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.
Airbag Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
MAMMUT Free 22 Removable Airbag 3.0
22 l · 2245 g · R.A.S. 3.0 · Frauen und Männer
The Mammut Free 22 Removable Airbag 3.0 back and top loader pack is the prime example in the test of airbag packs up to 25 liters. It excels in all test categories, particularly with its outstanding price-performance ratio. A top choice as a daypack.
779.90 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
MAMMUT Pro 35 Removable Airbag 3.0
35 l · 2623 g · R.A.S. 3.0 · Frauen und Männer
The Mammut Pro 35 Removable Airbag 3.0 is superbly structured, offers intuitive access to the shovel and probe, excellent handling, and carrying comfort. Its great weight and price positively round off the overall picture. Thanks to effective side compression options, it's also a top choice as a daypack.
879.90 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
MAMMUT Tour 30 Removable Airbag 3.0
30 l · 2522 g · R.A.S. 3.0 · Frauen und Männer
The Mammut Tour 30 Removable Airbag 3.0 has a great weight, well-designed attachment options, adapts well to different body sizes, and scores with a very good price-performance ratio.
819.90 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
BCA STASH PRO 22
22 l · 1061 g · Frauen und Männer
The Stash Pro 22 is the highest-scoring daypack in the test. The practical side compartment for skins/crampons is impressive, and the attachment options are well-conceived. It fits comfortably, and access to the shovel and probe is intuitive. A top-tier daypack.
200.00 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
MAMMUT Tour 30 Women Removable Airbag 3.0
30 l · 2480 g · R.A.S. 3.0 · Frauen
The Tour 30 Women Removable Airbag 3.0 from Mammut, designed for women, excels in all test categories. Good weight, excellent fit, simple and intuitive operation, and a very good price-performance ratio characterize this backpack. A prime choice for all women. All
819.90 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
DEUTER Alproof 32
32* l · 2852 g · Alpride E2 · Frauen und Männer
The Deuter Alproof 32 is a top-loader equipped with the Alpride E2 system, distinguished by its well-thought-out attachment options, excellent carrying comfort, and intuitive access to the shovel and probe. Cleverly, the helmet net can also serve as a storage pouch. The high price mars an otherwise entirely positive overall impression.
1300.00 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
EVOC LINE R.A.S. PROTECTOR 22
22 l · 2440 g · R.A.S. 3.0 · Frauen und Männer
The Line R.A.S. Protector 22 from Evoc features an integrated back protector and can be remotely triggered, offering an extra layer of safety. This well-balanced backpack, equipped with intelligently designed compartments and Mammut's R.A.S. airbag system, delivers top-tier handling and carrying comfort.
915.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
GREGORY Women’s Targhee 24
24 l · 1168 g · Frauen
The Women’s Targhee 24, designed for women, impressed with its versatile and well-thought-out attachment options, quick access to shovel and probe, and a secure fit. An excellent choice for women.
195.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
ORTOVOX Ravine 28
28 l · 1000 g · Frauen und Männer
Ortovox's Ravine 28 toploader features an extra side-accessible compartment for crampons and/or skins. The daypack is lightweight and offers well-thought-out and numerous attachment options.
200.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
BLACK DIAMOND Dawn Patrol 25 Pack
25 l · 1140 g · Frauen und Männer
The Dawn Patrol 25 Pack is a well-designed daypack featuring quick access to the shovel and probe, and an attractive price-performance ratio. The side pockets attached to the hip belt are useful, allowing for quick storage of small items.
150.00 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
BCA FLOAT 32
32 l · 2942 g · BCA FLOAT 2.0 · Frauen und Männer
The Float from BCA is not a lightweight, but it's great to carry, easily customizable, and can even be triggered remotely. It is well-structured and offers intuitive access to the shovel and probe. A reasonable price-performance ratio.
875.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
SCOTT SPORTS Patrol E2 30
30 l · 2791 g · Alpride E2 · Frauen und Männer
The Patrol E2 30 toploader from Scott Sports scores points with well-engineered attachment options and good access to the shovel and probe. Unfortunately, it falls a bit short in terms of carrying comfort and handling.
1099.95 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
BCA FLOAT E2-35
36 l · 2891 g · Alpride E2 · Frauen und Männer
The Float E2-35 from BCA is equipped with the Alpride E2 system. The backpack's attachment options and organization are well-thought-out; the skins and crampon compartment were particularly impressive. The price-performance ratio somewhat tarnishes an otherwise very positive overall impression.
1350.00 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
ABS SPORTS A.LIGHT E
10 l · 2327 g · Alpride E2 · Frauen und Männer
The A.Light E backpack from ABS is equipped with the Alpride E2 system and stands out positively due to its ZipOn system. The volume can be varied in just a few steps; excellent weight and good attachment options complete the positive impression. The price is at the upper end of the scale.
1199.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
MAMMUT Aenergy ST 20–25
20–25 l · 687 g · Frauen und Männer
The Mammut Aenergy ST 20-25, equipped with a roll-top and a lid, is super lightweight, scores with well-thought-out and good attachment options, as well as an excellent price-performance ratio.
155.00 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
OSPREY Soelden Pro Avy 32
32 l · 2958 g · Alpride E2 · Männer
The robust top-loader Soelden Pro from Osprey, designed for men, is unfortunately neither a bargain nor a lightweight. The backpack features well-designed access to the probe and shovel and good attachment options. Prices in this category in Euro: As of June 2023
1500.00 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
BCA FLOAT 22
22 l · 2780 g · BCA FLOAT 2.0 · Frauen und Männer
The well-organized and comfortable-to-carry top-loader Float 22 from BCA is distinguished by intuitive access to the shovel and probe, and offers excellent value for money. Alle
825.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
MAMMUT Nirvana 25
25 l · 1041 g · Männer
The Mammut Nirvana 25 is a top-loading daypack designed for men, features rather minimalist attachment options, but excels with top carrying comfort, easy adjustability, intuitive access to the shovel and probe, and a great price.
150.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
DEUTER Freescape Lite 26
26 l · 1119 g · Frauen und Männer
The compact and well-structured Freescape Lite 26 toploader daypack from Deuter stands out with excellent carrying comfort, easy handling, and balanced performance across all test categories. All
180.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
BCA STASH 20
20 l · 1122 g · Frauen und Männer
Top-notch carrying comfort and adjustability, as well as intuitive access to the shovel and probe, distinguish BCA's attractively priced Stash 20. Operating the hip buckle with gloves on is challenging.
135.00 € RRP
Airbag Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
BCA Float 12
12 l · 2700 g · BCA FLOAT 2.0 · Frauen und Männer
The compact and comfortable top-loader Float 12 from BCA performs respectably in all test categories, particularly scoring points with its excellent value for money.
775.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2023
OSPREY Soelden 30
32 l · 1174 g · Männer
The Soelden 30 toploader from Osprey, designed for men, performs in the midfield across all test categories; it doesn't stand out anywhere, but also doesn't fall short anywhere. A good choice for men who want to carry a fair amount on day trips.
180.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
MAMMUT Nirvana 18
18 l · 999 g · Frauen und Männer
The Nirvana 18 from Mammut is among the lighter daypacks in the test, featuring rather minimalist attachment options. It carries very comfortably and offers quick access to the shovel and probe. Excellent price.
130.00 € RRP
Skitouren Rucksäcke bis 25 Liter · Test 2023
ATOMIC Backland FR 24+
24 l · 1397 g · Frauen und Männer
The Backland FR 24+ from Atomic features well-designed attachment options. Top and back panel access were positively rated, but the minimalist shoulder straps were perceived as too minimalist and noticeable when fully loaded.
239.99 € RRP