Women’s Backpacking Gear
Women's Backpacking Gear

Women's backpacking gear?
What should a female carry in a backpack for an extremly long hike and where would the items go?
I am in the market for a new pack and bag, and I know what I want in each fairly well, but I'd like to hear other people's thoughts on important qualities they look for in their gear.
>Sleeping bags - must be warm and true to rating Also a silk liner to go along with it.
I like Marmot and have three marmot bags. Likely will go to down though so I can pack the bag in a smaller backpack ( curretly own the Gregory Jade). For summer weight, the Marmot pounder is excellent and compressible (and on sale from what I have seen in the past)
>I started with all hand me down stuff from my brother from the 70's. Some of it is great stuff I still use. I have gradually upgraded other items, but am still making mistakes. I wish I had known about this site before I got my interior frame pack and sleeping bag. Like them both, but now prefer lighter pack and down bag, but everyone is different.
> The beauty of these discussions is there is so much gear out there. One only sees the commercial stuff in REI or LLBean. I now use a granite gear vapor ki pack, a western mountaineer sleeping bag 20 deg, (pricey...but to me...worth it.), jet boil, hiker pro filter, big agnes insulated pad, sea to summit bags. My hiking partner carries the tent and I carry the food. I needed my pack to weigh only 20 lbs with water. the water containers are the platypus 1 liters and weigh only .5 oz. Hope this helps.
>I just got Osprey Aura 65 - beautiful light pack, although needs a little getting used to in terms of loading. But overall great great pack; love the back structure - no more backpacks soaked through with sweat. Extremely comfortable on the shoulders.
Another important update in my gear list - Big Agnes SL2 tent - so lightweight that even if I go solo, I can still take it. Convenient, quick, easy set up.
EMS mountain light 20 sleeping bag - very light, packable and warm.
>I love my...western mountaineering bag, sea-summit bags, granite gear vapor ki, jet boil, hiker pro, thorlo socks only, aslo boots, microfiber panties, big agnes insulated pad and last but not least, my water bags only weigh .5 oz each.
>I love my Big Agnes sleeping bag. I'm a big girl but this bag has plenty of room. I can't remember the name of the model but it's great. I have an old Coleman Peak 1 Cobra tent and even though part of me says I need a newer, better one when I thru ....I love the old girl.
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Go Girl Female Urination Device $12.99 115100 Features: Specifications: Material: silicone... |
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TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack (Hunter Green) List Price: $99.99 Sale Price: $59.61 Used From: $47.00 |
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Boasting a compact main compartment that measures a mere 3400 cubic inches, the Teton Wilderness 55 internal frame backpack is ideally sized for the light backpacker or young camper. Comfort-wise, the Wilderness 55 is outfitted with dual aluminum stays that adjust to the shape of your back, along with contoured shoulder, lumbar, and waist pads... |
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Kelty Women's Coyote 75 Internal Frame Backpack (Jade, Womens 14.5 - 18.5-Inch Torso) List Price: $175.95 Sale Price: $130.55 Used From: $132.05 |
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Fill it up, or strap it down! The versatile Coyote features the loadbearing, easily adjustable Cloudlock™ II suspension system, quick access pockets, durable design, and an unbeatable price. |
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The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide: Tools and Techniques to Hit the Trail List Price: $19.95 Sale Price: $11.37 Used From: $11.36 |
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Supreme long-distance hiker Andrew Skurka shares his hard-earned knowledge in this essential guide to backpacking gear and skills. Described by National Geographic as “one of the best traveled and fastest hikers on the planet,” and named “Adventurer of the Year” by Outside and “Person of the Year” by Backpacker, Skurka recounts what he’s learned from more than 30,000 miles of long-distance adventures, most recently a 4,700-mile 6-month loop around Alaska and Canada’s Yukon... |
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Coleman Taos Extreme-Weather Mummy Bag List Price: $52.99 Sale Price: $41.78 |
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Stay warm and comfortable on a chilly fall evening with the Coleman Taos mummy sleeping bag. The Taos, which offers a temperature rating down to 25 degrees F, is filled with 38 ounces of Coletherm insulation... |
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Go Girl Female Urination Device, Lavender List Price: $9.99 Sale Price: Too low to display |
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Go Girl is a simple, sanitary device made from germ-resistant medical-grade silicone that allows women the benefit of going to the bathroom standing up. The easy-to-use device is reusable or disposable and the small storage tube fits easily into a purse or backbpack... |
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Kelty Women's Red Cloud 80 Internal Frame Backpack (Heather, 14.5 - 18.5-Inch Torso) List Price: $199.95 Sale Price: $144.51 Used From: $128.22 |
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For hikers who demand excellence and durability at an affordable price, the Red Cloud delivers. The new, easily adjustable Cloudlock II suspension provides unmatched stability and plenty of room, resulting in a trusted pack for all your expeditions. |
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Kelty Women's Courser 40 Internal Frame Pack (Java, Womens 14.5-18.5-Inch Torso) List Price: $119.95 Sale Price: $89.51 Used From: $82.33 |
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Looking for a quick overnight in the front range at a great value? Lash your sleeping pad and poles to the outside of this streamlined pack and head out. This pack is also great for longer summit peak bagging –treks where you’ll need a full days worth of food, water, extra layers and rainwear. |
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Coleman North Rim 0-Degree Mummy Bag List Price: $66.99 Sale Price: $49.26 Used From: $46.49 |
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The Coleman 8185A657 North Rim Zero-degree Tall Sleeping Bag is a comfortable four-season, mummy-style sleeping bag. At 32-inches by 82-inches, the tall-size North Rim fits most body types up to six-feet-two-inches long... |
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AmazonBasics Backpack for SLR Cameras and Accessories (Black) Sale Price: $39.95 |
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The AmazonBasics Backpack for SLR Cameras and Accessories offers multiple storage options for your camera, lenses, tripod, cables, flashes, and other accessories. This durable black polyester/nylon backpack features nine inner compartments to store and protect your equipment... |
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Sierra Designs Women's Jubilee 50 Backpack (Radish) List Price: $239.95 Sale Price: $139.99 |
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Intended Use: Week-plus backpacking, Lightweight backpacking |
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TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack (Hunter Green) List Price: $99.99 Sale Price: $59.61 Used From: $47.00 |
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Boasting a compact main compartment that measures a mere 3400 cubic inches, the Teton Wilderness 55 internal frame backpack is ideally sized for the light backpacker or young camper. Comfort-wise, the Wilderness 55 is outfitted with dual aluminum stays that adjust to the shape of your back, along with contoured shoulder, lumbar, and waist pads... |
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Coleman Taos Extreme-Weather Mummy Bag List Price: $52.99 Sale Price: $41.78 |
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Stay warm and comfortable on a chilly fall evening with the Coleman Taos mummy sleeping bag. The Taos, which offers a temperature rating down to 25 degrees F, is filled with 38 ounces of Coletherm insulation... |
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Coleman North Rim 0-Degree Mummy Bag List Price: $66.99 Sale Price: $49.26 Used From: $46.49 |
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The Coleman 8185A657 North Rim Zero-degree Tall Sleeping Bag is a comfortable four-season, mummy-style sleeping bag. At 32-inches by 82-inches, the tall-size North Rim fits most body types up to six-feet-two-inches long... |
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Portable Camp Toilet - Camping Commode List Price: $19.95 Sale Price: $15.99 |
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Handy portable camping toilet / commode features a heavy-duty frame and plastic molded seat. Includes 6 disposable plastic bags. Additional Rothco #561 bags available on Amazon. |
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CUSCUS 6200ci Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Camp Travel Bag Navy List Price: $89.00 Sale Price: $33.95 |
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Made of polyester with total 5 pockets. Top lid pocket for compass, maps, small essentials or raingear. One large front zippered pocket. Two large zippered side pockets. A separate sleeping bag compartment with detachable divider from main compartment with easy access... |
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McNett Gear Aid Tenacious Ultra-Strong Repair Tape (White Plat) $3.99 Super-aggressive adhesive for long lasting repairs. Clean adhesive technology leaves no sticky ugly residue. Made from the same fabric as high-quality tents. Lightweight andpact - easy to carry in the field. Clear nearly invisible adhesive. Can be used in conjunction with Seam Grip and other urethane adhesives for ultra strong repairs. Includes one 3" x 20" strip of tape.... |
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McNett Gear Aid Tenacious Ultra-Strong Repair Tape (Liquid Org) $3.99 Super-aggressive adhesive for long lasting repairs. Clean adhesive technology leaves no sticky ugly residue. Made from the same fabric as high-quality tents. Lightweight andpact - easy to carry in the field. Clear nearly invisible adhesive. Can be used in conjunction with Seam Grip and other urethane adhesives for ultra strong repairs. Includes one 3" x 20" strip of tape.... |
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Ultimate Survival Technologies BASE Kit with Sand Sparkie $20.19 Wind or rain won't interfere with your fire needs as one little compact WetFire Tinder cube is all it takes to get a fire going to cubes burn longer when wet as well as burning clean, safe, smokefree, and at 1,300 degrees Spark your WetFire Tinder with the Sparkie Fire Starter that generates hot sparks, is easy to use, and works through wind and storms Signal for help in emergency situations with ... |
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Go Girl Female Urination Device $12.99 115100 Features: Specifications: Material: silicone... |
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Male Urinal w/Cover Disposable Translucent $1.78 1000cc Capacity... |
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Adventure Medical Kits Smart Travel First Aid Kit $27.00 Perfect for travel within the U.S. or abroad, this kit has all the essentials.For 1-2 people for multiple daysItem SpecificationsIncludesSupplies to treat cuts, headaches, muscle aches, and allergic reactions... |
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SwissGear Computer Backpack $56.86 While Wenger is ever ready to meet new challenges with new solutions, its dedication to quality and the integrity also remains. All its products have been designed and crafted with the same inspiration that was devoted to the Swiss Army knife. It is truly a rare combination of integrity and innovation that enhances the design of every product worthy of Wenger's distinctive Swiss cross.PRODUCT FEAT... |
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Targus Checkpoint-Friendly Air Traveler Backpack for 16 Inch Laptops TBB012US (Black) $48.15 Targus Zip-Thru Air Traveler BackpackPrimary InformationProduct Type : Notebook Backpack Enclosure Color : Black UNSPSC CodeUNSPSC Code : 53121706 ... |
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Computer Backpack, Color: Royal/Black, Size: One Size $28.59 Designed for your mobile lifestyle, the Xcape keeps your laptop and other tech gadgets protected and close at hand.600 denier polyesterExternal, easy-entry padded laptop compartment fits up to a 17' laptopFront zippered pocket with organizer panelComfortable ergonomic padded strapsPadded, channeled back for ventilationConvenient headphone exit portDimensions: 17.75'h x 12.5'w x 6.5'd; 1,442 cubic ... |
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AmazonBasics Backpack for SLR Cameras and Accessories (Black) $39.95 The AmazonBasics Backpack for SLR Cameras and Accessories offers multiple storage options for your camera, lenses, tripod, cables, flashes, and other accessories. This durable black polyester/nylon backpack features nine inner compartments to store and protect your equipment. For further convenience, Velcro dividers let you adjust and even remove the compartments according to your needs. ... |
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Lowepro SlingShot 202 AW $72.99 Designed for the photojournalist. Adopted by the enthusiast. Improved for all! Introducing the next generation of SlingShot™ AW from Lowepro. Our newest, fast-access SlingShot AW series builds on the inventive design of the original and incorporates what many photographers are looking for: faster access, extra space for personal items, improved organization, and the ability to add a tripod. ... |
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Lowepro SlingShot 100 All-Weather Digital Camera Backpack - Black $37.95 The Lowepro SlingShot 100AW is a sling design bag made to go from carry mode to ready mode in just seconds. It is carried comfortably on the back and can easily rotate to the front to allow quick access to camera gear. The bag holds a film or digital SLR camera body with a mid-range zoom lens attached 1-2 extra lenses, cables and accessories. It has a full access lid to make loading it a snap. The... |
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Sierra Designs Jubilee 50 Women's Backpack Pack everything you need for a weekend-plus trip to the mountains or high desert with the Sierra Jubilee 50 women's backpack. The Jubilee 50--which holds 3,000 cubic inches of gear--is equipped with a female-specific Fulcrum suspension system, which includes die-cut foam shoulder straps with mesh panels and a thermo-molded, pre-curved waist belt. The pack is built to fit the specific shape and dyn... |
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Outdoor Research Sombriolet Sun Hat $38.95 Whether you're logging hours on the trail, down the river, or in the garden--the Sombriolet hat from Outdoor Research will keep your head and face protected from the sun and heat. The lightweight hat utilizes SolarShield construction with nylon/polyester blended fabric to provide UPF 50+ sun protection. Meanwhile, strategically placed vents in the crown, and moisture wicking mesh lining keep you c... |
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Outdoor Research Sun Runner Sun Hat $33.95 Even if the sun is blinding, enjoy your after-work jog with the Outdoor Research Sun Runner Cap on your noggin. Outdoor Research constructed this stiff-brimmed hat with UPF 30+ SolarShield Fabric and gave it a removable sun skirt for total protection. The Sun Runner Cap's side air vents and moisture-wicking Coolmax headband keep you cool and comfortable, while the adjustable Cinch-Strap gives you ... |
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Toasty Keep Foot Leg Dry Rain Motorcycle Bike Cycling Boot Cover Black Adult US 10 11 ( Euro 44 45 ) $17.99 This listing is for Brand new Motorcycle rain boot shoe covers.Package includes one pair of waterproof rain boot coversBoot Leg length: 14" (35.5cm); Heel length: 13 1/2" (34.5cm); Heel width: 5 1/2" (14cm)Shoes cover size fits: Euro 44-45 / US 10-11Made of High quality polyester & rubber, sealed seam PVC coatingSturdy Side Zipped & buckle closure for easy wearingTightly fit with elastic surroundi... |
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Waterproof Summer Outdoor Tour Camping Hinking Backpacking Footwear Gear Rain Boot Shoe Covers $17.99 This listing is for Brand new Motorcycle rain boot shoe covers.Package includes one pair of waterproof rain boot coversBoot Leg length: 14" (35.5cm); Heel length: 13 1/2" (34.5cm); Heel width: 5 1/2" (14cm)Shoes cover size fits: Euro 44-45 / US 10-11Made of High quality polyester & rubber, sealed seam PVC coatingSturdy Side Zipped & buckle closure for easy wearingTightly fit with elastic surroundi... |
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Lightweight Rain Day Motorcycle Bike Cycling Boot Foot Leg Cover Black Adult Euro 46-47 / US 12-13 $18.00 This listing is for Brand new Motorcycle rain boot shoe covers.Package includes one pair of waterproof rain boot coversBoot Leg length: 15" (38cm); Heel length: 14" (35.5cm); Heel width: 6" (15.4cm)Shoes cover size fits: Euro 46-47 / US 12-13Made of High quality polyester & rubber, sealed seam PVC coatingSturdy Side Zipped & buckle closure for easy wearingTightly fit with elastic surrounding on th... |
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The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide: Tools and Techniques to Hit the Trail $11.37 Supreme long-distance hiker Andrew Skurka shares his hard-earned knowledge in this essential guide to backpacking gear and skills. Described by National Geographic as “one of the best traveled and fastest hikers on the planet,” and named “Adventurer of the Year” by Outside and “Person of the Year” by Backpacker, Skurka recounts what he’s learned from ... |
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SCARPA Women's SL M3 Lady Backpacking Boot $269.00 You'll be able to overcome any obstacle in the SL shoe from SCARPA. Deep traction in the vibram sole helps you reach new heights on your mountaineering experiences. Padded linings and the high-cut top offer ankle stability as well as comfort. And full-grain leather also proves to be very attractive.... |
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Gregory Mountain Products Women's Jade 40 Backpack $189.00 218230 Features: Keep your back ventilated and cooled by the JetStream suspension system that promotes consistent airflow while supporting your load with a light, aluminum stay Stay hydrated on the trail by carrying a hydration bladder in the hydration sleeve that has dual hydration ports and exterior side pockets for water bottles Organize your gear through the top-load access, and if you need so... |
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TravelJohn-Disposable Urinal (6 pack) $11.82 TRAVELJOHN disposable urinals are convenient, unisexed, sanitary, personal urinals containing "Liqsorb", the key ingredient that makes this work. Liqsorb is a combination of an exclusive biodegradable non-woven fabric pouch containing a biodegradable polymer substance that immobilizes bacterial growth quickly - absorbing liquid waste quickly and turning it into an odorless, spill-proof gel bag tha... |
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TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack (Hunter Green) $59.61 Boasting a compact main compartment that measures a mere 3400 cubic inches, the Teton Wilderness 55 internal frame backpack is ideally sized for the light backpacker or young camper. Comfort-wise, the Wilderness 55 is outfitted with dual aluminum stays that adjust to the shape of your back, along with contoured shoulder, lumbar, and waist pads. In addition, the height of the shoulder straps is adj... |












