70L+ Rucksacks

70 litres and above: expedition volume

Beyond 70 litres, you're into expedition territory and very long self-sufficient trips. This huge volume carries your full kit: tent, warm sleeping bag, mat, cooking gear, food for several days and technical equipment. This is the rucksack for crossings, raids and winter outings where gear takes up space and there's no chance to resupply.

Durability and compartments

A rucksack of this capacity relies on sheer durability: thick fabrics, reinforced seams, a frame capable of handling heavy loads. Multiple compartments - a separate bottom access for the sleeping bag, side pockets, a lid pocket - keep things organised and mean you don't have to empty everything to reach the bottom. An external attachment system holds walking poles, a mat or crampons.

Stable carrying for heavy loads

The bigger the rucksack, the more the carrying system matters. An adjustable ergonomic back transfers the load to your hips via a wide, rigid hip belt. Thick shoulder straps and load stabiliser straps keep everything steady, while a ventilated back panel limits sweating. Properly adjusted and well fitted out, a 70L can carry heavy loads without wrecking your back. For shorter trips, a 50L rucksack or a 60L will be lighter.

Getting the load balance right

On a very large rucksack, weight distribution is everything: heavy gear close to your back and centred, the sleeping bag at the bottom, essentials at the top and in the pockets. A well-balanced load stays stable on descents and technical sections. To see how this capacity compares with others, browse our hiking and trekking rucksacks.

Who is it for?

70L and above is aimed at experienced walkers heading out fully self-sufficient, on expeditions or in winter conditions. This is a volume to reserve for genuine needs: too big for a short outing, it would only tempt you to overpack. A waterproof rucksack cover protects your gear on long walks in the rain - on a multi-day trek, keeping your sleeping bag dry is an absolute priority.