Gregory Backpacking Backpacks

A somewhat awkward expression, the term ‘Gregory backpacking backpacks’ is often used to differentiate between other types of Gregory backpacks such as mountain backpacks which are primarily designed for alpine adventures and the smaller hiking backpacks which tend to be for short 1-2 day hikes.

Commonly used for camping, outdoor and general backpacking adventures, Gregory backpacking backpacks are probably what Gregory are most well-known for. They are the mainstay of the Gregory range and are the kind of backpacks that you will typically find being used on a camping trip by novices and expedition leads alike.

Men’s Gregory ‘Backpacking’ Backpacks

Whitney 95	Palisade 80	Triconi 60


Baltoro 75	Baltoro 70	Baltoro 65

Gregory ‘Ventilated Backpacking’ Backpacks

Incorporating proprietary Gregory backpack Jetstream LTS technology, these backpacks allow ventilation and mositure wicking for increased comfort whilst on the road.

Z65	Z55	Z45	Z35-R

Women’s Gregory ‘Backpacking’ Backpacks

Deva 85	Deva 70	Deva 60

Backpacks For All Sizes

Starting in the 35 liter capacity range and spanning up to the 95 liter capacity range, Gregory’s backpacking backpacks product line comprises of four packs based on their ‘Response’ suspension technology and four ventilated ‘Z’ models based on their ‘Jetstream LTS’ suspension technology.

Response Technology

Gregory’s Response suspension comes in two flavours. ‘CFS’ (Custom Fit Suspension) is used for the bigger backpacks such as the Whitney 95, Palisade 80 and the women’s specific Deva 85 backpack.

‘Response CFS‘ features twin aluminum stays with piston-like movement that support heavy loads with enhanced waist-belt flexibility and a 5-point waist-belt angle adjustment for a perfect fit on the hips.

On the other hand, ‘Response AFS‘ (Auto-Fit Suspension) is found in the two Baltoro models and the women’s Deva 70 and Deva 60 Gregory backpacking backpacks. Amongst other features, ‘Response AFS’ makes do with a single aluminum stay and is built with an auto-fit rotating waist-belt to register your hip-angle.

Jetstream LTS Technology

‘Jetstream LTS’ is another Gregory backpack suspension system designed to support the weight of a fully packed backpacking backpack yet still allow for greater airflow across the back thus allowing sweat to evaporate more easily.

Gregory’s ventilated backpacks are best if you plan to hike in really warm climates or if you’re the kind of person who feels like you’ve been swimming rather than hiking after a day on the trail!

Baltoro 70 – The End Of An Era

For Gregory aficionados who may be wondering, the much-loved and ever-popular Baltoro 70 and the Triconi 60 are now discontinued and have been replaced by the two new Baltoro 65 and Baltoro 75 size models.