Here at LFTO, we track the best Black Friday deals on all outdoor gear. As Black Friday 2024 approaches we're getting ready to hunt down the very best hiking backpack deals on offer this sale period.
A decent hiking backpack, whether for day trips or long backpacking expeditions, makes a world of difference.
A great hiking pack is comfortable, equipped with plentiful storage and has a back system that's breathable and supportive.
If you want all this, the price can be high, so we recommend pouncing on Black Friday sales as a chance to snag something special without breaking the bank.
With Black Friday taking place on 29 November, there's not long to wait now, but there are already good deals popping up at various retailers. Here are some of our favourites...
Retailer list: where to find the best Black Friday backpack deals
Amazon: Up to 55% off
Sportsshoes: 30 - 80% off
Blacks: Up to 65% off
Cotswold Outdoor: Up to 50% off
Go Outdoors: Up to 65% off
Decathlon: Save up to 50%
Alpinetrek: Save up to 50%
Black Friday deals on hiking backpacks
41% off
LFTOPretty much the perfect hiking daypack: supportive, tough, and awash with clever features.
39% off
www.blacks.co.uk
Tough, versatile, and extremely comfortable pack from Osprey featuring the brand's AirSpeed suspension back system. Women's Renn II 65 also on sale.
50% off
berghausThis compact 30-litre number features the Flow back system with vented foam to let your skin breathe. Pockets in the lid and on the sides and attachments for walking poles keep all your gear organised, while the packable rain cover is on hand to protect it all from downpours.
47% off
www.sportsshoes.com
Lightweight and breathable, this is a great pack for those who like to hike light.
51% off
www.sportsshoes.com
Sporty in appearance and design, the Deuter SpeedLite 17 is an ideal size for minimalist day hikes and well equipped to take all the hardware you need and no more.
50% off
Berghauswww.berghaus.com
Brimming with space, pockets and the durability to keep your gear in tip top condition. The Trailhead 65 has an updated design with all the great benefits we've seen before, plus some new tricks for 2024.
46% off
www.cotswoldoutdoor.com
This duffel bag is hardcore, being constructed with a tough nylon fabric, which is reinforced at the base. It's waterproof and large enough for almost any adventure.
30% off
www.cotswoldoutdoor.com
Frameless but with a stiffened back panel (ZephyrAD) and all the essential features, this is one of our go-to fast hiking hiking day packs.
50% off
berghauswww.berghaus.com
The air-frame suspension on the Freeflow 24L hiking pack makes it comfortable to wear all day, plus there's plenty of pockets for essentials.
50% off
www.sportsshoes.com
The AirZone Spirit 25L is designed to be a do-it-all backpack suitable for commuting and mountain trips alike, so its features include both a laptop sleeve and a ventilated AirZone LT back system, among many other things.
23% off
www.blacks.co.uk
Thanks to clever engineering and design, this Deuter Child Carrier is comfortable for both you and your child.
50% off
Berghauswww.berghaus.com
The MTN Seeker 32 S is a true mountain all-rounder that performs year round across all disciplines. Equally at home ski-touring, ice climbing, or summer cragging, the versatility of the MTN Seeker 32 S features will make it your most trusted go-to pack
When is Black Friday 2024?
Black Friday 2024 begins on 29 November 2024 and finishes on 2 December 2024.
However, retailers have begun Black Friday sales earlier and earlier so that many now run throughout most of November. This means there is ample opportunity to get in on deals early.
How to find the best Black Friday deals
Bookmark this page to keep track of all the best Black Friday deals on hiking packs throughout the sale period.
We've got our top gear testers scouring retailers we trust, and we even use plugins to check the original price of the gear, so we're 100% sure the deals we share are the very best.
Many outdoor gear retailers have Black Friday sales. Some of the big players in this space are Amazon, Sportsshoes, Decathlon, and Alpinetrek.
What are the expected Black Friday 2024 deals?
We have found in previous years that hiking packs are a strong category for Black Friday deals, with retailers offering impressive discounts on packs of all types and sizes from big brands including Osprey and Deuter.
Looking for more? We've also got deal roundups for:
More top tips for coping with Black Friday:
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They might clog up your inbox for the rest of the year, but you’ll find that newsletters will bring you discounts and alerts about bargains before anything else.
You can also sign up to the LFTO Newsletter, where we'll keep you to date with our 'best of' articles and Black Friday deals.
Stick to your budget
You might be tempted into all and every deal that you see on Black Friday, but set a budget and stick to it. Experts also say that you should use a credit card (it’s the safest way to pay, as the bank will end up footing the bill if there is any kind of mishap).
Stick around afterwards...
Previously, waiting until Black Friday was one of the best strategies for saving money on big-ticket items, but recent years have taught us that many of the biggest online sales will come under the 'Cyber Monday' banner, which can last until the end of November. So, always keep your eyes peeled, the bargain hunt isn't quite over yet.
Chris Williams is a writer for Live For The Outdoors. He has been testing gear for us since 2021. Chris is from New Zealand and has journalistic, outdoor industry, and basically his lifetime's worth of hiking experience to bring to his gear reviews.