
Best selling Backpacks from Ortovox
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1. Ortovox Traverse 30
Versatile, comfortable, and functional: The Traverse 30 backpack by Ortovox has been specifically designed for use in alpine terrain and meets the highest demands for challenging tours. The outer material is particularly durable and is made up of 75% recycled polyamide. About 70% of the fabrics used in the Traverse 30 are solution-dyed or undyed, significantly reducing water consumption, chemicals, and CO₂ emissions during the manufacturing process. The Comfort-Contact Back System ensures excellent carrying comfort: the back padding allows for continuous air circulation, while wide, ergonomic shoulder straps and a stable hip belt optimally distribute the load. The main compartment is quickly and easily accessible via the circumferential zipper. Additional gear can be stored in the lid pocket, the elastic front pocket, an interior pocket, or the hip pocket. Extra practical features such as a removable helmet net, compression straps, trekking pole attachments, A-ski fix, and bottle holders make the Traverse 30 the perfect choice for mountain sports.
Pro
- Pleasant to wear
- At 30 litres, it’s the ideal size
- Front access via zip

2. Ortovox Traverse 40l
Versatile, comfortable, and functional: Designed for use in alpine terrain, the Traverse line meets all the demands for challenging tours. The outer material is extremely durable and made from 75% recycled polyamide. About 70% of the fabrics used in the Traverse are solution-dyed and undyed, which saves water, chemicals, and CO2 emissions during the manufacturing process. With its Comfort-Contact Back System, the Traverse offers balanced carrying comfort: The pads ensure constant air circulation, while the wide, ergonomic shoulder straps and the broad hip belt distribute the load evenly. A circumferential zipper provides quick and easy access to the main compartment of the Traverse 40, while additional gear can be stored in the lid pocket, the interior compartment, the elastic front pocket, and the bottom compartment. A helmet net, compression straps, trekking pole holders, a hip pocket, and a shoulder strap pocket complete the mountaineering-specific features.

3. Ortovox Traverse 28 S
Versatile, comfortable and functional: the Traverse 28 S backpack from Ortovox is specially designed for use in alpine terrain and fulfils all the requirements of demanding tours. The outer material is made from hard-wearing polyamide, 75% of which is recycled. Around 70% of the fabrics used in the Traverse 28 S are either spun-dyed or undyed, which saves valuable resources such as water, chemicals and CO₂ emissions during the manufacturing process. With the Comfort-Contact Back System, the Traverse 28 S guarantees optimum carrying comfort: the back padding promotes constant air circulation, while the wide, ergonomic shoulder straps and hip belt distribute the load evenly. Thanks to the all-round zip, the main compartment can be accessed quickly and easily. Additional equipment can be stored in the lid compartment, the elasticated front pocket, an inner compartment or the hip pocket. Other practical features include a detachable helmet net that can be attached to the lid, compression straps, pole holders, A-Skifix and holders for drinking bottles - perfect for all mountain sports requirements.

4. Ortovox Traverse
Versatile, comfortable and functional: the Traverse backpack is specially designed for use in alpine terrain and fulfils all the requirements of demanding tours. Around 70% of the fabrics used in the Traverse are either spun-dyed or undyed, which saves valuable resources such as water, chemicals and CO₂ emissions during the manufacturing process. With the Comfort-Contact Back System, the Traverse offers optimum carrying comfort: the back padding promotes constant air circulation, while the wide, ergonomic shoulder straps and hip belt distribute the load evenly. The main compartment can be accessed quickly and easily thanks to the all-round zip. Additional equipment can be stored in the lid compartment, the elasticated front pocket, an inner compartment or the hip pocket. Other practical features include a detachable helmet net that can be attached to the lid, compression straps, pole holders, A-Skifix and holders for drinking bottles - perfect for all mountain sports requirements.

5. Ortovox Traverse 18 S
Versatile, comfortable, and functional: The Traverse 18 S backpack from Ortovox is specifically designed for use in alpine terrain and meets all the demands of challenging tours. The outer material is particularly robust and consists of 75% recycled polyamide. About 70% of the fabrics used are either solution-dyed or undyed, which helps save water, chemicals, and CO₂ emissions during production. The Comfort-Contact Back System ensures optimal carrying comfort: the pads guarantee continuous air circulation, while the wide, ergonomic shoulder straps and hip belt evenly distribute the load. Access to the main compartment is conveniently via the front opening. A helmet and additional gear can be stored in the elastic front pocket, the valuables compartment, an interior pocket, or the hip pocket. Climbing-specific details such as gear loops, pole attachments, and two water bottle holders make the Traverse 18 S the ideal companion for your adventures.

6. Ortovox Peak 40 Dry
Uncompromising touring backpack for all conditions. A backpack that makes no compromises and is designed for demanding alpinists who want to be active in the mountains in any weather: the Peak 40 Dry by Ortovox. This touring backpack is suitable for high alpine summits as well as exciting multi-day tours. For safety reasons alone, the summit day should ideally be sunny; however, rain during the approach is not uncommon. Accordingly, this backpack is equipped with an outstanding waterproof rating of 50,000 mm, meaning it is completely waterproof and the contents of the backpack remain dry at all times.
Why is it advantageous that the Peak 40 Dry is waterproof? You save the extra grams of a rain cover - and additionally, the features remain functional in any weather. In plain terms: You have access to all attachment options that would be covered by a rain cover. And there are several attachments - such as a helmet holder, two ice axe holders, a rope attachment, a ski holder, and a safety attachment for emergency equipment. Furthermore, comfort is not neglected - thanks to the Full Contact Light Back System. This ensures a comfortable fit and good control with heavier loads, while the hip belt optimally distributes the weight. You can certainly tell: The Ortovox Peak 40 Dry will not let you down!
Key features at a glance:
- Ideal for high-altitude and multi-day tours
- Excellent weather protection thanks to a waterproof rating of 50,000 mm
- Compatible with hydration systems for adequate fluid intake
- Features are accessible at all times
- Signal whistle and SOS label for emergencies.

7. Ortovox PEAK 35
The Peak 35 from Ortovox is a technical backpack with well-thought-out details, making it ideal for all your alpine outdoor adventures. The Swisswool 3D back system with full contact back features soft Swisswool pads on the back, shoulder straps, and hip belt. These pads allow for significantly more moisture absorption without feeling wet. The back construction is reinforced with two aluminum stays, ensuring optimal load distribution, high stability, and excellent carrying comfort even with heavier backpack weights. The shoulder and hip straps are wide and padded, distributing the load evenly between the shoulders and hips. The particularly durable nylon fabric is extremely tear and abrasion-resistant and long-lasting, treated with a durable water-repellent (DWR, PFC-free) coating, allowing the Peak to withstand a rain shower. Easy access to the main compartment is provided by the circumferential front zipper. A separate safety pocket for emergency equipment, a lid pocket with two compartments, a front map pocket, and zippered pockets on the hip belt are available for storing your essentials on the go. Numerous attachment options for your gear, such as ice axes, helmets, and trekking poles, are located on the outside of the backpack. With the Peak 35, you are well-equipped – you will experience real adventures together!.

8. Ortovox Peak
The Peak is a multifunctional alpine touring backpack for demanding alpinists with short back lengths who are looking for a robust, versatile and comfortable backpack for all occasions. The wide, padded shoulder and hip straps and the close-fitting, metal-reinforced full-contact back of the unique Swisswool 3D Back System, which distributes the load evenly across the back, ensure a high level of comfort. The back, shoulder straps and hip straps are lined with Swisswool wool fleece for optimum climate regulation on the contact surfaces, which reliably absorbs water vapour and dries quickly. The Peak also scores points with a separate safety compartment, numerous attachment options for rope, ice axe, helmet, skis, snowboard and poles as well as a side crampon compartment.

9. Ortovox Haute Route 38S
The Haute Route has been around almost since the early days of ski touring. This durable classic is perfect for longer ski tours. Cordura, PFC-free, double-layer 420D Oxford polyamide and PU coating on all fabrics make the Haute Route 38 S extremely abrasion-resistant and water-repellent. This backpack sits perfectly thanks to the load control cords and the ergonomically shaped O-Flex 2 back system with S-shaped stabiliser, which distributes the weight evenly over the hips and shoulders, even on longer tours. The hip fins join together in the back system so that they fit comfortably and seamlessly around the body. The Haute Route 38 S has a specially shortened back system for smaller people. With its larger capacity, the Haute Route 38 S offers space for everything you need. The spacious main compartment is accessible from the top and rear, so that the entire contents of the rucksack are easily accessible, while a separate safety compartment allows quick access to emergency equipment. Thanks to the rope attachment on the lid, you can pack and unpack your rope without having to open the rucksack. In addition to the crampon attachment, the ice axe and hiking pole attachment and the fixed helmet net, there are also attachment options for a snowboard, for example. Skis can be attached either classically or diagonally. No matter how long and demanding the tour is, with the Haute Route 38 S you are ideally equipped for any multi-day tour.

10. Ortovox Traverse Dry
Robust touring backpack with excellent weather protection
Are you looking for a touring backpack that won't let you down at any moment? Then the Ortovox Traverse 30 Dry is just the right choice for you! It is extremely durable, able to withstand contact with rocks. Additionally, it features a water column of 50,000 mm, which means that even heavy rain showers won't be a problem, keeping the contents of the backpack dry at all times. This is a significant advantage during extensive and long mountain tours, especially since the weather in the mountains can change quickly. Thus, the Traverse 30 Dry is perfect for high-altitude tours as well as multi-day trips, such as hut-to-hut hikes.
Features remain functional in any weather
Thanks to the high water column, highly water-repellent zippers, and waterproof seams, the features remain functional even in heavy rain – and you'll never need a rain cover, saving a few grams in your pack. What else sets this touring backpack apart? It is compatible with hydration systems, has multiple compartments including a lid pocket, valuables pocket, and front pocket. You can attach trekking poles, a helmet, sunglasses, and even your skis in winter. Additionally, it is equipped for emergencies with a signal whistle and an SOS label that lists important emergency numbers.
In short: If you want to focus on your next adventure in the mountains, the Ortovox Traverse 30 Dry will take care of the rest!
Key features at a glance:
- Ideal for high-altitude and hut tours
- Absolutely waterproof thanks to the 50,000 mm water column
- Compatible with hydration systems for adequate fluid intake
- Signal whistle and SOS label for emergencies.
Pro
- Rather light
- Outside net
Contra
- Zip fastener would be better as a lid
- Very stiff material
