Backpacks are often times preferred over regular handbags because of the backpack's design. The bag is carried on a person's back, secured with two straps, one over the shoulders and the other under the arms. A person can carry heavier weight for longer periods of time on their shoulders than by using their hands, as with a tote bag or purse. Some backpacks also have padded hip belts which help carry heavier loads and assist a carrier in maintaining balance.

Popular Backpacks

There are many name brand designers who manufacturer backpacks in addition to other apparel and traveling accessories. Vera Bradley bags include handbags, duffels and luggage cases in addition to backpacks in a variety of light colors. Gregory backpacks make highly durable backpacks ideal for snow and skiing activities and include the special series: Fast And Light, Anti-Gravity, Back Country, and Traction.

Mountainsmith Backpacks produces many innovative and commercially savvy designs, such as the first-of-its-kind Recycled Lumbar Pack and The Ivy backpack designed for women. Osprey backpacks, including the popular Porter Series, are made for mountaineering, hiking, and extended adventures outdoors. Dana designs backpacks not only for outdoor activities but also for urban adventures, with their Emerald City Backpack and Racer X series.

Lowe alpine backpacks are ideal for hiking and includes the Lowe Alpine Cirque Air 25, which features an adjustable back length and torso fit system for added comfort. Badlands Backpacks makes backpacks and related gear exclusively for hunting, and features soft quiet zipper pulls, hybrid suspension and molded waist belts in their most popular products.

Yugioh packs (that is, in backpacks, not the game accessory) are also popular, as they feature Yugioh artwork from the game “Duel Monsters” on the backpack.

Backpacks are fun and stylish and much more comfortable to wear than a traditional bag when you're hiking up a mountain!