8 of the best men’s backpacks for outdoor adventures

When heading out into the wild in search of adventures, whether this be the great outdoors or an urban jungle, you’re going to need a backpack that can keep up with you. Luckily, there is certainly no shortage of adventure-ready backpacks on the market and if you’re planning on getting out and exploring over the next few months, you’ll definitely want to check out our pick of 8 of the best men’s backpacks for outdoor adventures below:

Goruck Rucker Long Range Backpack | $245

The Rucker Long Range Backpack from Goruck has padded straps and the fabric used on the back panel and underside of the shoulder straps will not cause friction burn. You can even wear it shirtless and it plays well with delicate fabrics like Merino. With two large compartments and multiple pockets, there is plenty of room for supplies and you can keep everything in its place.

buy now | $245

Mystery Ranch 2-Day Assault Backpack | $219

Mystery Ranch’s latest 2-Day Assault bag hits on every one of the brand’s performance and design tenets with a streamlined aesthetic and numerous features that will make it suitable for any outdoor adventures that you’ve got planned in 2022 and beyond. The hassles of backcountry exploration, weekend camping trips, or everyday commuting don’t stand a chance against this beast of a bag.

buy now | $219

Matador Beast28 Ultralight Technical Backpack | $150

This rugged Beast28 Daypack comes from none other than Matador, which’ll be obvious to anyone who’s seen their packable gear previously. As the name suggests, the Beast28 is plenty robust, made from high-end materials and ready for any adventure. Thanks to its flexible frame suspension, even the heaviest loads feel like you’re packing pillows.

buy now | $150

Boundary Supply X-Pac Errant Pack | $249

With Bluesign® fabrics, streamlined supply chains, and high-functioning gear that stand up to hard use, a Boundary pack is the kind of backpack you buy once and use forever. The Errant Pack is an example of that commitment to endurance thanks to the high-tenacity Kodra construction and fluid organisation that effortlessly adapt to the office life, outdoor use, or in-the-field operations.

buy now | $249

WANDRD PRVKE Backpack | $184

The PRVKE Backpack from WANDRD is a heavy-duty bag that’s made to withstand the test of everyday commutes, wilderness adventures, and everything in between. First conceived to carry photography gear, its users have adopted it for just about anything they can think of at this point, thanks to its endless potential to be customised to your own carry requirements.

buy now | $184

North St. Bags Davis Daypack | $98

North St. is the kind of small business that really practices what they preach. All of their fabric is sourced in the US, all of their bags are hand-made in Portland. Designed simply and made from rainproof materials, the Davis Daypack is the perfect companion for cycling to work or taking a long afternoon hike through the foothills of Mt. Hood.

buy now | $98

Topo Designs Klettersack | $169

Built to handle any environment with a 1000D Cordura® exterior and coated pack cloth liner, heavy-duty plastic hardware and a YKK zipper, the Topo Designs Klettersack is a go-to for us at Coolector HQ. Use the natural leather lash tabs for securing extra gear or attaching a bike light. Turn your Klettersack into a camera bag by adding Topo’s Camera Cube.

buy now | $169

AER Duffel Pack 3 | $175

The AER Duffel Pack 3 is designed to simplify the way you carry, by allowing you to stash your gym and office essentials in one bag. The vertical zipper gives you full, easy access to the interior while the backpack straps make it comfortable to carry. It has a 1680D ballistic nylon exterior with eco-friendly dye process and multiple interior and exterior pockets for accessories.

buy now | $175