The days of climbing were a matter of hobnailed boots, swami belts, and weeks of making pitons into large swaths of granite. The current fashions in climbing gear have evolved towards functionality, performance and intelligent design and packs have embraced the trend. In this article, it breaks down the best climbing backpacks in 2022, into 3 categories: climb follower and alpine. Each has its own unique demands however, they all have a common concentration on the organization (whether inside or outside) and, in general, are light and long-lasting. For more information on the background check out our comparators of backpacks for climbing as well as buying tips in the section below.