Hiking backpack

Hiking/trekking backpacks

The backpack is a key element in your performance, and will have a positive or negative impact on your sports sessions. An excellent hiking/trekking backpack is one with the following features:

- Large compartment for all your gear

- Multiple pockets (valuables, water bottles, front pocket, side pockets, etc.)

- Chest and/or ventral belts for a perfect fit

- Hydration system compatible for optimum comfort

- Front gear attachment system for perfect practicality

- Volume to suit your riding style

Salewa, Lowe Alpine, Osprey and many other brands offer a wide choice.

Climbing/mountaineering bag

Climbing requires specific equipment to guarantee your safety and progress, so you need the right backpack.

To begin with, it's essential to carry a rope bag to protect your equipment. Designed to provide maximum volume with minimum bulk, it will protect your ropes from dust and transport-related impacts, as well as housing small items of equipment.

Climbing/mountaineering backpacks need to have specific features, since the constraints of the terrain are considerable. If you're looking for an excellent climbing or mountaineering back pack, opt for the following features:

- No side pockets

- Full opening

- Narrow shape

- Ice axe holders

- Streamlined waist belt with gear attachment systems

- Maximum volume of 35L

Trail running backpack

Trail running, which means running on trails in a natural environment, requires, like all other sports, the right equipment for maximum performance. Referenced by Kilian Jornet, François D'Haene and Xavier Thevenard, trail running takes place in the mountains, over long distances. To cover kilometers without stopping, the following trail running backpack options are available. trail running backpackare essential:

- Hydration system compatible

- Spacious main compartment for the clothes you need

- Stretch side pockets to keep your water bottles close at hand

- Adjustable straps for a perfect fit on your back

- A small pocket on the hip belt for your snacks

Camelbak and Raidlight backpacks offer a wide choice of products.

If you don't want to wear a backpack on your outing, opt for a hydration vest from Ultimate Direction or Scott, for example. Also note that there are trail belts that perform very well over shorter distances. These are available from the brands mentioned above.

Fashion & street bags

At Alpinstore, you'll find a wide selection of fashion backpacks in all shapes and sizes: trendy, technical, handbag, shoulder bag, fanny pack ... This accessory that helps you to be well organized on every outing must not only be practical but also offer a fashion & street backpack that's pleasant to wear.

The trendy fashion backpack can come with the following features:

- Pocket designed for your laptop

- Multiple pockets for maximum functionality

- Large main pocket for your essentials

Brands such as MeroMero, Dakine, Picture and Vans offer a wide choice.

Technical backpacks such as Lowe Alpine, Osprey and Vaude feature a ventilated back, comfortable shoulder straps and numerous pockets, so they're as comfortable as possible on your shoulders.

Handbags like those offered by Roxy or Columbia ensure that you'll have the time of your life. The main compartment is often large enough to carry everything you need.

The MeroMeroshoulder bag is ultra-functional. Easy to use and very practical, the ClemLéon model, which adapts to the stroller, will delight young mothers.

The pannier and fanny pack allow you to take the bare minimum with you, while leaving you incredible freedom of movement.

Children's backpack / baby carrier

If you like to go for walks with your child, opt for a specially designed backpack. This accessory often features easy opening, a large compartment, external pockets, chest or belly straps for better support, and adjustable shoulder straps for optimum comfort.

Children's backpacks from Vaude, Lowe Alpine and Mammut are adapted to your little one's body size, ensuring that he or she has the time of his or her life.

However, if your little one is still too small to carry a backpack or to accompany you on your outings, Alpinstore suggests you opt for a baby carrier. Ideal for your little adventurer's safety, Osprey, for example, offers a baby carrier with many advantages... take a look.

Travel bag

Like any other activity, traveling requires the right equipment. If you like to travel in a rucksack, if you often go away for weekends, or if you simply don't have a rucksack to stow your belongings during transport, then Alpinstore offers you a wide choice of products.

Backpacks and travel bags come in a variety of forms: wheeled, duffel or rucksack, and it's essential that they're both functional and comfortable. Often presented with numerous pockets or adjustable volume, the travel bag must ensure you have the time of your life.

Visit our Patagonia, The North Face or Halgofs brands, for example, to find the ideal travel bag.