When you go hiking, the backpack is essential regardless of the duration, the difficulty… Alpinstore guides you in your search for the perfect backpack, adapted to your practice, comfortable and practical. Whether you want to choose a backpack for hiking, whether you are going to do the GR20 in Corsica, Camino de Santiago, a day hike at Lac Blanc or an afternoon in the Brocéliande forest, we help you find the backpack that suits you best.

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To do this, there are several criteria that can guide you in your choice: to complete your equipment, also think about hiking equipment and technical hiking clothing that are suitable.

1. The volume and weight of the backpack

First, you need to choose the right capacity of your hiking backpack based on your practice. Indeed, you will not have the same needs if you go for a day or for several days. Depending on your practice and if you are looking to travel as light as possible, weight is also a determining criterion in your choice. Obviously, the larger the backpack, the heavier it is because it has a carrying system to better distribute the weight of the backpack.

- For a day hike

For this kind of hike that can last only 2 hours or a whole day, you will need at least a water bottle and an insulating jacket, possibly a picnic, a camera, a fleece, etc. Depending on what you do and what you need, small volume hiking backpacks are recommended for you. That is, a backpack between 10 and 35 liters.

- For a hike over 2 to 3 days with accommodation

If you plan to go on a multi-day hike and sleep in a refuge, you will need a bit more gear, we recommend taking a backpack of 35 to 45 liters.

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- For trekking: multi-day hikes with camping in the wild

For long treks with camping, we recommend backpacks with a capacity between 50 and 80 liters to carry all the essentials: sleeping bag, tent, camping utensils, food, water, and your clothing. Complete your equipment with our selection of camping and trekking gear for an optimal experience.

- For long trips with accommodation

Are you going on a road trip or a world tour? Backpacks of more than 80 liters are the best choice for you, allowing you to carry a maximum of belongings in a practical and comfortable way. Also consider choosing a sturdy waterproof backpack to protect your personal belongings.

2. The carrying comfort and practicality of the backpack

To choose your backpack well, it is important that it is comfortable, so you need to pay attention to the carrying system, which consists of several elements:

- The frames of the backpacks that allow the weight of the backpack to be transferred to your hips while accompanying your movements during walking, thus providing a feeling of greater lightness.

- The breathability and moisture wicking with a back ventilated by porous materials or a taut back (with space between the back and the backpack to allow air to pass more easily).

- The adjustments: it is important to be able to adjust your backpack to your body shape to optimize carrying comfort. Don't forget to add to your shopping list the hiking pole equipment as well as the best priced hiking equipment to leave with peace of mind.

Depending on the models, a backpack has several compartments, several pockets that are more or less practical depending on your adventure. It is important to optimize access and storage of your belongings, especially if you are going on a trek. You will find all the necessary information on our product sheets.

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3. The accessories of your backpack

Some backpacks come with very practical accessories such as:

- A waterproof cover also called a "rain cover", which will protect your backpack in case of light rain and against humidity at night.

- A specific compartment for hydration, so you can put a water bladder in it.

- Various external attachments may be present to make it easier to carry poles, crampons, ice axes, tents, sleeping pads, etc. Also consider checking our selection of hiking compasses online to embark on your expeditions more serenely.