External Frame Backpacking Equipment

External frame backpacks usually have alluminum alloy external frames. The packs are usually fairly light, and generally have waist and sternum straps. These straps are a must have for any backapackers, shifting weight down to the waist, giving precious rest to the packer's shoulders. The Coleman Exponent Bozeman External weighs in at about 5 pounds, and has everything you need in a framed pack. The pack boasts about  3,375 cubic inches, and has several compartments with seperate accessability. The model has pass through side pockets for tent poles and a sleeping bag sling.

Internal Frame Backpacking Equipment

Internal frame equipment is stylish and nice for backpacking trips. The Kelty Tornado 4900 is a nice model that is outstanding for longer hikes and trips. The models sports and 3 liter hydration system and has all the compression straps to keep you comfortable. The Tornado also sports two seperate compartments, each with private access. The models boast an adjustable suspension offering luxury even on the hardest of trails. The 2 layer padded shoulder straps are nice and are complimented with a 3 layer padded waist belt.

Daypack Backpacking Equipment

Daypacks are nice and light, usually weighing in at about 2 pounds. They are nice for shorter trips. For longer trips, we would definitely recommend and framed pack of some kind. The Coleman Exponent Cortez Daypack is one of nicer models. The pack weighs in at only 1.7 pounds and is made of ripstop polyester.