When hiking or backpacking in cold weather, it’s important to have a jacket that can stand up to the elements and keep you warm. That’s why Backpacker magazine’s gear experts put jackets through wind, rain and snow on all of their hiking and backpacking trips to test them for durability, waterproofing and comfort.
This year, the most innovative backpack jacket that we tested is from a company called Ruckjack. It’s an insulated long coat that zips into a backpack, so you can get the warmth you need while you’re on the go.
The jacket is a soft, stretchy polyurethane shell that combines a lightweight, insulated torso with a zippered front pocket and a pair of pockets that are designed to fit over the shoulder straps of a backpack. It’s also equipped with a removable hood, cinch cords in the hem and sleeves and a built-in backpack on the back.
To deploy the garment, the user simply rotates the shoulder straps 21, 22 backwardly of the backpack to extend and retract the sleeves between them. He then unzips the zipper 19, dons the garment, applies the optional waistbelt 23 around his waist and carries the backpack as it normally would be carried by the wearer.
Those who carry backpacks for work, travel, school, sports, hobbies and other activities frequently have a need to shelter themselves from changing weather conditions while they are in transit. For example, students may leave for class in nice weather but run into precipitation or a temperature change at their destination and are not prepared with a jacket because they did not pack one.
INOXTO Running Hydration Vest Backpack,Lightweight Insulated Pack with 1.5L Water Bladder Bag Daypack for Hiking Trail Running Cycling Race Marathon for Women Men
$26.99 (as of December 25, 2024 20:44 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Rockland Double Handle Rolling Backpack, Black, 17-Inch
$34.99 (as of December 25, 2024 20:44 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Maelstrom Hiking Backpack,Camping Backpack,40L Waterproof Hiking Daypack with Rain Cover,Lightweight Travel Backpack,Blue
$39.99 (as of December 25, 2024 20:44 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Pritent Crossbody Bags for Women Men Trendy Sling Bag Bakpack Casual Chest Bag with Convertible Shoulder Strap
$9.99 (as of December 25, 2024 20:44 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
higouta Mini Sling Bag for Women and Men, Small Crossbody Bag Casual Trendy Waterproof Phone Chest Bag for Travel
$14.99 (as of December 25, 2024 20:44 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
ZOMAKE Ultra Lightweight Hiking Backpack 20L - Packable Small Backpacks Water Resistant Daypack for Women Men(Black)
$13.99 (as of December 25, 2024 20:44 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
EVANCARY Crossbody Small Sling Bag Sling Backpack for Women Men, Chest Daypack Crossbody Backpack Travel Sports Hiking
$8.95 (as of December 25, 2024 20:44 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
MATEIN Carry on Backpack, Extra Large Travel Backpack Expandable Airplane Approved Weekender Bag for Men and Women, Water Resistant Lightweight Daypack for Flight 40L, Black
$29.99 (as of December 25, 2024 20:44 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
YAZEKOUS Small Sling Bag for Women, Sling Backpack Daypack Fanny Pack Crossbody Bags for Hiking Travel Sports Running
$9.98 (as of December 25, 2024 20:44 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)