredible design. Rather than having your back flush against the pack, the suspended support system helps to distribute the weight evenly over your back, hips, and shoulders. The result is an exceptionally comfortable pack that keeps you cooler when the hiking gets hot.

Womens Osprey Aura also available.Previously, Black Diamond aimed their pack designs exclusively towards mountaineering and climbing, but the Element was built from the ground up for hiking and backpacking. With a clean design reminiscent of their more technical climbing packs, the Elements Swing Arm shoulder strap design helps the pack move with your stride instead of sitting rigidly on your back. Weight: 3 lbs. 4 oz.Womens Black Diamond Elixir also available.The split hip belt on the Long Trail is built wider than almost any pack youll find on the market, resulting in a pack that feels like its hugging you the whole time as it transfers the weight off your back and onto your hips. The extra long zipper toggles are a nice touch, making this pack a fine choice when wearing gloves or mittens on a winter hike.Weight: 4 lb. 12 oz.Womens EMS Long Trail also available.With its adjustable hip belt and shoulder strap harness system, youll have no problem finding a comfortable fit with the Osprey Volt.

A traditional design without any gimmicks makes this pack a great value buy, and at just over four pounds, it wont add much weight to your load.Weight: 4 lbs. 1 oz.Womens Osprey Viva also available.75L Gregory Baltoro Goal ZeroGregorys Baltoro line has long been the Cadillac of packs, with full-featured designs that are comfortable even when carrying heavy loads. The Goal Zero raises the bar further with its integrated solar charger. Previously, hikers seeking to keep their devices charged would have had to attach a solar charger as best they could to the top of their pack, but the Goal Zero has smoothly packaged all of the components.Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz.Womens Gregory Deva also available.105L Mountain Hardwear BMG OutDrySometimes you just need to carry everything, and for that, look no further than the Mountain Hardwear BMG. Swallowing an incredible 105 liters worth of gear, this no-frills pack is designed for long and heavy approaches on mountaineering expeditions. The waterproof membrane will keep your gear dry without any need for a rain cover.