Black Friday hiking luggage

Choosing your volume before your model

A bag that’s too small forces you to leave behind the essentials, while a bag that’s too big encourages you to take everything. Start with the duration of your trip, then browse the pages by volume: bags under twenty litres for a light day, thirty-litre bags for a full day, and fifty-litre bags for several days.

Packs, accessories and special bags

Packs keep a phone or a map within reach, and luggage accessories include covers, straps, and pouches. For families, there are also children's backpacks and baby carriers.

Luggage brands

The filter on the page shows Élémenterre, Granite Gear, Helly Hansen, Peak Mountain, and TSL. A selection that ranges from city bags to more technical bags, allowing you to compare construction, back support, and storage options.

Completing the gear

A bag makes sense with the right outfit: jackets and windbreakers go at the bottom, and textile accessories slide into the side pockets.

Other deals to check out

The hiking clearance and hiking sales add end-of-line models to compare with this page.

Thinking of your back first

A poorly adjusted bag tires you more than a heavier, well-fitted bag. Adjust the belt on your hips, tighten the straps without compressing your shoulders, and keep the weight close to your back. A ventilated back reduces sweating, which is helpful in summer.

Luggage maintenance

After a trip, empty your bag, shake off the dust, and let it dry open. Brush off any muddy areas, rinse with clear water if needed, and avoid the washing machine as it damages foams and coatings. A well-maintained bag lasts for many seasons.

Criteria for comparing bags

Beyond volume, look at the empty weight, strap quality, the presence of a belt, and the type of back. A lighter bag leaves more weight for useful equipment. Easy access to the contents, from the top or through a side opening, simplifies breaks.

For a family, also consider children's backpacks and baby carriers, which require careful adjustment.

Before finalising a bag, load it at home with the expected weight and walk around for a few minutes: the straps and back feel better in real conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find a cheap hiking backpack?

On the volume pages of this section, like the thirty-litre bags, which collect the Black Friday deals.

What volume for a day hike?

Between twenty and thirty litres is usually sufficient. Check the smaller bags if you're packing light.

And for a multi-day trek?

A bag around fifty litres will accommodate sleeping gear and clothing. The page for fifty-litre bags lists some options.

What are packs used for?

For keeping essentials within reach without removing the bag: see packs.

What accessories protect the contents from rain?

A cover or waterproof pouches make a difference, available on the luggage accessories page.