• Front-facing image of a gray and black Ampex hiking backpack with orange accents and multiple compartments.
  • Ampex hiking backpack standing upright on the ground, with a person kneeling beside it in outdoor gear.
  • Graphic highlighting hydration organization, hip belt pockets, removable top lid, load-level adjustment, and hip belt adjustment.
  • Backpack shown from the side, displaying depth and structure.
  • Diagram showing backpack dimensions (26 x 13.8 x 11.4 in), capacity, fit range (5’7”–6’7”), weight (4 lbs 5 oz / 1.96 kg), and made from 100% recycled polyester.
  • Backpack shown from the side, displaying depth and structure.
  • Close-up of detached top lid pouch placed inside a tent.
  • Camelback hose clipped into the strap of the backpack.
  • Close-up of a small pocket on the backpack shoulder strap holding a smartphone.
  • Close-up of the hip belt pocket on the Ampex backpack, unzipped with a vanilla bean GU energy gel partially inside.
  • Elastic mesh side pocket carrying a slimmer water bottle
  • Backpack covered with orange Ampex rain cover for weather protection.
  • Full hiking backpack shown on a person’s back, with a water bottle in the side pocket and a sleeping pad strapped to the bottom.
  • Two hikers walking through a forest trail, each carrying a gray and black Ampex hiking backpack with orange accents.
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Hiking Backpack 50L

$89.99
$149.99
$89.99
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    • Adjustable frame, sternum strap, and hipbelt for a precise and comfortable fit
    • Ventilated back panel and shoulder straps for comfort and breathability
    • Built-in internal hydration reservoir sleeve (bladder not included)
    • Easy-access water bottle pockets on each side
    • Hip belt pockets for storing smaller items like cell phone, keys, and snacks
    • Drawstring top for quick and easy access
    • Removable top lid attaches inside any AMPEX tent for convenient portability of smaller camping essentials
    • Dedicated sleeping bag compartment with dual zipper closure
    • Top lid also converts to a small pack for excursions from basecamp
    • Rain cover included in bottom pocket
    • View support documentation

    MINIMUM TRAIL WEIGHT: 4 lb 5 oz | 1.96 kg

    PROTECTED BY A LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

    Front-facing image of a gray and black Ampex hiking backpack with orange accents and multiple compartments.
    Ampex hiking backpack standing upright on the ground, with a person kneeling beside it in outdoor gear.
    Graphic highlighting hydration organization, hip belt pockets, removable top lid, load-level adjustment, and hip belt adjustment.
    Backpack shown from the side, displaying depth and structure.
    Diagram showing backpack dimensions (26 x 13.8 x 11.4 in), capacity, fit range (5’7”–6’7”), weight (4 lbs 5 oz / 1.96 kg), and made from 100% recycled polyester.
    Backpack shown from the side, displaying depth and structure.
    Close-up of detached top lid pouch placed inside a tent.
    Camelback hose clipped into the strap of the backpack.
    Close-up of a small pocket on the backpack shoulder strap holding a smartphone.
    Close-up of the hip belt pocket on the Ampex backpack, unzipped with a vanilla bean GU energy gel partially inside.
    Elastic mesh side pocket carrying a slimmer water bottle
    Backpack covered with orange Ampex rain cover for weather protection.
    Full hiking backpack shown on a person’s back, with a water bottle in the side pocket and a sleeping pad strapped to the bottom.
    Two hikers walking through a forest trail, each carrying a gray and black Ampex hiking backpack with orange accents.

    Configurable storage for multi-day or group excursions. Made from bluesign certified materials to minimize your impact off the trail.

    Weights and Dimensions
    Total Weight (excluding hydration reservoir) 4 lb 5 oz / 1.96 kg
    Recommended Capacity 24-35 lb/ 11-16kg
    Dimensions 26" x 13.8" x 11.4" (66 cm x 35 cm x 29 cm)
    Materials
    Backpack Body bluesign Recycled Polyester
    Zippers SBS #5 Double-sided with Anti-snag
    Frame Steel
    California Prop 65 Warning: California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

    Backpack
    Rain Cover (bottom pocket)

    What size backpack should I purchase? The AMPEX 50L backpack is perfect for overnight trips and multi-day hikes. If you're planning on a lighter load for a shorter trip, consider a smaller capacity backpack.
    Is this backpack compatible with a hydration reservoir? Yes, there is a built-in hydration reservoir sleeve and hose hole for routing the hose to the shoulder strap of the backpack.
    Does this bag have a frame? Yes, there is an internal steel frame to help distribute the packed weight efficiently.
    How do I adjust this backpack? Please see the best practices for adjusting the fit of your AMPEX backpack here: https://ampexgear.com/pages/fit