Ski Touring Backpacks Tested
182 backpacks tested · 4 test classes · 26 brands
Four categories worth 25 points each, up to 100 total points, stars for top results.
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
ATOMIC Backland UL
16 l · 549 g · Frauen und Männer
One of the lightest daypacks in the test and on the market, Atomic's Backland UL, with its outstanding weight of 549 grams, 22-liter volume, and excellent price-performance ratio, is a good choice for budget-conscious minimalists.
139.99 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
BLACK DIAMOND Dawn Patrol 25
25 l · 1166 g · Frauen und Männer
The Dawn Patrol 25 Pack is a well-designed daypack offering quick access to shovel and probe, all at a reasonable price. The side pockets on the hip belt are useful, allowing for quick storage of small items.
170.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2025
HEAD CX 30+
30 l · 1082 g · Frauen und Männer
A comfortable daypack with good structure and well-thought-out access to the shovel and probe. The CX 30+ from Head has an attractive weight and a reasonable price. Its broader design makes it more suitable for taller individuals.
140.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2025
BLUE ICE TAKA 30
30 l · 835 g · Frauen und Männer
The Taka 30L from Blue Ice impresses with its weight and attachment options. The fit and handling are decent, though access to the shovel and probe is complicated.
170.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
ATOMIC Backland FR 24+
24 l · 1025 g · Frauen und Männer
The Backland FR 24+ from Atomic features well-designed attachment options. Top and back access were positively rated, but the shoulder straps were perceived as too minimalist and uncomfortable when fully loaded. 2025
199.99 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
SCOTT SPORTS SCOTT Patrol E2 22 Kit Pack
22 l · 2444 g · Alpride E2 · Frauen und Männer
Reasonable weight, good attachment options, and excellent carrying comfort and handling characterize the positive impression of the Patrol Ultralight E2 25. The minimalist single-compartment design leads to disadvantages in accessing the shovel and probe. Unfortunately, it's not a bargain.
1099.95 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
PIEPS JETFORCE BT 25
25 l · 3062 g · Jet Force · Frauen und Männer
The Jetforce BT 25 from Pieps shines with intuitive access to the shovel and probe; the two available sizes make it easier to fine-tune carrying comfort. The Jetforce is neither lightweight nor a bargain.
1160.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
BLUE ICE TAKA UL
20 l · 385 g · Frauen und Männer
At 385 grams, the Taka UL from Blue Ice is the lightest daypack in the test, offering a cost-effective alternative, especially for minimalists. This, of course, requires compromising on attachment options and access to the shovel and probe.
110.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
GREGORY Verte 18
18 l · 969 g · Frauen und Männer
Good organization, carrying comfort, and handling, along with good access to the shovel and probe, characterize Gregory's 18-liter daypack, the Verte 18. The attachment options are limited.
150.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2025
BLUE ICE KUME 32
32 l · 1075 g · Frauen und Männer
The Kume 32 from Blue Ice features a well-thought-out structure, allowing quick access and offering good attachment options. With 32 liters of volume, this daypack provides ample space.
180.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
EVOC Line 20
20 l · 980 g · Frauen und Männer
The Line 20 from Evoc scores with good handling and carrying comfort, as well as easy and quick access to the shovel and probe. The backpack's organization was a positive highlight. Attachment options are limited.
160.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
ATOMIC Backland 22+
22 l · 831 g · Frauen und Männer
The Backland 22+ toploader scores with an attractive weight, well-thought-out attachment options, and a separate, side-access compartment for skins/crampons. Access to the shovel and probe was deemed rather impractical due to the roll-top closure.
159.99 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
SCOTT SPORTS Mountain 25
25 l · 831 g · Frauen und Männer
The SCOTT Mountain 25 is a slender and lightweight top-loader. When fully packed, it protrudes quite high, and some testers bumped their heads against it. The padding of the back panel is minimalistic, which necessitates thoughtful packing.
149.95 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2025
BLUE ICE FIRECREST 28
28 l · 828 g · Frauen und Männer
The Firecrest 28 from Blue Ice has an attractive weight and is comfortable to carry. Access to the shovel and probe is cumbersome due to the lid closure and their placement within a main compartment.
160.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
GREGORY Verte 24
24 l · 1217 g · Frauen und Männer
Gregory's Verte 24 scores points with easy access to the shovel and probe and a structured organization. Once the difficult-to-adjust stretch hip belt is set, the daypack's carrying comfort is also good.
170.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
DYNASTAR M-22 Light
22 l · 758 g · Frauen und Männer
The M-22 Light from Dynastar stands out with its attractive weight, decent fit and handling, and low price. Attachment options are limited, and access to the shovel and probe is complicated.
120.00 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2025
MAMMUT Eiger Free 20 Removable Airbag 3.0
20 l · 1580 g · R.A.S. 3.0 · Frauen und Männer
The Eiger Free 20 Removable from Mammut scores with a very low weight of 1,580 grams including the cartridge. A good choice for uncompromising weight purists who don't want to forgo an airbag.
790.00 € RRP