Ski touring backpacks
Need a technical backpack for your ski touring adventures?
Here is a comprehensive range of backpacks, carefully selected by our ski touring experts, featuring all the essential options for high-altitude expeditions. Ergonomics, accessories, materials and carrying comfort are in constant evolution, becoming increasingly suited to the demands of this discipline. These packs from Arva, Black Crows, Dynafit, Mammut, Ortovox and more allow you to stow all your avalanche safety gear, as well as spare clothing, hydration and food.
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The Millet Peuterey 35+10 Dark Denim rucksack offers an adjustable capacity of 35+10 litres, making it ideal for all your alpine adventures.
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The Ride 18 Black by Arva features a practical external compartment for safety equipment, making this backpack ideal for winter sports enthusiasts seeking reliability.
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Designed with action in mind, the Dorsa 22 Black White backpack from Black Crows combines Cordura durability with winter-specific features.
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With its generous volume, the Black Crows Dorsa 37 Black White backpack is ideal for skiers who want to carry more for several days on the mountain.
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The Ortovox Switchback 25 S Wild Berry is a ski touring backpack with ergonomic design, 25L capacity, and features like ski carry, ice axe holders, and safety gear compartment.
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The Ortovox Switchback 27 Glacier Grey is a lightweight, ergonomic backpack for ski enthusiasts, offering ample storage, easy access to safety gear, and advanced carrying systems.
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The Ortovox Traverse Pure 30 Grey Marble is an eco-friendly, 30L backpack, ideal for ski touring and mountaineering, featuring A-frame ski carry, helmet carrier, and a Comfort Contact Back System for optimal air circulation.
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The Millet M White 22 Black backpack offers ski tourers a versatile, eco-conscious pack with clever gear storage and comfort for days on the mountain.
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Patagonia's PowSlayer Pack 38 Barnacle Blue backpack offers generous volume, comfortable carrying and eco-friendly design for alpine adventures.
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Wide range of models for men and women
Manufacturers have developed designs specifically adapted to male and female body shapes. This ensures better weight distribution and prevents uncomfortable pressure points. Everyone can therefore find the backpack that best suits them.
- Women’s packs generally have a shorter back length. Closer-set shoulder straps and a repositioned hip belt ensure a perfect fit to the female silhouette.
- Men’s backpacks, on the other hand, feature a longer back panel and wider-set shoulder straps.
Osprey, Black Diamond, Deuter, Mammut, Ortovox, Patagonia, Dakine, Dynafit... specialist brands for your gear
At Glisshop, you’ll find leading backcountry skiing brands such as Millet and Deuter, as well as many others including Dynafit, Mammut, Ortovox, Blue Ice and Arva. Simply pick the one that fits your needs.
Each of these manufacturers brings its own expertise, whether you’re planning short day trips or longer ski tours that require carrying an extra layer, a first aid kit or various small items. Some packs focus on a lightweight design with a clean back panel and smart organisation inside the main compartment, while others prioritise stability with reinforced hip belts for a heavy load or multiple access points for quickly retrieving an item. You’ll also find specific ones with handy details such as a goggle pocket, an insulated sleeve for water bottles or even a side zip if you like to reach your gear without fully opening the bag. For more technical ascents or bigger missions in deep snow, models equipped with an airbag system are a great option. Whatever your priorities—comfort, safety or simply solving the classic issue of keeping everything in its place—there’s a well-designed pack waiting for you.
Key criteria that distinguish the best ski touring rucksacks
The growing popularity of ski touring has driven brands to design ever lighter, more efficient and better-featured technical backpacks. Engineered for intensive use, these models deliver optimal carrying comfort while allowing you to take all the gear required for day tours or multi-day adventures. In the mountains, a ski touring backpack becomes an indispensable companion: durable, ergonomic and built with durable materials ready for the most demanding terrain.
Here are the main factors to consider before choosing yours:
Volume
The pack’s capacity depends directly on the type of outing.
- 15 to 25 litres: ideal for a day trip with minimal equipment
- 30 to 40 litres and above: perfect for ski raids or multi-day trips, with enough space for spare clothing, a sleeping bag, an insulated jacket, etc.
Our selection covers every need: from compact, minimalist and lightweight designs for ski mountaineering to large-capacity models with all the essential features for extended tours.
If you regularly head out for backcountry skiing or ski tours in mixed weather, opting for a slightly larger pack can prevent the usual issue of running out of space when you add safety equipment or bulkier winter layers. Conversely, for fast-and-light day trips, a streamlined, lightweight design keeps movement fluid and comfortable. Whatever your goals, you’ll find bags tailored to every style of touring—from simple, no-fuss models to specific ones built for demanding multi-day missions.
Accessories, gear attachment and safety compartment
A high-performance backcountry skiing pack stands out through its well-thought-out features.
The best models include:
- a ski carry system (A-frame or diagonal)
- ice axe and pole holders
- daisy chain
- a crampon pocket
- a dedicated avalanche safety compartment for shovel and probe, easily accessible
- hydration system compatibility for convenient drinking on the move
Every detail is designed to enhance your efficiency and save time during transitions.
A well-structured main compartment can make a big difference when you’re juggling an extra layer, a first aid kit or food for the day, while models with multiple access points or a convenient side zip help you reach your equipment without having to unload everything. For longer itineraries, choosing a backpack with a supportive back panel, efficient hip belts and enough room for water bottles or an insulated sleeve becomes a real advantage. Some packs also feature a dedicated goggle pocket, which is a good thing when you’re travelling in variable snow conditions and want to protect fragile gear.
Ergonomics
Comfort is a key factor for fully enjoying your tours. A good ski touring or ski mountaineering bag distributes the load evenly thanks to:
- padded shoulder straps
- adjustable hip belt and chest strap
- a ventilated or EVA foam back panel to absorb impacts and reduce perspiration
But ergonomics go far beyond these core elements. When you’re carrying a heavy load on long ascents or covering varied terrain, the way the pack moves with your body becomes essential. Well-designed bags stabilise the contents so nothing shifts during kick turns or technical pitches, and the hip belts help transfer weight to your pelvis rather than your shoulders, which is a good thing on longer days out. A properly ventilated back panel also limits moisture build-up when you're climbing in deep snow or pushing the pace on warmer spring ski tours.
Small details can further enhance comfort: smooth side zip openings that prevent rubbing, adaptable sternum straps that keep the pack centred without affecting balance. Some models even add soft trims or rounded edges at contact points to reduce friction during repeated movements. All these features work together to make sure the pack remains comfortable from the first steps of the ascent to the final turns of the descent, allowing you to focus fully on the day rather than on pressure points or discomfort.
Specific features of airbag backpacks
Airbag backpacks should never replace essential avalanche safety precautions but serve as an excellent additional safety measure. A trigger handle deploys an airbag that, once inflated, helps you stay on the surface. These packs provide a significant safety advantage for backcountry skiers.
Modern airbag systems are becoming lighter and more streamlined, making them easier to carry on long ski tours without feeling cumbersome. Beyond weight and bulk, one of the key aspects of today’s airbag backpacks is the reliability and consistency of their deployment systems. Whether powered by cartridges or electric units, the mechanisms are designed to activate quickly even in cold conditions, and the components are generally easy to check before heading out.
Glisshop expertise at the service of your mountain adventures
At Glisshop, we select the finest ski touring bags to ensure performance, safety and comfort on every outing.
- Extensive range of models tested and approved by our experts
- Competitive prices all year round on leading brands
- Fast dispatch and reliable delivery
- Personalised advice from passionate mountain experts
- 100% secure payment on all orders
- Responsive customer service to assist you before and after purchase
Discover our selection now and gear up for your next ski touring adventures.