Daypacks
- (1)Patagonia Refugio 30L Daypack - Unisex$159.00
- (11)Osprey Hikelite 26 Daypack - Unisex$149.45
- (9)Osprey Tropos 32 Daypack - Unisex$233.95
- (0)Patagonia Refugio 26L Daypack - Unisex$135.00
- (0)MEC Pod Pack$59.95
- (40)Gregory Targhee 32L Backpack - Unisex$269.95
- (13)Osprey Talon 22 Daypack - Men's$209.95
- (0)MEC Trail 18 Pack$35.97$59.95
- (56)Gregory Nano 20 Daypack - Unisex$69.94$109.95
- (14)Osprey Hikelite 18 Daypack - Unisex$129.95
- (10)Osprey Tempest 20 Daypack - Women's$209.95
- (0)Gregory Jade 28 LT Daypack - Women's$164.96$219.95
- (0)MEC Trail 24 Pack$41.97$69.95
- (6)Gregory Miko 20 Daypack - Unisex$179.95
- (4)Osprey Quasar 26 Daypack - Unisex$159.95
- (80)Gregory Nano 16 Daypack - Men's$49.94$74.95
- (0)Osprey Tempest Velocity 30 Daypack - Women's$259.95
- (7)Gregory Maya 20 Daypack - Women's$179.95
- (0)MEC Journey 23L Daypack$79.95
- (0)MEC Vista 20L Pack - Unisex$99.95
- (27)MEC Outpost 35L Daypack - Unisex$79.94$139.95
- (12)Fjallraven Skule 20 Backpack - Unisex$99.95
- (1)MEC Classic Klettersack 20 Pack$49.97$99.95
- (3)The North Face Vault 27 Daypack - Unisex$89.99
- (10)MEC Tour 32 Backpack$189.95
- (4)MEC Journey 28L Daypack$109.95
- (51)Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack - Unisex$109.95
- (1)Osprey Raven 14 Hydration Pack - Women's$249.95
- (3)Fjallraven Abisko 35 Backpack - Unisex$229.95
- (0)Osprey Salida 8 Hydration Pack - Women's$179.95
- (5)Osprey Raptor 14 Hydration Pack - Men's$249.95
- (2)Osprey Talon 22 Extended Fit Daypack - Men's$209.95
- (1)Osprey Tempest 20 Extended Fit Daypack - Women's$209.95
- (2)Osprey Tempest 40 Backpack - Women's$289.95
- (5)MEC Cragalot 45 Backpack - Unisex$149.95
- (18)Fjallraven Skule 28 Daypack - Unisex$129.95
- (8)Gregory Sula 16 H2O Daypack - Women's$209.95
- (3)Gregory Salvo 16 H2O Daypack - Unisex$209.95
- (3)MEC Mountain 24 Bike Pack$139.95
- (8)Fjallraven Ulvo Rolltop 30 Daypack - Unisex$204.95
- (48)Osprey Daylite 13 Daypack - Unisex$89.95
- (22)Fjallraven High Coast Foldsack 24 Daypack - Unisex$129.95
- (0)Osprey Daylite Carry On 35 Travel Pack - Unisex$159.95
- (18)Osprey Arcane Large 20L Daypack - Unisex$149.95
- (0)Gregory Retna 28 Daypack - Unisex$127.46$169.95
- (0)Gregory Retna 25 Daypack - Unisex$112.46$149.95
- (3)MEC x SERRATUS Pace UL 25 Daypack - Unisex$139.95
- (5)Gregory Nano 22 H2O Daypack - Unisex$93.71$124.95
- (0)Gregory Jade 28 LT Plus Size Daypack - Women's$164.96$219.95
- (1)Gregory Zulu 28 LT Plus Size Daypack - Unisex$164.96$219.95
- (0)Gregory Zulu 28 LT Daypack - Unisex$164.96$219.95
- (1)Osprey Downburst 34 Backpack - Women's$424.95
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Shop daypacks at MEC: Find the best pack for your daytime adventures, designed by brands like MEC Label, Osprey, Gregory and more.
Daypacks: All day, every day
Welcome to the world of daypacks. These little workhorse packs are designed for your everyday carry or for hikes and activities that last a few hours, but less than a day. Unless they’re an ultralight model designed to stash in a pocket or inside another pack, they usually have a lightly padded back panel, and no rigid internal frame. They are best for carrying loads less than 10kg, as the weight is supported by your shoulders rather than your hips. Shop for all types of daypacks at MEC from some of the best brands out there, including Osprey, Gregory, MEC Label and more.
Types of daypacks
Daypacks cover a wide variety of the smaller subsection of backpacks, with each one being tailored to specific activities. Day hiking daypacks often feature mesh panels that enhance breathability, ensuring you don’t get overheated while you hike along the trail. These packs typically have enough space to carry the top 10 essentials for hiking. Mountain biking daypacks are designed to hold your essentials close to your body, improving balance and stability as your tear down rugged terrain. For all the travelers out there, ultralight travel daypacks are a great companion to have. They’re easy to pack into a large bag and meet most carry-on size restrictions at airports, making them perfect for your trips across the globe.
Daypacks for kids
Kids’ daypacks are just scaled-down versions of adult packs. They’re engineered to keep your adventurers comfy on day hikes or the walk to school, with helpful features like padded straps, a DWR finish and reflective details for better visibility.
Fitting a daypack
No matter how large the pack, if it’s correctly sized and adjusted, it should feel like an extension of your own body.
- Find the most prominent vertebrae in your neck, at about the same level as the top of your shoulders.
- Find the top of your hipbone and trace a line around to the middle of your back.
- Measure the distance between these two points, this is your back length.
Put about 8–10kg of stuff in the pack and loosen all the straps. Remember to loosen the stabilizer straps at the top of the shoulder straps too.
Daypack care and repair
Repairing and storing your pack properly will go a long way to making it last. Make sure it’s dry before you put it away and keep it out of direct sunlight. You can use an old toothbrush to clean dirt out of the zippers before you put it away. If the zippers feel sticky and are not sliding smoothly, try rubbing a candle over the teeth and sliders to lubricate them.